Whats the state of installing Google services, including the play store, on new huawei devices (I am specifically looking at mate 20 pro).
Does anyone have any info at all?
Thanks
Update: We have conflicting reports of people able to do it, and someone saying they have tried it and it crashes when opening and running youtube caused a message saying that GMS services were not installed.
So really, we are back to square one and have no idea what is actually going on.
ItsMunday said:
Hey guys,
I've been trying to get an answer for a while from any source I can.
Whats the state of installing Google services, including the play store, on new huawei devices (I am specifically looking at mate 20 pro).
Does anyone have any info at all?
Thanks
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Not sure about mate 20 Pro, but other Huawei devices such as nova 3i bought in China can install Google play store directly from download, without any additional hassle.
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I just got my LYA-AL00 delivered the other day. The seller mentioned that Google Play Services would not be installed, but it was.
Some sellers state that they will set it up for you, but mine stated that he would not, and it was still sealed.
Most of the Google apps were not installed, but I believe the Play Store was? (I could have misremembered on this one, though..)
If you get one that's only missing the Play Store, it's easy to grab from Huawei's App Gallery. Set or change your Huawei ID region to one that is supported (if yours is not, it will guide you to change it).
Koong1 said:
other Huawei devices such as nova 3i bought in China can install Google play store directly from download, without any additional hassle.
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Thanks for the speedy reply.
So other Chinese Variant Huawei phones can install Google Play store as the apk, along with google maps and such and run as if it were an international version?
Is the GMS (Google Services) installed by default on the device?
Do you have any source or something I can see to confirm this?
ONikku said:
I just got my LYA-AL00 delivered the other day. The seller mentioned that Google Play Services would not be installed, but it was.
Some sellers state that they will set it up for you, but mine stated that he would not, and it was still sealed.
Most of the Google apps were not installed, but I believe the Play Store was? (I could have misremembered on this one, though..)
If you get one that's only missing the Play Store, it's easy to grab from Huawei's App Gallery.
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Also thanks to you for your reply.
Where did you buy it from?
Mine will be purchased from a store in China, not shipped out.
Are you able to confirm that the seller did nothing other than just install the Google Play Store APK?
Also, what do you mean by;
ONikku said:
Set or change your Huawei ID region to one that is supported (if yours is not, it will guide you to change it).
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ItsMunday said:
Thanks for the speedy reply.
So other Chinese Variant Huawei phones can install Google Play store as the apk, along with google maps and such and run as if it were an international version?
Is the GMS (Google Services) installed by default on the device?
Do you have any source or something I can see to confirm this?
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I am not too sure about the details. I think the GMS is pre-installed. My wife (currently in Italy) is using a Huawei nova 3i she brought from China TMall (the biggest Chinese online market). She installed Google play store, drive, maps, translate, photos, etc without any issue. Just download play store apk and install then download the rest from the Google play store.
A friend in Thailand using the China Variant Huawei nova 3 also had no issue installing Google play store.
Sorry that I have no creditable source for your reference. It is all my personal first hand experience. I am sure if you dig around more on Xda or Weibo, you can find some clues. Or you can try your luck asking the China retailer if you can install Google Play store on the m20p.
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Koong1 said:
I am not too sure about the details. I think the GMS is pre-installed. My wife (currently in Italy) is using a Huawei nova 3i she brought from China TMall (the biggest Chinese online market). She installed Google play store, drive, maps, translate, photos, etc without any issue. Just download play store apk and install then download the rest from the Google play store.
A friend in Thailand using the China Variant Huawei nova 3 also had no issue installing Google play store.
Sorry that I have no creditable source for your reference. It is all my personal first hand experience. I am sure if you dig around more on Xda or Weibo, you can find some clues. Or you can try your luck asking the China retailer if you can install Google Play store on the m20p.
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That's great news for me.
I wonder why no one has mentioned this online before.
Thank you for your assistance.
ItsMunday said:
Also thanks to you for your reply.
Where did you buy it from?
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I purchased it from a lower-volume retailer on eBay.
ItsMunday said:
Are you able to confirm that the seller did nothing other than just install the Google Play Store APK?
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It was factory-sealed, as best as I could tell with the plastic wrapping.
This particular seller said that he would not offer to install it for me. He said it would not be on the phone, but Google Play Services appears to come pre-installed.
ItsMunday said:
Also, what do you mean by
>>Set or change your Huawei ID region to one that is supported (if yours is not, it will guide you to change it).
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When you open AppGallery, it'll have you set up your Huawei ID and choose a region. I chose United States, and it said the app was unavailable in the region, but also displayed the option to change the region.
ONikku said:
I purchased it from a lower-volume retailer on eBay.
It was factory-sealed, as best as I could tell with the plastic wrapping.
This particular seller said that he would not offer to install it for me. He said it would not be on the phone, but Google Play Services appears to come pre-installed.
When you open AppGallery, it'll have you set up your Huawei ID and choose a region. I chose United States, and it said the app was unavailable in the region, but also displayed the option to change the region.
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Thanks for your help.
You and the other person have convinced me that it is indeed possible and very easy, no extra install needed.
Koong1 said:
Sent from my Huawei Mate 20 Pro
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I just got my LYA-AL00
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Hey sorry guys, one last question.
What screen did you get?
LG or BOE?
I'm hoping the Chinese are the BOE ones.
ItsMunday said:
Hey sorry guys, one last question.
What screen did you get?
LG or BOE?
I'm hoping the Chinese are the BOE ones.
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My m20pro is bought in Singapore. No glue gate or green screen bleed so far.
No idea if my screen is BOE or LG.
From what I heard on Weibo, 6GB 128Gb Variant in China have a 1 in 3 chance of getting LG. The remaining 2 chances are BOE. The 8Gb 128Gb and 8Gb 256Gb Variant in China should be all BOE screens.
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ItsMunday said:
What screen did you get?
LG or BOE?
I'm hoping the Chinese are the BOE ones.
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Mine has an LG screen. I haven't experienced any of the reported screen issues yet, but I only got it yesterday. Fingers crossed, haha..
(8GB 128GB)
ONikku said:
Mine has an LG screen. I haven't experienced any of the reported screen issues yet, but I only got it yesterday. Fingers crossed, haha..
(8GB 128GB)
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A simple test is just to drip water onto your screen edge to see if there is any green tint.
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ONikku said:
Mine has an LG screen. I haven't experienced any of the reported screen issues yet, but I only got it yesterday. Fingers crossed, haha..
(8GB 128GB)
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I found on another forum;
"To test if your screen glows go into battery settings and turn on the dark mode. Then go to a dark, glare free environment, such as a room at night and open the dialer. You'll immediately be able to tell if your screen is a experiencing this issue."
Koong1 said:
A simple test is just to drip water onto your screen edge to see if there is any green tint.
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Dripped then spilled water along the side.
ItsMunday said:
I found on another forum;
"To test if your screen glows go into battery settings and turn on the dark mode. Then go to a dark, glare free environment, such as a room at night and open the dialer. You'll immediately be able to tell if your screen is a experiencing this issue."
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After the water, I followed these instructions at various screen brightnesses. No problems so far.
ONikku said:
Dripped then spilled water along the side.
After the water, I followed these instructions at various screen brightnesses. No problems so far.
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It's been reported it can take 3-7 days gradually getting worse before you notice it, so try this agian in a week and see.
So - this means westerners in China can buy, right? I was worried about Huawei's very recent bootloader locking changes may mean that their phones are less likely to be able to use Google app.
This is confirmed? Simply upload vpn apk - change internet region - then download Google play from huawei app store variant, yes?
Thank you greatly if so - I can go ahead with 8gb purchase without massive worries about ending up with a lemon.
Tried a Mate 20 Pro in a Chengdu store last night.
Was able to install Google Play Store BUT upon trying to open it immediately crashed. Subsequently installed YouTube. After opening got the message that GMS was not installed.
There was an install GMS button which I clicked, however, nothing happened. Had no VPN however, so if nothing happened because no VPN, or because it won't work even with VPN i'm not sure.
I was under the impression that installing GMS required unlocked bootloader, which seems hard with the Mate 20 Pro?
s327374 said:
So - this means westerners in China can buy, right? I was worried about Huawei's very recent bootloader locking changes may mean that their phones are less likely to be able to use Google app.
This is confirmed? Simply upload vpn apk - change internet region - then download Google play from huawei app store variant, yes?
Thank you greatly if so - I can go ahead with 8gb purchase without massive worries about ending up with a lemon.
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The previous two users I was talking to, plus another one on reddit has told me that they are able to get it working without downloading anything else.
I have not seen visual proof, just anecdotal so take that with a grain of salt.
Also whats the return policy in china? I'd think it would be worth getting one and returning if it cant?
Delewis said:
Tried a Mate 20 Pro in a Chengdu store last night.
Was able to install Google Play Store BUT upon trying to open it immediately crashed. Subsequently installed YouTube. After opening got the message that GMS was not installed.
There was an install GMS button which I clicked, however, nothing happened. Had no VPN however, so if nothing happened because no VPN, or because it won't work even with VPN i'm not sure.
I was under the impression that installing GMS required unlocked bootloader, which seems hard with the Mate 20 Pro?
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You cant access Google in china without the VPN so I feel that would be a reason it wouldn't work, but I wouldn't expect it to crash.
Are you able to try again with a vpn? There are many free ones that don't require a set up, just to check. Also are those phones running a demo software or something?
Also, maybe asking them if they know, its unlikely but always worth a shot.
ItsMunday said:
The previous two users I was talking to, plus another one on reddit has told me that they are able to get it working without downloading anything else.
I have not seen visual proof, just anecdotal so take that with a grain of salt.
Also whats the return policy in china? I'd think it would be worth getting one and returning if it cant?
You cant access Google in china without the VPN so I feel that would be a reason it wouldn't work, but I wouldn't expect it to crash.
Are you able to try again with a vpn? There are many free ones that don't require a set up, just to check. Also are those phones running a demo software or something?
Also, maybe asking them if they know, its unlikely but always worth a shot.
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No returns policy, and no stock in stores atm.
Yes, they were demo units, but they defs didnt have GMS installed which has me worried as others have said installing GMS requires root access.
I wont have time to go back to store and try again with VPN
That said the store staff said you could install googleplay on the phones, but not sure to what extend I trust them.
Also have to be aware that even after changing language to english somethings will be in chinese e.g. hivoice App
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I purchased GTA San Andreas, ended up not liking it (controls too awkward + have PC version), so I refunded it. I was actually out of the 15 minute refund window but I went to the Google Play store and did the "report a problem" flow, and was issued said refund.
AmbientChaos said:
Or am I supposed to uninstall it and thus completing my refund?
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That's generally what most People do when they don't like an app.
AmbientChaos said:
Also, is it possible to "extract" an app's APK from a phone if I want to keep it? I assume I would need to be rooted, no?
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Android allows you to do a lot of things, xda on the other hand doesn't.
Please don't ask for illegal things here on XDA
we cant help you even if we want to do so
Thread closed.
Whenever I open the BT Sport app, I get a message telling me to "Update Google Play services BT Sport won't run unless you update Google Play services". When I click on update, it opens Google Play services on the Play store but there's no update available. Anyone else having this problem?
When using Google Chrome, I occasionally see the message to sign in but I'm already logged in! If I click on the sign in message, it takes me to the usual Google log in screen and when I enter my username, it tells me that I'm already logged in. Does this happen to anyone else?
I ordered the handset directly from the Huawei/Honor on Wednesday afternoon and received it on Friday, can't fault the service. Using the advertised £30 discount code, I paid £369 for the handset and the Bluetooth earphones.
Today I received update COL-L29 8.1.0.104 (C432). It weighed in at 246MB and I performed a factory reset but I'm still experiencing the issues I mentioned above.
Other than that, it's a snappy phone and quite compact. I feel the camera is better than the Nokia 7 plus that it's replacing but not quite on par with my Samsung Note 8.
Maneep said:
Whenever I open the BT Sport app, I get a message telling me to "Update Google Play services BT Sport won't run unless you update Google Play services". When I click on update, it opens Google Play services on the Play store but there's no update available. Anyone else having this problem?
When using Google Chrome, I occasionally see the message to sign in but I'm already logged in! If I click on the sign in message, it takes me to the usual Google log in screen and when I enter my username, it tells me that I'm already logged in. Does this happen to anyone else?
I ordered the handset directly from the Huawei/Honor on Wednesday afternoon and received it on Friday, can't fault the service. Using the advertised £30 discount code, I paid £369 for the handset and the Bluetooth earphones.
Today I received update COL-L29 8.1.0.104 (C432). It weighed in at 246MB and I performed a factory reset but I'm still experiencing the issues I mentioned above.
Other than that, it's a snappy phone and quite compact. I feel the camera is better than the Nokia 7 plus that it's replacing but not quite on par with my Samsung Note 8.
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Install latest version of playstore beta it will solve your problem
It worked! Thank you very much! Now all I need to do is remember my password for BT Sport :laugh:
Maneep said:
It worked! Thank you very much! Now all I need to do is remember my password for BT Sport :laugh:
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What is your device specs?
4/6 GB variant?
Mind sharing setting>about page?
Blur imei.
that's odd I am still on COL-L29 8.1.0.100 (C432) and no update available, grrr
PeterMarkoff said:
that's odd I am still on COL-L29 8.1.0.100 (C432) and no update available, grrr
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Mine is even odd . I am currently on
COL-L29 8.1.0.106(SP6C900)
Can you share yours setting>about full screenshot?
Blur IMEI
I've got the 128GB/4GB variant that is sold on the official Honor UK website.
Unfortunately I can't post pics or links due to my low post count.
Maneep said:
I've got the 128GB/4GB variant that is sold on the official Honor UK website.
Unfortunately I can't post pics or links due to my low post count.
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If possible post it to imgur and replace . With dot in url or pm me imgur url.
Is my honor 10 the same as others, that the led notification is small like a spec of dust?
Yes the notification light is tiny. When charging it is lit green but barely visible.
imgur dot com/VDQo5oy
It's bought in EU unlocked 4/64 through O2 distribution.
today on Monday i received update 104 for my 100 out of the box
SP6C900 what distribution/country is this?
PeterMarkoff said:
SP6C900 what distribution/country is this?
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C900 is an internal version from Huawei. Where did you get it?
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PeterMarkoff said:
It's bought in EU unlocked 4/64 through O2 distribution.
today on Monday i received update 104 for my 100 out of the box
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Do you have a link for O2 distribution?
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C900 is an internal version from Huawei. Where did you get it?
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En-lite please ?
limestar said:
C900 is an internal version from Huawei. Where did you get it?
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Do you have a link for O2 distribution?
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it's local only in this country
Just got my new Honor 8X Max in the mail and it's the chinese version (I'm living in Europe). The model number is ARE-AL00. I got the GMS installer and the Google Installer v2 and now I can open the play store, but I can't use it to install or uninstall apps, it just gets stuck on the "(un)installing" screen. When I try to install the Play store from a separate apk I usually get a program which I can't even open. And I've tried this with and without the software update. If anyone has got the Play store working on this phone I'd love to know how you did it.
Overall I'm pretty upset with this phone. I didn't realize I was getting the Chinese version and of course it comes with all kinds of censorship and ability restrictions, I spend like 10 hours trying to figure out how to root it and it turns out Huawei decided to make unlocking the bootloader impossible only a few months ago and funkyhuawei (with their insane prices) can't even do anything for a Qualcomm chipset so I'm S.O.L. I don't think the Chinese company I bought from will give a refund after the box is opened so I'm basically out my $300 if I want another phone. I was excited to be getting such great hardware for such a low price but the lack of functionality and customizability makes it a complete waste.
Mikey_AK said:
Just got my new Honor 8X Max in the mail and it's the chinese version (I'm living in Europe). The model number is ARE-AL00. I got the GMS installer and the Google Installer v2 and now I can open the play store, but I can't use it to install or uninstall apps, it just gets stuck on the "(un)installing" screen. When I try to install the Play store from a separate apk I usually get a program which I can't even open. And I've tried this with and without the software update. If anyone has got the Play store working on this phone I'd love to know how you did it.
Overall I'm pretty upset with this phone. I didn't realize I was getting the Chinese version and of course it comes with all kinds of censorship and ability restrictions, I spend like 10 hours trying to figure out how to root it and it turns out Huawei decided to make unlocking the bootloader impossible only a few months ago and funkyhuawei (with their insane prices) can't even do anything for a Qualcomm chipset so I'm S.O.L. I don't think the Chinese company I bought from will give a refund after the box is opened so I'm basically out my $300 if I want another phone. I was excited to be getting such great hardware for such a low price but the lack of functionality and customizability makes it a complete waste.
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Same situation here, here is what I did to get Play Store works on my Honor 8X :
- Turn on the "Authorize unknown source apps install thing"
- Install GMS installer to get the Play Store works
- Install Gboard to get rid of the chinese keyboard everywhere.
But still, I'm searching for the Global Firmware and according to a Honor / Huawei Customer Agent, they do not allow firmware downloads anymore.
Hope this can help other people in the same case...
dogma7 said:
Same situation here, here is what I did to get Play Store works on my Honor 8X :
- Turn on the "Authorize unknown source apps install thing"
- Install GMS installer to get the Play Store works
- Install Gboard to get rid of the chinese keyboard everywhere.
But still, I'm searching for the Global Firmware and according to a Honor / Huawei Customer Agent, they do not allow firmware downloads anymore.
Hope this can help other people in the same case...
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Thanks a lot for the help. My more-tech-savvy friend encouraged me to use F-droid and Yalp and that has been working fine so I'm going to give that a try before insisting on getting Google back...I emailed Huawei customer support about unlocking the bootloader and received an interesting response:
"We kindly inform you that in order to achieve a better user experience, Huawei has decided to terminate the unlock code application service. If your device is already rooted, we inform you that it no longer counts with warranty or device support.
Also, Huawei USA does not provide codes to unlock the bootloader under any circumstance. We kindly inform you that this action can potentially "brick" the device or in other words, renders the device completely unusable and voids the warranty service and device support. We have no control over how unlocking the bootloader will affect your device."
I'm emailed Huawei USA just cause I'm American (living in Sweden though), but this response suggests that maybe if I email Huawei Sweden or China that they will give me one? Gonna give it a try and see what happens.
Also my original post may have been a bit reflexive, I need to give this phone a chance. I remember thinking my last phone (Galaxy S5) was pretty stupid for a few weeks, I eventually just got over it.
Mikey_AK said:
Thanks a lot for the help. My more-tech-savvy friend encouraged me to use F-droid and Yalp and that has been working fine so I'm going to give that a try before insisting on getting Google back...I emailed Huawei customer support about unlocking the bootloader and received an interesting response:
"We kindly inform you that in order to achieve a better user experience, Huawei has decided to terminate the unlock code application service. If your device is already rooted, we inform you that it no longer counts with warranty or device support.
Also, Huawei USA does not provide codes to unlock the bootloader under any circumstance. We kindly inform you that this action can potentially "brick" the device or in other words, renders the device completely unusable and voids the warranty service and device support. We have no control over how unlocking the bootloader will affect your device."
I'm emailed Huawei USA just cause I'm American (living in Sweden though), but this response suggests that maybe if I email Huawei Sweden or China that they will give me one? Gonna give it a try and see what happens.
Also my original post may have been a bit reflexive, I need to give this phone a chance. I remember thinking my last phone (Galaxy S5) was pretty stupid for a few weeks, I eventually just got over it.
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Pls hw is d camera n battery of the phone. And d size ,is it too big.just want perfect size lik my honor note 8.Just curious about them.coming from honor note 8.thanks
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ogoobaby said:
Pls hw is d camera n battery of the phone. And d size ,is it too big.just want perfect size lik my honor note 8.Just curious about them.coming from honor note 8.thanks
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Yes the camera is good quality from what I can tell and the battery life is great. But it is a huge phone, if you don't want something so big then you should probably get the 8X instead of the 8X Max.
Mikey_AK said:
Yes the camera is good quality from what I can tell and the battery life is great. But it is a huge phone, if you don't want something so big then you should probably get the 8X instead of the 8X Max.
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Mikey_AK said:
Just got my new Honor 8X Max in the mail and it's the chinese version (I'm living in Europe). The model number is ARE-AL00. I got the GMS installer and the Google Installer v2 and now I can open the play store, but I can't use it to install or uninstall apps, it just gets stuck on the "(un)installing" screen. When I try to install the Play store from a separate apk I usually get a program which I can't even open. And I've tried this with and without the software update. If anyone has got the Play store working on this phone I'd love to know how you did it.
Overall I'm pretty upset with this phone. I didn't realize I was getting the Chinese version and of course it comes with all kinds of censorship and ability restrictions, I spend like 10 hours trying to figure out how to root it and it turns out Huawei decided to make unlocking the bootloader impossible only a few months ago and funkyhuawei (with their insane prices) can't even do anything for a Qualcomm chipset so I'm S.O.L. I don't think the Chinese company I bought from will give a refund after the box is opened so I'm basically out my $300 if I want another phone. I was excited to be getting such great hardware for such a low price but the lack of functionality and customizability makes it a complete waste.
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This is my very own guide on how to download Play Store on Honor 8X: https://www.oscrunch.com/2018/11/17/google-play-store-on-honor-8x-and-8x-max/
I guess you will have to use a different version of GMS installer. Also, this process requires you to install one more application.
Try this and let me know how it goes. It should work perfectly fine.
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I guess you will have to use a different version of GMS installer. Also, this process requires you to install one more application.
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Yes, you nailed It!
Speaking for myself, I can say that Today I'm a happy owner of a Chinese Honor 8X, but in the past I was in trouble because I was not able to find the *right* version of GSM installer that fits to me (JSN-AL00a).
It was hard to clear all those Chinese apps from my device, but now I have a very strong phone with a high level of performance.
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Mikey_AK said:
Just got my new Honor 8X Max in the mail and it's the chinese version (I'm living in Europe). The model number is ARE-AL00. I got the GMS installer and the Google Installer v2 and now I can open the play store, but I can't use it to install or uninstall apps, it just gets stuck on the "(un)installing" screen. When I try to install the Play store from a separate apk I usually get a program which I can't even open. And I've tried this with and without the software update. If anyone has got the Play store working on this phone I'd love to know how you did it.
Overall I'm pretty upset with this phone. I didn't realize I was getting the Chinese version and of course it comes with all kinds of censorship and ability restrictions, I spend like 10 hours trying to figure out how to root it and it turns out Huawei decided to make unlocking the bootloader impossible only a few months ago and funkyhuawei (with their insane prices) can't even do anything for a Qualcomm chipset so I'm S.O.L. I don't think the Chinese company I bought from will give a refund after the box is opened so I'm basically out my $300 if I want another phone. I was excited to be getting such great hardware for such a low price but the lack of functionality and customizability makes it a complete waste.
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Its not snapdragon, but kirin 710 processor
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azuman said:
Its not snapdragon, but kirin 710 processor
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Ok. Sorry, i misread and thought this is the honor 8x forum and that was your phone. My mistake.
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Matteo Mit. said:
Yes, you nailed It!
Speaking for myself, I can say that Today I'm a happy owner of a Chinese Honor 8X, but in the past I was in trouble because I was not able to find the *right* version of GSM installer that fits to me (JSN-AL00a).
It was hard to clear all those Chinese apps from my device, but now I have a very strong phone with a high level of performance.
Inviato dal mio JSN-AL00a utilizzando Tapatalk
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That's my pleasure Glad that this guide has helped.
I had issue on installing Google play. Package installer block me from installing gmsinstaller.apk. what you do to get around it is thru adb. Make sure that you turn off "monitor app install by adb" in developer option or it won't work. If you need more detail let me know.
Hi
Now my honor 8x max has all Google App work fine
Thx dude
vietzero said:
I had issue on installing Google play. Package installer block me from installing gmsinstaller.apk. what you do to get around it is thru adb. Make sure that you turn off "monitor app install by adb" in developer option or it won't work. If you need more detail let me know.
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I would love more details about how you solved that please @vietzero. I am also blocked from executing the first apk (on both my 8X and 8X Max).
Cheers!
avmad said:
I would love more details about how you solved that please @vietzero. I am also blocked from executing the first apk (on both my 8X and 8X Max).
Cheers!
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Try this
1.Tap 7-8 times on build number it will enable developers option
2.Go to developers options
3.Enable USB debugging
4.Disable Monitor apps installed by ADB
5. use adb install -r MyApp.apk
your apk will be installed.
Thanks @miststudent2011
I eventually managed to get Google Play installed and working (thanks UsamaM). Please see my steps on that page: https://www.oscrunch.com/2018/11/17/google-play-store-on-honor-8x-and-8x-max/#comment-65
thank you very much BOSS
miststudent2011 said:
Try this
1.Tap 7-8 times on build number it will enable developers option
2.Go to developers options
3.Enable USB debugging
4.Disable Monitor apps installed by ADM
5. use adb install -r MyApp.apk
you apk will be installed.
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thank you very much BOSS
Some one help me why my phone is failed to verification honor 8x max
The latest official firmware from Dec 28 (9.0.0.168) has broken Google Pay on my unrooted and unlocked device.
SafetyNet check throws up a failed 'CTS Profile Mismatch' error.
Anyone having the same issue?
I had that happen once on my P20 Pro. I think clearing the data for the Play Store and rebooting the phone fixed the issue. If that doesn't work you can also clear the data for Play Services.
jhs39 said:
I had that happen once on my P20 Pro. I think clearing the data for the Play Store and rebooting the phone fixed the issue. If that doesn't work you can also clear the data for Play Services.
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Thanks for the suggestions, but both didn't work for me.
Apparently there were GPay issues with the beta, and Huawei haven't fixed whatever caused the problem.
Interesting, I'm on 168 (Australian version) and Google pay works fine. This fragmentation is my biggest angst with Android
darrenk232 said:
Interesting, I'm on 168 (Australian version) and Google pay works fine. This fragmentation is my biggest angst with Android
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I'm in Australia too but purchased the twilight coloured version in the UAE when I was there in November.
Model is LYA-L29
Build number - 9.0.0.168 (C636E10R3P2)
I'm guessing the model is slightly different? Don't want to do a factory reset if I don't have to.
This is mine, seems there's some regional differences between the build numbers but the model is the same.
darrenk232 said:
This is mine, seems there's some regional differences between the build numbers but the model is the same.
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Thanks for posting.
Looks like the issue is isolated to the regional build.
Google pay suddenly broke for me on 168. Was using it fine for the past few days and just today it didn't work. Checking safety net on an app cts profile match fails
Such a shame stayed away from funky Huawei and root to keep Google pay and Huawei just breaks it anyway
Huffy1 said:
Google pay suddenly broke for me on 168. Was using it fine for the past few days and just today it didn't work. Checking safety net on an app cts profile match fails
Such a shame stayed away from funky Huawei and root to keep Google pay and Huawei just breaks it anyway
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What country are you in and whats your firmware build number? Also, when you say "broke", what were the symptoms of the failure?
darrenk232 said:
What country are you in and whats your firmware build number? Also, when you say "broke", what were the symptoms of the failure?
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168C636E from Australia.
Today when I was out at the shops google pay wasn't working. When I got home I downloaded a safety net checker which failed on cts profile mismatch.
Huffy1 said:
168C636E from Australia.
Today when I was out at the shops google pay wasn't working. When I got home I downloaded a safety net checker which failed on cts profile mismatch.
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That's a shame. So an Australian purchased phone with AUS firmware (i.e. AUS168C636E...)?
I used mine today and had no issues, I wonder what's changed.
darrenk232 said:
That's a shame. So an Australian purchased phone with AUS firmware (i.e. AUS168C636E...)?
I used mine today and had no issues, I wonder what's changed.
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Yes, was working 2 days ago, no new updates. Just an embarrassing moment when Google pay stopped working. Might finally just pull the plug and go with funky Huawei. Shame
Update: Used Funky Huawei to update device to 171 and google pay is working again and device passes safety net. Funky Huawei did some changes server side a day ago on 171 so decided to try. All works well now
Huffy1 said:
Yes, was working 2 days ago, no new updates. Just an embarrassing moment when Google pay stopped working. Might finally just pull the plug and go with funky Huawei. Shame
Update: Used Funky Huawei to update device to 171 and google pay is working again and device passes safety net. Funky Huawei did some changes server side a day ago on 171 so decided to try. All works well now
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Good to hear that 171 fixed the issue.
There's definitely something wrong with the 168 firmware on some devices. From reading around other forums and social media, there were Google Pay problems with the beta - and it looks like this has crept into the 168.
I had the same problem with trying to use Google Pay in a store (where it was previously working a few days prior) and it threw up the error after an overnight update. Luckily I had a physical card with me that I could use.
I've since done a factory reset hoping that would fix things, but it didn't.
Guess I need to wait for the next update.
I have the same problem I'm Germany, EML-L29.
I have a CTS match fail, G-Pay tells me, the system security on my device is not given, so I cannot use it for payments.
I tried to clear the caches, without result.
Any further ideas?.
New one
Better cameras
Better fast charging
Better screens
Better snapdragon
Is anybody ordered? From where?
Giztop maybe?
I just placed an order at Trading Shenzhen. They're usually a bit cheaper than Giztop and offer Global shipping with no added import duties. I bought the Find N with them and do far I'm satisfied.
Thanks for the tip... Looking now...
I ordered mine 5 days ago from Alixpress and it's on custom process right now, they will release it today and will git it tomorrow.
Hi , I am about to order on e , can anyone share , if the firmware supports google play , and all the features.
z06forever said:
I ordered mine 5 days ago from Alixpress and it's on custom process right now, they will release it today and will git it tomorrow.
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how much did it cost ? was there any issue in the custom ?
itayguy said:
Hi , I am about to order on e , can anyone share , if the firmware supports google play , and all the features.
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Yes you can install google play
avivasaf said:
Yes you can install google play
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what about android auto ? will it work ?
z06forever said:
I ordered mine 5 days ago from Alixpress and it's on custom process right now, they will release it today and will git it tomorrow.
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can you share the link to the store pls ?
I ordered mine through Wonda Mobile. Just received it yesterday. I have google play services installed and everything seems to be working fine so far. I have not tested Android Auto yet, but normally it won't work on CN ROM phones.
joker6868 said:
I ordered mine through Wonda Mobile. Just received it yesterday. I have google play services installed and everything seems to be working fine so far. I have not tested Android Auto yet, but normally it won't work on CN ROM phones.
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Can u try it?
itayguy said:
Can u try it?
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Yeah, Android Auto doesn't work. The error message says that it was not pre-installed. It must be bundled with the operating system.
Anyone else getting a message saying “Messages” wants to send a payment request message…….
When using Google messages as default messages app? I’m getting that error every time I mention something involving money like “I got a visa gift card for Christmas”
Anyone know how to turn that off or any work around?
Running latest software
joker6868 said:
I ordered mine through Wonda Mobile. Just received it yesterday. I have google play services installed and everything seems to be working fine so far. I have not tested Android Auto yet, but normally it won't work on CN ROM phones.
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Are you enjoying it guys? I’m hovering over the button haha
Bryan839 said:
Are you enjoying it guys? I’m hovering over the button haha
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It's great device. Nice having a compact Foldable that's not a Flip.
joker6868 said:
It's great device. Nice having a compact Foldable that's not a Flip.
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That’s what I like about it. What colour did you go for?
Bryan839 said:
Are you enjoying it guys? I’m hovering over the button haha
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I got the green one. I'm coming from a rooted Xiaomi Mix Fold 2. At first, it got super annoying going back to the CN strict-heavy rom but, it doable in the US
Cons:
- Launchers still don't work without work around.
- Google messages doesn't send messages to non-RCS users if you send a message with hot words that have to do with money.
- Only 5 apps can be locked (running fully in the background, auto startup from boot) at a time.
- Even if notifications are set AND you chose to never revoke access, some apps still won't send notifications unless you mess with the setting again (usually toggle on/off)
-default messaging app doesn't allow group sms (all messages are recieved separately)
Pros:
- super duper compact and perfect in every way (hardware wise)
- 5g is a major go (reason why I sold my first oppo find n)
- everything else not listed above runs super smoothly (in California, on TMobile)
- Pictures are really good and videos too
I have my Xiaomi watch running on it fine, when my notifications don't work on the phone sometimes, it always does on the watch.
Unboxing was crazy, holding the little green hulk felt perfect. Really hope a global rom gets released or someone finds a way to root this phone.
Bryan839 said:
That’s what I like about it. What colour did you go for?
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I went with the black one cause of vegan leather material, I know it's fake leather but it feels good and had a better grip on it.
Glesi2323 said:
I got the green one. I'm coming from a rooted Xiaomi Mix Fold 2. At first, it got super annoying going back to the CN strict-heavy rom but, it doable in the US
Cons:
- Launchers still don't work without work around.
- Google messages doesn't send messages to non-RCS users if you send a message with hot words that have to do with money.
- Only 5 apps can be locked (running fully in the background, auto startup from boot) at a time.
- Even if notifications are set AND you chose to never revoke access, some apps still won't send notifications unless you mess with the setting again (usually toggle on/off)
-default messaging app doesn't allow group sms (all messages are recieved separately)
Pros:
- super duper compact and perfect in every way (hardware wise)
- 5g is a major go (reason why I sold my first oppo find n)
- everything else not listed above runs super smoothly (in California, on TMobile)
- Pictures are really good and videos too
I have my Xiaomi watch running on it fine, when my notifications don't work on the phone sometimes, it always does on the watch.
Unboxing was crazy, holding the little green hulk felt perfect. Really hope a global rom gets released or someone finds a way to root this phone.
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The price for N2 and Mix Fold 2 are more or less the same. Which do you prefer? Really tempted to order one of these two foldables.