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Google Play
play.google.com › store › apps › details
Google Play services - Apps on Google Play
3 weeks ago - Google Play services is used to update Google apps and apps from Google Play.
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proprietary background service and API package for Android devices from Google

Google Play Services is a proprietary software package produced by Google for installation on Android devices. It consists of background services and libraries for use by mobile apps running on the device. … Wikipedia
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Google Play
44.7M votes
Factsheet
Developer Google LLC
Initial release September 26, 2012; 13 years ago (2012-09-26)
Operating system Android
Factsheet
Developer Google LLC
Initial release September 26, 2012; 13 years ago (2012-09-26)
Operating system Android
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Google
developers.google.com › google play services › overview of google play services
Overview of Google Play services | Google for Developers
Google Play services powers a broad set of SDKs on Android for building your app, enhancing privacy and security, engaging users, and growing your business. These SDKs only require a lightweight client library to be included in your app, as ...
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Can someone please tell me exactly what Google Play Services is & what it’s needed for etc?
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Google Play Services battery drain.
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Google play services keeps stopping
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Can we talk about the Google Play Services battery drain? I know there are tons of topics, but no clear answers.
As said time and time again in every thread, the reason why there is no answer is because apps are the cause of the problem, not Google Play Services. Google Play Services collects metrics, location, sensors, wifi and other data ON BEHALF of apps. Apps query for it and Google Play Services collects it for them. I have 1% Google Play Services drain because I don't have 500 apps installed. It's often poorly written Tasker rules or rogue apps that hammer the battery. Use Better Battery Stats to check which apps are requesting metrics. More on reddit.com
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Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Google_Play_Services
Google Play Services - Wikipedia
2 days ago - Google Play Services is a proprietary software package produced by Google for installation on Android devices. It consists of background services and libraries for use by mobile apps running on the device. When it was introduced in 2012, it provided access to the Google+ APIs and OAuth 2.0. ...
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Android Developers
developer.android.com › google play › google play services
Google Play services | Android Developers
Google Play services powers a broad set of APIs and services on Android to help you build your app, enhance privacy and security, engage users, and grow your business.
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Google Support
support.google.com › googleplay › answer › 9037938
Keep your device & apps working with Google Play services - Google Play Help
Google Play services keeps your apps updated and running smoothly on Android devices. What's Google Play services Google Play services connects apps to other Google services, like Google Sign In and
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/grapheneos › can someone please tell me exactly what google play services is & what it’s needed for etc?
r/GrapheneOS on Reddit: Can someone please tell me exactly what Google Play Services is & what it’s needed for etc?
May 17, 2023 -

I’ve just moved to Android and Graphene on a Pixel 7 after years on iPhone, but I’m struggling with how I should set things up with different profiles and which should have Play Services or whether I even need it. Total noob to Android & not sure whether I even need to create a Google account (real or fake) or use Aurora Store now it’s pool of accounts apparently no longer works. I’m wanting a few profiles (banking & NHS app for prescriptions, social media, etc) but not sure which if any need Play Services or why?

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Well, you jumped ship and bit the bullet hard...kudos. You're gonna need Google Play Services for automatic app updates, running any banking apps, probably for Google Maps, and ANY OTHER APP that actually requires it. It's part of the Google/ Google Play ecosystem. Graphene sandboxes Google Play Services. You can search and tweak with open source stuff all day long, but you'll probably end up needing it running. I did.
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Google
developers.google.com › google play services › set up google play services
Set up Google Play services | Google for Developers
As described in the Overview of Google Play services , Google Play services is automatically updated on Android 6.0 (API level 23) and higher through the Google Play Store app. However, devices without the Google Play Store don't have Google Play services installed.
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Google Support
support.google.com › android › answer › 10546414
Learn about Google Play services - Android Help
Google Play services is core system software that enables key functionality on every certified Android device. There are three types of core device features Google Play services provides: Security an
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Uptodown
google-play-services.en.uptodown.com › android › tools › general › google play services › download
Download Google Play services 25.47.60 (190300-835230976) for Android | Uptodown.com
5 days ago - Download the latest version of Google Play services for Android. Essential app to keep your apps up to date. Google Play services is an essential Google...
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Android Developers
stuff.mit.edu › afs › sipb › project › android › docs › google › play-services › index.html
Google Play Services | Android Developers
Give your apps more features to attract users on a wider range of devices. With Google Play services, your app can take advantage of the latest, Google-powered features such as Maps, Google+, and more, with automatic platform updates distributed as an APK through the Google Play store.
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Google Support
support.google.com › android › answer › 12492216
Learn more about Google Play services for support - Android Help
Google Play services enables useful services on your device and helps make your device more secure and reliable. Support is one such service that is provided as part of Google Play services. Learn mor
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APKMirror
apkmirror.com › home › google llc › google play services
Download Google Play services APKs for Android - APKMirror
New features for the latest release are listed in Google's System Service release notes. Learn more · Google Play services is used to update Google apps and apps from Google Play.
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Android Authority
androidauthority.com › home › mobile › android os › google play services: everything you need to know
Google Play Services: Everything you need to know - Android Authority
August 13, 2025 - Alongside the Google Play Store, Google Play Services is one of the most important apps on any Android phone. It helps connect everything, provides easy tools for app developers, and helps older Android phones get modern features without needing ...
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Google Play Services
jdsportal.jenzabarcloud.com › ICS › icsfs › Google-Play-Services.html
Google Play Services
January 25, 2024 - This guide will walk you through downloading and installing Google Play Services, the backbone that lets you download all your favorite apps. But before we jump in, a word of caution: Google Play Services typically comes pre-installed on most Android devices.
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Google Play
play.google.com › store › apps › details
Google Play Services for AR - Apps on Google Play
Install this service and unlock new ways to shop, learn, create and experience the world together. https://developers.google.com/ar/arcore_open_source_licenses By using this service you agree to be bound by our Google Terms of Service (Google ToS, https://www.google.com/accounts/TOS) and Google’s general Privacy Policy (https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/). This service is a Service as defined in the Google ToS and the terms regarding software in our Services apply to your use of this service. ... Google Play Services for AR is included with your device to provide system services.
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Google Play
play.google.com › console › about › playgamesservices
Grow retention with Play Games Services | Google Play Console
Play Games Services (PGS) is your key to unlocking a suite of services to enhance discovery and retention, connecting you with over 2 billion monthly active players.
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Google
accounts.google.com › servicelogin
Google Play
Google Play gives you one place to find, enjoy, & share Apps, Music, Movies & Books - instantly anywhere across the web & android devices. Google Play is your entertainment hub.
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APKPure
apkpure.com › home › apps › tools › google play services
Google Play services APK for Android Download
4 days ago - Google Play services acts as the infrastructure of your Android device, quietly operating in the background to enable a wide range of essential functions. It powers authentication, synchronized data, location services, push notifications, and ...
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Android Central
androidcentral.com › apps & software › google play store
Google Play Services: What is it, and how does it keep your Android phone safe? | Android Central
March 17, 2024 - Google Play Services is essentially just an app, controlled by Google, which updates automatically in the background on every Google-certified Android phone. There's not really any user-facing part of the app unless you count the "Google Settings" ...