1.6-R-DEV: two apps claim Play Store/play services missing and don't work correct
- /e/ version: 1.6-r-dev
- Device model(s): FP3
- Device rooted: yes
Summary
After upgrade from 1.5-Q-dev to 1.6-R-dev: two apps don't work correct because of Play Store/play services issue.
The problem
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Signal org.thoughtcrome.securesms
Push notifications don't work. When restoring backup the app claims play services are missing. This is very unpleasant when a message comes hours too late. Neither clearing app data nor a factory reset helped. -
Screenshot easy com.icecoldapps.screenshoteasy
When opening the app a popup says that Play Store is not installed. Clicking on OK closes the app. The app cannot be used at all.
Technical informations
These apps worked as expected with /e/OS 1.5-q-dev
Relevant screenshots
Solutions
Workaround
Installing a patched Play Store via a Magisk module makes the second app work. Looks like the fake store is not sufficient. Can this be fixed in microG or with the App Lounge?
Possible fixes