Google Play UK - Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello everybody,
I've been highly anticipating the arrival of Google Play in the UK ever since I heard of the cloud service where the user can store up to 20,000 songs from their personal library onto the cloud so they can access it on the browser and Android devices. On paper, it sounds amazing but as usual, there's an issue.
I've been trying to set it up all night but unfortunately it keeps asking me to create a Google Wallet account. I only have access to a Maestro debit card so I shoved in the 16 digit code only to find an error- 'Invalid credit card number' even though it states debit cards are supported. I can't seem to find a way around this so I'm pretty stuck. It's incredible how one of the largest companies in the world want my debit details in order to verify my location.
So, I'm wondering if there's a way past this. My iPod Classic is almost at the end of it's life and music is a very big part of my life so not being able to carry my 7000+ song collection around with me it's a real bummer.
Basically, any way around this or an alternative (Apart from anything that requires a subscription e.g Spotify)
Thank you,
Curtis

CurtisAndroid5 said:
Hello everybody,
I've been highly anticipating the arrival of Google Play in the UK ever since I heard of the cloud service where the user can store up to 20,000 songs from their personal library onto the cloud so they can access it on the browser and Android devices. On paper, it sounds amazing but as usual, there's an issue.
I've been trying to set it up all night but unfortunately it keeps asking me to create a Google Wallet account. I only have access to a Maestro debit card so I shoved in the 16 digit code only to find an error- 'Invalid credit card number' even though it states debit cards are supported. I can't seem to find a way around this so I'm pretty stuck. It's incredible how one of the largest companies in the world want my debit details in order to verify my location.
So, I'm wondering if there's a way past this. My iPod Classic is almost at the end of it's life and music is a very big part of my life so not being able to carry my 7000+ song collection around with me it's a real bummer.
Basically, any way around this or an alternative (Apart from anything that requires a subscription e.g Spotify)
Thank you,
Curtis
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You can just skip that option in the Google Play app theres no need to set up a Google Wallet account just press the right arrow when on that screen to skip it.
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How? I open up the Play app to this, any instructions? I cant seem to find anything.
Thanks
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How? I open up the Play app to this, any instructions? I cant seem to find anything.
Thanks
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Hi CurtisAndroid5,
Thats just the start screen havent you got any music on your phone? it doesnt look like it.
Have you got the google music manager software installed on your pc? if not get it from here https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#manager_pl
Then upload some music from your pc to it and you can play it from your google play music app on your phone.
Just to note when uploading new music you need to refresh in settings in the app on your phone so it see.

yeah. you need to add the music to the cloud from your desktop computer before it shows up from your Google Music account

I know that. My problem is with setting up Google Wallet in order to register my account to allow me to use Play Music. I emailed Google and Maestro isn't accepted yet which resolves my issue as to why my card isn't accepted.
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Looks really cool, but without a native app for Linux I'm going to pass. That's one thing that keeps Dropbox ahead of the game. I sent a request for supporting Linux, let's see what happens.
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Looks really cool, but without a native app for Linux I'm going to pass. That's one thing that keeps Dropbox ahead of the game. I sent a request for supporting Linux, let's see what happens.
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An issue I'm having as well, computer runs Fedora so I'm stuck with web app or nothing. I chose nothing.
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spr0k3t said:
Looks really cool, but without a native app for Linux I'm going to pass. That's one thing that keeps Dropbox ahead of the game. I sent a request for supporting Linux, let's see what happens.
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So not trying to sound stupid, just wondering if it would work in WINE ok. Or would it spew out tons of errors trying to use it?
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spr0k3t said:
Looks really cool, but without a native app for Linux I'm going to pass. That's one thing that keeps Dropbox ahead of the game. I sent a request for supporting Linux, let's see what happens.
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I understand, but if you emailed them, they should be quick in your response, i just emailed them about Symbian and they responded in less than 2 hours. Got to give them props to that. I'm sure however, that they are working on Linux, several other people have emailed them about this situation in the past.
I joined for your sake but will prbably wait until they fix the issues with Android. From what I have read it appears it is a battery hog and files don't sync 100% of the time. But hey, I got you another 500mb....
also signed up. Thanks!
Might sign up ;(
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I have used Sugar Sync for awhile now and find it rather nice. I have not noticed any battery or sync issues on my end. Also, with the Cloud Save extension for Google Chrome it's really easy to get files on your phone if Chrome to Phone is giving you problems. I am somewhat surprised that Google has not jumped on the cloud storage train yet (other than Music Beta).
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Seems nice, I really like being able to sync/download a single folder at once, unlike Dropbox, which is 1 file at a time. The "getting started" stuff never worked for me kept telling me to do it again so I just left it alone

[MOD] MarketAccess.apk

I'm using the MarketAccess app with latest market version and it works flawless. I did not liked the original icon and also the fact that the icon title was not spanning properly on the screen. So I edited the original .apk and replaced the icon as well the title.
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Is there any basic guide on how to best use this?
MarketAccess is a branch of MarketEnabler. Personally, I use its very basic function.
With the Market closed, I go to:
Market Access > Providers > T-Mobile
Then, I open the Market and install any US restricted apps. Once I'm done with it, I reboot the phone and the default settings are automatically restored. As I said, pretty simple and basic.
From what I understood, you did not create this, (correct me if I'm wrong ) therefore it doesnt belong in the development section
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What kind of useful apps are US only?
My favorite are:
Amazon Mobile
Google Books
Google Music
Google TV Remote
Netflix
Not sure if Books are now open to everyone, they just added Google Videos to Canada.
Personally, I live 45min from the US border and I have an US address/credit card. We have Netflix in Canada but the selection really sucks, compared to US.
I use a E4200 DD-WRT router as PPTP server with US IP's to all my devices (Google TV, mobile, tablet, etc.) when I'm at home. For example, you need an US IP to upload your music to Google Music site but you can use any IP to download/broadcast Music/Video's to any of your mobile devices. I know is not easy, but is worth the trouble. It really sucks that we have all those restrictions.
At least I can get all my music anywhere, without taking any space on my mobile.
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From what I understood, you did not create this, (correct me if I'm wrong ) therefore it doesnt belong in the development section
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Credit is clearly given into OP, I certainly hope is not going to ruin your day.
I saw many mods posted here (if you can call my change a mod... took me 2min to modify the APK), so I think is the best place for it, since is not related to Original Android development.
MOD = modification of an existing application created by someone else
There are tons of MOD threads listed in this forum, from what I saw.
Still, if I'm wrong, please let me know what would the the appropriate forum so I post there next time.
Cheers
Mate it seems to be working partially with the new market 3.1.5
You can see the currency changed to USD but you can't see the regional apps.
Could someone confirm this ?
Thanks.
It's true. I found a trick for this maybe it's too much of a headache but if you want to use new market then what you have to do is
1. Install market access.
2. Go emulate say for example t mobile.
3. Go to settings/applications/manage/ and then uninstall the updates for market. .
4. So now you have the old market. Now open the market.
5. Then wait for some time. Since it is connected to t-mobile it will update to new market.
6. Now you can download all the apps you want with new market.
The thing is it only works till restart. Then you have to repeat all the steps again.
Big hassle I know but if you absolutely have to use the new market then this is one way. Cheers.
P. S. Simply use old market with market access and freeze market updater using titanium backup to avoid all the hassle and use US APPS.
HellRazorGod said:
Mate it seems to be working partially with the new market 3.1.5
You can see the currency changed to USD but you can't see the regional apps.
Could someone confirm this ?
Thanks.
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Can you give me an example of app that does not work?
I'll test it on my phone with Market 3.1.5 and let you know guys. So far all apps worked for me, I'm in Canada.
Edit: I think I know why is probably not working for some of you.
You need an US IP address as Wi-Fi spot. My DD-WRT router is set as PPTP server and broadcasts an US IP through wireless as well wired connections. So when my phone connects to the market, it does it through an US IP. Using the VPN directly into phone will not cut it.
Nice
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Is there a new version for the latest Google Play ?

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Or maybe it thinks the TP is running FB from the legit webOS app
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You don't believe me?
Ever think its because every other platforms FB app has been recently updated..and WebOS has not?
Facebook now requires a GPS connection, hence why almost all mobile FB apps give a rough location now when you post
OK.. Next question.
About that SIM Card slot...
Antenna? SIM Card? SD? Identifier? What IS that?
What exactly is that? Can you take it out? Can you insert something into it? Can you use it in some way?
If not...why would they include it...? It must be useful in some way...
That's odd...
its the sim card slot for the 4g models. on all other models its a dummy with the serial number
and there is NO sim card hardware if you have a dummy slug, teardown confirmed
but it DOES have the pins and chipset to wire one in but that would require a meta-doctor of the 4G doctor for drivers (webOS), but then CM7 would not work
Would have loved to have had an SD slot.
that would have been nice for the 16GB users, but im sure there will be a much easier method for OTG with a flash drive/sd card reader in the near future
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Apps / Facebook
1. Lets you view messages you thought you deleted
2. Lets you get messages from people you've blocked
3. Won't let you delete statuses or messages
4. When you update your status on Facebook from the TouchPad app, it will do this:
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Facebook no longer does that for iPhones, Androids or anything else. It'll simple say via mobile, if anything.
Maybe Facebook is buying WebOS?
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Read this http://www.precentral.net/how-webos-facebook-app-made-jobs-yell-zuckerberg to understand why facebook for webos isn't as consistant as official facebook app interfaces.
Regarding the via mobile message, like others said, it was updated for ios and android devices. It still says Blackberry, Windows Phone, etc for other platforms.
You can put your conspiracy theory to rest.
Okay.
Is anyone getting that Wifi and Sound problem from time to time?
Every now and then, the sound will become rattly. It just happens.
And every now and then, the WiFi will just stop working. And you have to reset it.
It's happening increasingly often..is it just me?
Noticing the WiFi issue for sure. Never happened before 3.4.
Um, in Android. What's with Facebook not working?
I see people with the icon on their homescreens. But... Why if it doesn't work.
It shuts down repeatedly.
I never really looked into this issue since I browse the facebook website rather than using the app but I did skim over this issue. I believe it crashes because it's trying to pull your location and the touchpad has no GPS. Solution is to fake it. I think there's a fake gps app on the market to fix this.
As to why people have the facebook app. 2 functions. Contact syncing and ability to share photos via facebook app.
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What is the cause of the HP TouchPad's bulkiness? If you tap the back of your TouchPad with your fingernails, it sounds hallow- do you think they'd be able to issue out new backings that would make the TouchPad half as thick?
Another thing is, you can scroll through card view left and right, but why not up and down?
Ever notice in webOS, when you're interacting with card view and you tap to bring the card up and it's blurry for a moment- why does that happen?
Odd...

Google Play Books driving me crazy

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Dear XDA wizards,
Ever since I got to play around with the newly installed apps from the google play store, there was one in particular that stood out for me. Yep, google play books.
Its damn awesome even if it really could use the opening book animation that ibooks has. The only thing that's driving me crazy is the absence of the option to import your own epub or books you bought (or downloaded) elsewere.
I mean aldiko is fine alright, but i want to use this app. I searched round and round and nobody has found out a solution to this. Yes there has been filed a ticket at google, yes i can use other ebook apps and yes I read every freaking thread.
So i would kindly suggest if you can perform your magic to finding out why or better how to solve this.
somewhere it had to do with drm epub or something i thought.
thank you!
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I feel the same way. It would be amazing if Google would just add this feature in a future update or if an XDA wizard could come up with a workaround. I'm currently using the Nook app but Google Play Books is so much sexier.
Play Books just updated with a description saying it supports epub format. Does that mean we can import now? I can't figure out how! Help!!!
satur9ine said:
Play Books just updated with a description saying it supports epub format. Does that mean we can import now? I can't figure out how! Help!!!
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been trying i can't figure it out!!
Indeed, that would be great! Prettiest reading app so far!
Has anyone made any breakthrough to import books with this app?
Bump - I'm curious about this as well. Ridiculous that Google doesn't allow importing...
Bump - searching for a solution too.
go to the playstore and download file converter app. it will give you choices on different formats to convert files to. with ebooks it pretty fast. just takes a few minutes. it even works for converting videos as well. to read the book just make sure you have a pdf reader and your good to go.
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go to the playstore and download file converter app. it will give you choices on different formats to convert files to. with ebooks it pretty fast. just takes a few minutes. it even works for converting videos as well. to read the book just make sure you have a pdf reader and your good to go.
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That's not what people are asking. You just described how to download the books you purchase in Google Play Books. Only useful if you want to read those purchased books offline.
We are all asking how to add our other books into our Google Play library app.
It's absolutely insane that even my Google Drive docs in PDF, ePub, and Mobi can't be opened on Android devices.
I hate to say this but Google Play is still a crappy market and service. The apps are great but Google, of all companies, has heavier DRM insanity than anyone else at this point. I can't even copy my mp3s purchased from Google Play to my wife's Play account (it says it was purchased from a different Play account and blocks it from upload).
Feedback to Google: great apps, ****ty Play store. Even in 2012, the only way to consume digital media is to buy your music from Amazon and buy your books/movies hard copy and download the digital books and movies from torrents (or torrent it all I guess and skip buying anything until they get their act together).
Bump - Any news about "Play Books"?
Will Google update the app or are there some developers trying to "fix" the app? Had you heard something about?
Bump,
How about we collectively send this in as a bug, which might give our desire for the import feature more attention.
I went to: support google.com/googleplay/bin/static.py?hl=en-GB&ts=2481847&page=ts.cs , and sent this in as if it were a bug. Which, I think it's fair to say it is. This is may biggest personal grievance from being in the android world, and I hope to push it to be resolved.
Edit:
Also, we should recommend this as a feature, support google.com/googleplay/bin/static.py?hl=en&page=suggestions.cs
The links doesn't work. Can you please update the links?

NFC dev

do you know any other use of NFC then Smart Tags?
in Poland one bank made an app 4 iPhone to pay instead of paypass... there was a small "bumper" with NFC
is there any plans for NFC in Xperia S and others (I think HTC One and Nokia Lumia 610 has got NFC too)?
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Supposedly we're getting some equivalent to google wallet, called Isis or something like that. There was a thread on it.
What I wanna know is could I copy my "Smartcard" for our local tram system and then use my phone in its place, one less thing to carry. The NFC chip can read it, but I dont know how to make it re-broadcast it(I assume host devices can act as clients?).
I use it to replace my tram / subway card ( not sure if it's legit ) and sharing contacts. Also, Bump.
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How have you done it?
I have a public transport card and it would b nice 2 copy it.
NFC Taginfo app (free in market) shows:
and
The best thing that my work ID card is NFC...
So how can I copy cards to XS and use it on it?
Links
http://www.nfcworld.com/nfc-phones-list/
http://www.google.com/wallet/
http://www.nfc-forum.org/home/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88onblp44lU (by the way nokia c7 and 701 are really nice phones)
Apps
Xperia smartTags (already installed) best interface and professional
Nfc Task Launcher (best functionality)
Nfc taginfo (name says it all)
K900 said:
I use it to replace my tram / subway card ( not sure if it's legit )
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How have you managed that?
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How have you done it?
I have a public transport card and it would b nice 2 copy it.
NFC Taginfo app (free in market) shows:
and
The best thing that my work ID card is NFC...
So how can I copy cards to XS and use it on it?
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There is a lot of information on Mifare, but it's in the grey zone, so I won't link directly. Google it.
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K900 said:
There is a lot of information on Mifare, but it's in the grey zone, so I won't link directly. Google it.
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That's not much help, is it? Yes, there's lots of information on Mifare, but you seem to be claiming that you're using your phone to emulate your physical cards. From what I understand of Android, that's not possible at this time (card emulation).
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That's not much help, is it? Yes, there's lots of information on Mifare, but you seem to be claiming that you're using your phone to emulate your physical cards. From what I understand of Android, that's not possible at this time (card emulation).
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I'm not emulating. I use the protocol to report a fixed value and all the calculation is done on device.
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what "gray" is in copy MY public transport card or my work's ID card?
if someone break the law then this is a gray zone. if I copy my work ID card or my CD it's my privilege
Another use for NFC is the ability to easily establish a connection/share credentials for Multiplayer games or file sharing, as a user you wouldn't need to bother enabling bluetooth or wifi and connecting with the other device or typing its IP address, you would just have to put the two devices side to side and the software would automatically exchange the IP address or establish the bluetooth connection

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