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How to fix "There is a problem parsing the package" when sideloading WhatsApp?
I downloaded the apk from [here](https://www.whatsapp.com/android/) with WhatsApp version 2.17.106 (size 34601974 bytes). There, it says: "Android OS 2.3.3 or above". I can extract the APK's contents without errors, so the file is not broken. My old smartphone model is GT-S6102, a Samsung Galaxy Duo...
I downloaded the apk from [here](https://www.whatsapp.com/android/) with WhatsApp version 2.17.106 (size 34601974 bytes).
There, it says: "Android OS 2.3.3 or above". I can extract the APK's contents without errors, so the file is not broken.
My old smartphone model is GT-S6102, a Samsung Galaxy Duos, running Android 2.3.6.
I have enabled "Install from unknown sources" and "USB debugging". I have let Lookout scan it before installing.
When trying to install that APK using the file manager, I get this message:
> There is a problem parsing the package
I am also unable to install it from Google Play Store. From Google Play, it says "Package file is invalid".
**Update:** version 2.17.350 does **not** work again.
Aquarius Power
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Mar 16, 2017, 03:13 AM
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Is there to set screen resolution/screen density by app?
I have a rooted Z3 compact running Android 5.0.2. I've been using the Resolution Changer app to set my screen resolution, as I find it makes a huge difference in screen real estate and aesthetics. But a couple of apps don't seem to like it (menus appear strange, some text not displayed at all etc)....
I have a rooted Z3 compact running Android 5.0.2.
I've been using the Resolution Changer app to set my screen resolution, as I find it makes a huge difference in screen real estate and aesthetics. But a couple of apps don't seem to like it (menus appear strange, some text not displayed at all etc).
Is there a way (app, setting etc) to make it so that specific apps run on specific resolutions or at least, a screen resolution/density changer that lets you choose apps on which to ignore that setting?
My goal is to be able to have a specific resolution set for certain apps and have others display in the original resolution my phone has in its factory setting.
I'm hoping that's possible as I remember running custom ROMs on previous Android phones I've had that had different resolutions for some applications.
surfmadpig
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Jul 17, 2016, 08:47 PM
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Does Google Play allow a 'Pick' button triggering purchase confirmation dialog instead of direct billing flow?
**Context:** My Android app shows list of subscription plans, with a "Pick" labeled button below them. Tapping it currently launches the Google Pay sheet immediately, however, to confirm to play-store policy I want to add a confirmation dialog first, basically: 1. User taps "Pick" 2. Confirmation di...
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My Android app shows list of subscription plans, with a "Pick" labeled button below them. Tapping it currently launches the Google Pay sheet immediately, however, to confirm to play-store policy I want to add a confirmation dialog first, basically:
1. User taps "Pick"
2. Confirmation dialog appears with content:
- Message: "You're about to purchase the selected plan. This will charge your Google account."
- Buttons: "Purchase" and "Cancel" buttons
3. Only if "Purchase" is clicked → Google Billing flow starts
**Question:**
Does this comply with Google Play policies? Specifically:
- Is the initial "Pick" label acceptable since the actual payment initiation happens via a clearly labeled "Purchase" dialog?
- Does the dialog satisfy policy requirements for explicit purchase confirmation?
- Are there examples of apps using similar flows?
**Policy references I checked:**
- [Google Play Payments Policy §4](https://play.google.com/about/monetization-requirements/) requires "clear disclosure" of payments.
- [Billing best practices](https://developer.android.com/google/play/billing) mention reducing accidental purchases.
Top-Master
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Aug 5, 2025, 07:35 PM
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Hiding WhatsApp display picture of a certain user
I have Android 9 in my phone and have WhatsApp version 2.19.258 installed on it. Now, I wish to hide/change the display picture of a certain contact, say Mr. Alex on my phone. How do I go about doing it? Thanks!
I have Android 9 in my phone and have WhatsApp version 2.19.258 installed on it.
Now, I wish to hide/change the display picture of a certain contact, say Mr. Alex on my phone. How do I go about doing it?
Thanks!
Arun
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Sep 21, 2019, 05:11 AM
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Gmail app: How can I view the email addresses?
In the Gmail app, how can I view the actual email addresses an email has been sent to, rather than just the name? Sometimes the person in question has more than one email address and it would be useful to see which email address was used. The only method I've come up with so far is to hit reply all...
In the Gmail app, how can I view the actual email addresses an email has been sent to, rather than just the name? Sometimes the person in question has more than one email address and it would be useful to see which email address was used.
The only method I've come up with so far is to hit reply all and then scroll around the cc: field, but that is clunky, particularly if there are quite a few recipients. Any better options?
I am using Android 1.5 on a T-Mobile Pulse (aka Huawei U8220).
Hamish Downer
(672 rep)
Sep 19, 2010, 11:58 AM
• Last activity: Aug 5, 2025, 03:02 PM
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How can I customize the list of services that pops up when I choose to "share" something in an app?
Many apps give you the option to "**Share**" whatever it is you are looking at (or watching or listening to). This usually manifests in the form of a popup list of services that include: Gmail, Facebook, Twitter...) The list seems to be the same from app to app. How can I change what services are li...
Many apps give you the option to "**Share**" whatever it is you are looking at (or watching or listening to). This usually manifests in the form of a popup list of services that include: Gmail, Facebook, Twitter...) The list seems to be the same from app to app. How can I change what services are listed on this popup screen? Is there any way to change, add, remove, append this list?
I'm running Android 2.2 on a Moto Droid 1.
Matt
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Sep 18, 2010, 10:12 PM
• Last activity: Aug 5, 2025, 03:01 PM
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Contact deleted from phone but still visible in WhatsApp
First I deleted chat from WhatsApp, then I deleted contact from my phone. Then I refreshed WhatsApp 2-3 times. But when I type name in search bar, that contact is visible in WhatsApp without any previous chats.
First I deleted chat from WhatsApp, then I deleted contact from my phone. Then I refreshed WhatsApp 2-3 times. But when I type name in search bar, that contact is visible in WhatsApp without any previous chats.
sahin ali
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May 19, 2023, 05:02 PM
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Adding system level permission app to an existing android ROM
Lets say I have an existing Android 11 ROM and I would like to add a priv-app app to the system with system level permissions. In order for this app to be able to write secure settings and become a device owner and so on. I would like to keep secure boot enabled. If I understand it correctly these a...
Lets say I have an existing Android 11 ROM and I would like to add a priv-app app to the system with system level permissions. In order for this app to be able to write secure settings and become a device owner and so on. I would like to keep secure boot enabled.
If I understand it correctly these apps need to be signed by the platform manufacturer's key which I do not have obviously.
I do not want to use root or some sort of workarounds in magisk, XPosed/LSPosed module or a frida-script. but I can open the system.img and change or add files to it.
Is it possible to add your own platform key or replace the existing key and then re-assign sign all current apps with it?
Athwale
(11 rep)
Aug 5, 2025, 11:12 AM
• Last activity: Aug 5, 2025, 12:18 PM
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Any way to disable the quick settings panel on the lockscreen on Android 12 and 11?
Is there any way to disable the quick settings panel on the lockscreen on Android 12 and 11? I want to disable it, just like it used to be on the older Android versions. If I cannot the disable it, can it be abused if my phone is lost or stolen?
Is there any way to disable the quick settings panel on the lockscreen on Android 12 and 11?
I want to disable it, just like it used to be on the older Android versions.
If I cannot the disable it, can it be abused if my phone is lost or stolen?
3060PlayZ
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Jun 30, 2022, 02:46 PM
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Chrome doesn't show typed text in address bar
I recently got a Samsung S25. Since then I regularly notice its failing to pick up text when I try to type something in the address of my chrome browser. Today I actually managed to get a screenshot as you can see that the address bar is empty while the type suggestions are showing. The problem is n...
I recently got a Samsung S25. Since then I regularly notice its failing to pick up text when I try to type something in the address of my chrome browser.
Today I actually managed to get a screenshot as you can see that the address bar is empty while the type suggestions are showing. The problem is not happening all the time, perhaps a few times per day. I did not notice it in other apps, but I also don't use any other browsers if that matters.
This eliminates any concerns about whether the keyboard actually picks up the letters, but I am not sure about how to go forward.
I found a recommendation to do a full reboot, that did not have any effect.
Dennis Jaheruddin
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Aug 5, 2025, 08:21 AM
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Sometimes My Phone Just Restarts
Occasionally (maybe twice a month) my **Milestone** just reboots (goes black and then to the Android start-up screen, but not all the way to the Motorola screen). I presume that such behaviour could be caused a poorly written app. I have uninstalled a few but to no avail. Is there any sort of log th...
Occasionally (maybe twice a month) my **Milestone** just reboots (goes black and then to the Android start-up screen, but not all the way to the Motorola screen).
I presume that such behaviour could be caused a poorly written app. I have uninstalled a few but to no avail. Is there any sort of log that I could pull which would shed some light on this or even a dump file?
Could this restarting issue be caused by something else?
I am currently running **Android 2.1** (no OTA update available for me, yet) on a Milestone and have had this problem since I bought it in December (when it was 2.0).
ninjaPixel
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Sep 14, 2010, 09:55 PM
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Continuously getting "Bluetooth share stopped working" error
I have an HTC One running Android Revolution HD (ARHD), with Android 4.4.2, and I've been getting this error that says >Bluetooth share has stopped working. The problem is that I have *no clue* what's causing this error to appear. I think it started appearing after I clicked the "share" button in an...
I have an HTC One running Android Revolution HD (ARHD), with Android 4.4.2, and I've been getting this error that says
>Bluetooth share has stopped working.
The problem is that I have *no clue* what's causing this error to appear. I think it started appearing after I clicked the "share" button in an app - but even after fully rebooting my device, I STILL keep getting this error.
Does anyone know what could cause this error? And more importantly - how do I debug what app is causing this error? I just don't even know where to start investigating.
FrankieA
(121 rep)
Apr 8, 2014, 09:10 AM
• Last activity: Aug 5, 2025, 03:54 AM
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Enable "Find my device" on just one account
I have two Google accounts on my phone. My personal one and a corporate one. Currently, from any machine logged in either accounts, I can find my device. Although there's nothing nefarious about my whereabouts, I do not wish the admin of my corporate account to know where my phone spends its evening...
I have two Google accounts on my phone. My personal one and a corporate one. Currently, from any machine logged in either accounts, I can find my device.
Although there's nothing nefarious about my whereabouts, I do not wish the admin of my corporate account to know where my phone spends its evening. Is there a way to disable "Find my device" for just one account?
I see the "Device Finders" -> "[On/Off]" switch. However that seems to control both accounts at once.
Jeffrey
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May 13, 2024, 04:57 PM
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Why can't I change the Google Calendar on an event after it's been sync'd?
**Galaxy-S (Vibrant), Android 2.1** If I create an event with the stock Calendar app, I can freely change which Google Calendar the event is associated with. Once it sync's with Google Calendar, however, I can no longer change which Calendar the event is associated with. I can do change any other as...
**Galaxy-S (Vibrant), Android 2.1**
If I create an event with the stock Calendar app, I can freely change which Google Calendar the event is associated with. Once it sync's with Google Calendar, however, I can no longer change which Calendar the event is associated with. I can do change any other aspect of the event, and even delete the event, but I can't move it to a different calendar. I can change the calendar from the Google Calendar web page, though.
Joe Casadonte
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Sep 18, 2010, 05:00 PM
• Last activity: Aug 4, 2025, 02:27 PM
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Why isn't gmail listed as a recent app when I long-press the Home button?
This would be helpful at times... I usually just end up pressing home and selecting the Gmail widget from there but I've gotten used to long-pressing home to get to recent apps. Could it be due to the fact that I get to email using the widget? Does it work with the native email client or other email...
This would be helpful at times... I usually just end up pressing home and selecting the Gmail widget from there but I've gotten used to long-pressing home to get to recent apps.
Could it be due to the fact that I get to email using the widget? Does it work with the native email client or other email apps?
gary
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Sep 17, 2010, 08:23 PM
• Last activity: Aug 4, 2025, 02:27 PM
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How to delete the personal profile in the Samsung Contacts app?
Is it possible to delete the "personal profile" that is created in the Galaxy Contacts app? The personal profile section appears directly at the top above the contacts list, under "My profile". After creating the profile it doesn't seem possible to delete it (I can only edit it - but I want it remov...
Is it possible to delete the "personal profile" that is created in the Galaxy Contacts app? The personal profile section appears directly at the top above the contacts list, under "My profile".
After creating the profile it doesn't seem possible to delete it (I can only edit it - but I want it removed).
I am using One UI 5.0 (Android 13) and the Contacts app version is 14.0.05.8
The profile isn't linked to any Samsung account. The Samsung Contacts app personal profile seems to be stored locally on the phone. I tried clearing the Contacts app data & cache but this didn't remove the personal profile unfortunately.
Grand-Technology-433
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Jan 12, 2023, 10:10 PM
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Don't show images is missing in sender header
in the gmail app on my android I mistakenly hit always show images on a particular sender, how do i turn that off? All the answers found say use the drop down by the senders address, but the link to ask to show images is missing. How to I turn this back back on for a particular sender?
in the gmail app on my android I mistakenly hit always show images on a particular sender, how do i turn that off? All the answers found say use the drop down by the senders address, but the link to ask to show images is missing. How to I turn this back back on for a particular sender?
James
Aug 4, 2025, 12:32 PM
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Does anyone know how to read log files I feel someone hacked my phone
So I wanted to see if someone can read log files and tell me if my device seems hacked,cloned or remote accessed or rooted I know nothing about this stuff but it seems like my log files don't look right
So I wanted to see if someone can read log files and tell me if my device seems hacked,cloned or remote accessed or rooted I know nothing about this stuff but it seems like my log files don't look right
Matt
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Aug 4, 2025, 02:42 AM
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Constant "<Untitled> Download unsuccessful." notifications
I'm constantly harassed by these *" Download unsuccessful."* notifications. [![ Download unsuccessful.][1]][11] After taking the above screenshot, I cleared the entire notifications list. Within the next three minutes (usually even less), the list was already overflowing again. [
After taking the above screenshot, I cleared the entire notifications list. Within the next three minutes (usually even less), the list was already overflowing again.
I've learned to manage the symptom by navigating to the ***Download Manager*** application settings; hitting *FORCE STOP*, followed by *CLEAR DATA*, and *CLEAR CACHE*. Although the notifications slowly start showing up again. Just one at first, but gradually increasing in number with each occurance. Within a day or two, the numbers are usually back out of control.
I have no idea what it's supposedly attempting to download, or why. But whatever it is, it's not instigated by myself. I could just disable download notifications, but I'd rather identify the underlying problem and kill it directly. Needless to say, I'm not too keen on my devices automatically trying to download random mystery files from the internet. Any ideas? Thanks.
FYI: The device in question is a **ZTE Blade L5** smartphone.
After taking the above screenshot, I cleared the entire notifications list. Within the next three minutes (usually even less), the list was already overflowing again.
I've learned to manage the symptom by navigating to the ***Download Manager*** application settings; hitting *FORCE STOP*, followed by *CLEAR DATA*, and *CLEAR CACHE*. Although the notifications slowly start showing up again. Just one at first, but gradually increasing in number with each occurance. Within a day or two, the numbers are usually back out of control.
I have no idea what it's supposedly attempting to download, or why. But whatever it is, it's not instigated by myself. I could just disable download notifications, but I'd rather identify the underlying problem and kill it directly. Needless to say, I'm not too keen on my devices automatically trying to download random mystery files from the internet. Any ideas? Thanks.
FYI: The device in question is a **ZTE Blade L5** smartphone.
voices
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Oct 5, 2017, 04:22 AM
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How can I set a high priority (or Do Not Disturb) for my BT connection to my Oticon Intent hearing aids while talking on the phone?
Most times the **Samsung** S23+ BT, with LE Audio enabled, connectivity to my **Oticon** Intent hearing aids is great. However, sometimes I think another BT device interferes causing the connectivity to drop (i.e. I can hear the party on the other end but they can not hear me!). I observe the BT ico...
Most times the **Samsung** S23+ BT, with LE Audio enabled, connectivity to my **Oticon** Intent hearing aids is great. However, sometimes I think another BT device interferes causing the connectivity to drop (i.e. I can hear the party on the other end but they can not hear me!).
I observe the BT icon on my phone is turned OFF due to this interference. As a result, I am forced to either turn ON the BT icon or turn on the Speaker to allow our conversation to continue. But, many times the other party believes a disconnect and calls me back. Very frustrating!
Is there someway I can set the phone BT priority highest while paired with my HAs to block any other outside BT interference? Or, is there a Do Not Disturb type setting I can invoke real time to block outside BT interference? Or, is there an App I can install that would address the issue in some way?
Any feedback or suggestions would be appreciated.
Dan Stone
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Jul 23, 2025, 09:08 PM
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