Android Fix: Unfortunately messaging has stopped error

While opening the default messaging or texting app on my Android smartphone, some users reported an error "unfortunately messaging has stopped" which caused the messaging app to crash every time users wanted to send an SMS or view incoming text messages. This is a common Android app bug which can be solved by applying some simple steps such as restarting your device, app clearing or installing a third party mobile messenger app. If you are one of those android users affected by the unfortunately messaging has stopped error message, here are some possible fixes:

How to fix Unfortunately messaging has stopped error on Android devices - smartphones and tablets

Method 1:  Restart device

This is the simplest method but one that is most overlooked. Sometimes simply restarting your phone can fix the messaging has stopped error. 

Method 2: Clear cache and data 

1. Go to Settings >> Apps >> All
2. From the list of app select "Messages" (or any default app you use for texting on your phone)
3. Tap "Clear cache" and "Clear Data"
4. Now restart device and open your SMS or messaging app and send a message as a test

Method 3:  Installing third party, alternative SMS/messaging app

If it is your pre-installed or default messaging app that is crashing constantly or popping up error messages, it is time to try a third party messenger app. I am currently using Textra, which is a highly customization alternative to the default Android SMS app.  Just install such app and follow the onscreen information to set it as the new default messaging app.

Method 4: Check for system updates

A lot of the times such app crashes and errors start to appear after you've update your operating system to a newer version. This means the error is caused by a bug that was left unresolved in the new update. If that is the case, your device manufacturer will release another update soon to fix any issues in the earlier release. So head to settings >> systems >> device info >> check for updates. If there is any new update, install it.

Some blogs have also suggested going to Safe Mode, but I don't see how that fixes this issue. So we will skip that extra step.

[Fixed] Unfortunately camera has stopped working Android error

This �unfortunately camera has stopped� error is just a system bug that is not a big issue if you have stock Android installed. Usually a simple restart or clearing cache will fix this error. If you have a custom OS like Cyanogenmod installed, you may have to flash another compatible ROM via recovery. I got this error message on my Nexus 6p whenever I opened the camera app. Then the camera app would simply force close and I would be unable to take any pictures. Here are the possible fix for unfortunately camera has stopped error for Android Smartphones and tablets.

Method 1: Restart phone

Well, this is a very straightforward step that could easily fix the camera has stopped error on your smartphone.

Method 2: Clear cache and data of your Camera application

Most of the time, the application cache may cause this error. To fix it, simply follow these steps:

• Go to Settings >> Apps (or application manager) >> Swipe to go to �All�
• Now scroll down the list of apps, and tap on �Camera�
• Tap �Clear Cache� & �Clear Data�
• Now restart your smartphone

Open the camera app and check for the error.

Method 3: Formatting external microSD card

This method is applicable only if you save your photos on your external microSD card. Simply remove the SDcard and move all of files stored on it to your hard drive. Then insert the microSD card in your PC or Laptop�s SDcard slot and format it. To format it, right click on the microSD card drive after it appears on your PC, then select �Format�. Before formatting , you can also try checking for error by right clicking your SDcard and selecting �Properties� >> Tools >> Check

Method 4: For Custom ROM users (Cyanogenmod, SlimROM etc)

If you are a custom ROM user, you are not new to flashing Operating systems via recovery. If you�re getting this error pop up, you will need to reflash the operating system along with a compatible GAPPs package. If it still doesn�t work, you will have to flash a different ROM.

Sometimes, you may get this error when you have too many pictures in your gallery. Just move the excess images to your PC hard drive or an external storage. After clearing your gallery, open your Camera app and take pictures.




Samsung Galaxy Gear users have also reported this error, where they would get a black screen and then the message saying �camera has stopped working�. Possible fix for this issue include resetting the Samsung Gear smartwatch. Also, check if you have the latest software update installed. If not, make sure you update the OS of your Galaxy Gear.

One of the above methods should fix the unfortunately camera has stopped working error on any Android device. If you have any other

How to fix �Unfortunately, System UI has stopped� on Android phones

Most android devices running stock OS don�t usually get the �Unfortunately System UI has stopped� error. This error is common among smartphones running customized Android operating systems. Some examples of customized OSs include Samsung�s Touchwiz, ASUS�s ZenUI, HTC�s Sense UI and Huawei�s Emotion UI. This error is mostly caused by a faulty or buggy software update and is usually fixed by another update. This can also happen if you have certain third party launcher installed. Here are some of the possible fixes for �Unfortunately the System UI has stopped� error on Android smartphones and tablets particularly Samsung Galaxy Note, HTC and ASUS Zenfone devices:

Method 1: Remove third party launcher

If you have any third party launcher app like NOVA, Trebuchet, Apex or Go launcher installed, uninstall them. Such launcher apps may conflict with your system UI because your system is not granting it sufficient permission to function stably.

Method 2: Remove apps that you recently installed

Sometimes normal apps may also conflict with your system UI. Identify your most recently installed apps and uninstall them.

Method 3: Wipe Cache Partition

A simple reboot may be all you need to fix this error. So try it. If that didn�t fix it, try booting into recovery and clearing caches. The best option is to �wipe cache partition�. First of all figure out the button combination to boot into fastboot. Usually, you turn off your phone and hold the volume down + power button until the recovery menu appears. Then you can use the volume buttons to highlight �recovery� option. Once inside the recovery, again use the volume button to select �wipe cache partition� and then press power button to select it.


If the problem still persists, all you can do is ignore it and wait for another system update to fix this issue. You may also try downloading the previous version of the Android operating system for your device and then install it manually via recovery. However, going the OS flashing route, will require you to unlock your device�s bootloader, which can void your device warranty. But if you have no problem with losing warranty, you can even install other custom ROMs that will surely fix the �Unfortunately System UI has stopped� error on your device.

Restricted Access Changed Service blocked notification error [Solutions]

The Restricted Access Changed Emergency service is blocked is a notification messages that commonly appears on Moto X, Moto G and Nexus phones. The alert message constantly appears in the notification slider and then disappears. This is not an Android bug or hardware error, but a simple message of the emergency call feature on your phone. While this is a totally harmless message, it does get annoying and frustrating when the �Restricted access changed� data service is blocked or voice service is blocked message always appears on the notification.



So, is there a fix for this notification message? No. This is just a built-in message so there is no need to worry unless you are unable to send SMS or receive calls. If that�s the case, a simple reboot might fix the SMS and call issues. This error message may also occur if you have a faulty Sim card or you swap different sim cards multiple times a day. The message also pops up when you change networks i.e. from 2g to 3g or 3g to 4g and vice versa. And it mainly appears while using mobile data and disappears while connected to Wi-Fi networks. Turning off or switching from 3G to 2G seems to have fixed the problem for some but that really isn�t a fix if you�re trying to use fast mobile data connection.

How to fix Restricted Access Changed notification error on Android phones

Method 1: Blocking Phone notification using third party app

Before you do this, check if your Android device has a built-in feature to disable notifications. This feature may be available in Android 5.0 Lollipop and Android 6.0 Marshmallow operating systems, but some systems may not give access to the �phone� app. Go to settings >> sounds and notifications >> Apps >> Scroll down and tap on �Phone� and disable notification. If your phone doesn�t have that feature, it�s time to give some third party apps a try.

If you Android phone is rooted, there is a fix. You can download apps that can block �Restricted access changed� notification.

• Download Notification blocker app like this one: Notify Block
• Open the app >> You will be asked to grant notification access >> Tap �OK�
• Now on the app uncheck �Hide System Apps�
• Scroll down and tap on �Phone� (com.android.phone)

Now reboot device and see if the error still persists. Within the notify blocker app, you may find several �Phone� icons. If the above steps didn�t work, try disabling notifications for each of the �Phone� icons on the list.

Method 2: For rooted Devices: Install Notification cleaner app

For this you will need to root your Android and also install Xposed framework. Most rooters will know how to do this.

• Install Notify Clean and open it
• Scroll down and tap �Phone�
• Tap on �Restricted access changed�
• Now reboot device and the phone notification will be blocked

Did any of the above method fix this notification error on your Android phone? Do you have any other alternative methods or solution? Drop a comment below.

How to fix error code -18 in Google Play Store

There are several methods to fix error -18 in Google Play Store. This error prevents users from downloading or updating Android apps. If you�ve just purchased a new phone and getting this error code while attempting an app installation, you may have set the wrong date/time on your device. In such a case, simply resetting the correct time will fix the issue. Sometimes Play Store error 18 is caused by low storage issue and you will need to make enough space in your device before app installation. Another way to fix Google Play Store error code 18 is by clearing data of Google Play from the app settings. Multiple solutions for app can't install error code -18 in Google Play Store are mentioned below:

Method 1: Reset Data and Time

• Go to Settings >> Data & Time
• Check if the time and date is correct
• Unselect �Automatic data and time� and �Time Zone�
• Manually set the correct date and time
• Go back to homescreen
• Again to date & time settings and then enable �Automatic date and time�.

Method 2: Clear cache and data

This is the most used method to fix the majority of Google Play Store error messages

• Go to settings >> Apps >>All
• Scroll down and select �Google Play Store�
• Tap �Clear cache� and �Clear Data�
• Again from All >> Select �Google Service Framework�
• Tap �Clear cache� and �Clear Data�
• Additionally, clear data for �Download Manager�
• Note: First, backup everything in downloads folder

Method 3: Uninstall Play Store updates

This is another common fix for Google Play compatibility issues with an OS update. Many users of Android 5.0 Lollipop and Android 6.0 Marshmallow have employed the �uninstalling Google Play Store update� method to fix various error codes.

• Go to Settings >> Apps >> All
• Scroll down and select �Google Play Store�
• Tap �Uninstall updates� >> OK
• Now update or download apps/games from Play Store

The Google Play Store app will be reverted to its original version and it will automatically update to the latest version as soon as you are online.

Method 4: Free storage space

Sometimes the error 18 may appear in Google Play Store if you have very low storage space in your device or microSD card. In such a case, do the following to free the internal or external storage:

• Uninstall unwanted games/apps
• Move all of the photos from your phone to your PC or external harddrive
• Delete system cache, junk files etc using apps like cleanmaster
• Move apps to SDcard/external storage from app settings. If you have older operating systems you may not be able to do this.
• Wipe cache partition

Read more: How to fix low storage space error in Google Play Store

If all fails, you may have to factory reset your device. But first go to settings >> About>> System update and check if there is a new firmware available. Install the latest firmware for your Android device.

One of the above methods should work for most Android users. However, if you�ve found a better way to fix Google Play Store error code "-18", drop your valuable comment below.

[Fixed] Unfortunately Contacts has stopped Android phone error

The Unfortunately Contacts has stopped error is a bug affecting a lot of Android smartphones- specially Samsung devices like Galaxy S5, S4, Galaxy S6, S7, Note 4, Note 5 etc. Thus, one of the reasons for this contacts app error could be due to a Samsung Touchwiz bug. However, sometimes third party app may also interfere with the stock contacts or �people� app and lead to this error. Due to this error, users can�t open the contacts list to search, add or edit saved contacts. In the error message, the users only get the option to tap �OK� and the contacts app exits or force closes. Sometimes the error may also pop up while opening your dialer or call logs. Here are some possible methods to fix unfortunately contacts has stopped error on Android smartphones and tablets:

How to fix contacts app has stopped error caused by third party apps

You may have knowingly or unknowingly granted access to your contacts to multiple third party apps. Some apps known to link with contacts app include Facebook, Facebook messenger, Google +, Twitter, Contacts+ etc. Try uninstalling each of these apps and see if that solved the problem. You may not be able to completely uninstall some apps, in that case simply uninstall updates. To uninstall updates, go to Settings >> Apps >> All >> scroll down and select the app >> Tap �Unisntall Updates�. Also, make sure you have uninstalled any third party dialer from your device along with third party address book app.

Solution 2: Reset App Preferences 

One of our readers, got the "contacts has stopped" error after her device received Android 6.0 marshmallow update. The problem was fixed by resetting app permissions.

1. Go to Settings >> Apps (application manager)
2. Tap on the three dots on the top right
3. Tap "Reset app preferences"
4. Optionally, also select "Reset default apps"

Solution 3: Clearing cache and data for Contacts app.

First make sure you sync your contacts to your Gmail account. Go to Settings >> Accounts >> Google >> Tap on your Gmail address >> Tap on �Contacts�. After your contacts is synced proceed to below steps to wipe cache from your Contacts app:

• Go to Settings >> Apps >> All
• Scroll down and select �Contacts� or �People�
• Tap �Clear Data� and �Clear Cache�
• Reboot device and see if you still get that error

Solution 4: Deleting voicemail

Sometimes this error pops up when you have a lot of voicemail saved on your device. Many people forget that the deleted voicemails are actually in the �deleted� voicemail folder and you need to empty it to get rid of the voicemails completely. Deleting voicemails can also solve dialer force closing issues. If you don�t know how to delete voicemail on Android, here are the methods

• Open Google Voice app
• Select �Voicemail� (VM)
• Now press menu or the 3 vertical dots on the upper right
• Tap �Delete�

Solution 5: Change Date/Time format

Weirdly, many Samsung Galaxy smartphone users have fixed this contacts app automatically closing issue by simply editing the time format from the date & time settings. Here is how you can do that:

• Go to Settings >> Data & time
• Tap on �Use 24 hour format� or uncheck it if already is
• Now also choose a different date format

Try opening the contacts app and dialer and check for the error.

One of the above methods will work for most users, but if you have any other methods to fix �Unfortunately contacts has stopped error� drop a comment below.

How to fix Google Play Store not accessible or not working issue

This is a common issue faced by many Android users. Due to the �Google Play Store not accessible�

or �Google Play Store has stopped working� error, updating apps or installing new ones becomes almost impossible. Users get this error message as soon as they open the Google market app or Play Store. While users have resolved this issue by simply restarting their smartphone or tablet, that hasn�t worked as a long term solution as the error pops up again and again. Some have tried signing in using a different Gmail (google) account and still unable to access the Play Store. If you are getting the Play Store has stopped or not accessible error, here is the most effective fix:

• Go to system Settings
• Select �Apps� >> All
• From the list, scroll down and select �Google Play Store�
• Tap �Uninstall updates�

You have now reverted back to the original/factory version of the Play Store. The Android market app will eventually update to the latest version but this seems to resolve the issue of not being able to open Google Play app.

Another method that may resolve the Play store inaccessible error is by downloading or updating apps via Google Play Store website on your desktop. Simply open the browser on your computer and then log into Play Store using your username and password. Select the app or game you want to update/install and then select your device (Smartphone/tablet). Click �install� or �update�. The download should automatically begin.

If you are using a custom ROM, then you will need to reflash the correct GAPPs package to get rid of the "Google Play Services has stopped" error.

How to fix unfortunately Gmail has stopped error on Android phone or tablet

The unfortunately Gmail has stopped error or Gmail stopped working error can occur if you recently updated your Android operating system to a newer version. This is also a common error among users who flash custom ROMs with incorrect GAPPs package. Due to this error Gmail app force closes every time you try to open it. Usually a simple reboot or wiping cache partition via recovery can fix the unfortunately Gmail has stopped error.  Other times users may need to do some more work. Here are some more methods to fix Gmail stopped working error on Android smartphone and tablets:

 Method 1: Clearing Gmail Cache and uninstalling update 

1. Go to Settings >>  Apps >> All 
2. Scroll down select "Gmail" >> Force stop 
3. Tap "Uninstall updates" >> "Clear Data"

Now try to open Gmail again and see if the error occurs. 

Method 2: For custom ROM users (Cyanogenmod, SlimROM, Paranoid Android etc)

First, download the correct GAPPs package for your Android operating system. Next, boot into recovery and flash the GAPPS package. Go to Advanced and Wipe Dalvik cache and wipe cache partition. Also "fix permissions" if you have that option.

If you have other solutions for the "unfortunately Gmail has stopped" error, please mention them in the comments. Related: How to fix unfortunately Chrome has stopped error on Android  

Fixed: [DF-DLA-11] [DF-DLA-12] error in Google Play Store

Error retrieving information from server [DF-DLA-11] [DF-DLA-12]. Both of these Google Play Store errors pop up during app installation and specially during an app update. The first thing you'd want to check is your internet connection. If your internet connection is too slow it may return the above errors. Also restart your phone or tablet and see if that fixed these Google Play errors. If the issue is still unresolved, fear not, this post has several easy solutions for these errors.



Another reason these errors pop up is if you have too many large size apps updating at once. In such case,  it is recommended that you update your apps one by one in Google Play Store. If the problem still persists, here are some possible ways to fix error retrieving information DF-DLA-11 and DF-DLA-12 errors in Google Play Store:

Method 1: Clearing Google Play Store app data

This solution involves clearing data for Google Play Store and Google Service Framework. This is the most used error fix on Android devices. It will come handy for other Android error codes as well.

1. Go to Settings >> Apps >> All
2. From the app list, select "Google Play Store"
3. Tap "Clear Data"
4. Again, from All >> select "Google Service Framework" >> "Clear Data"

If the error message is still popping up, also uninstall Google Play Store updates by navigating to Settings >> Apps >> All >> Google Play Store >> "Uninstall Updates". 

Method 2: Resetting app preferences

This is the second most effective solution for Google Play server errors. You will resetting your the settings of all of your apps and games. Note that this method won't remove data, multimedia files, login info or save games from your device.

Go to Settings >> Apps >> Press Menu or the three dots on top right >> Tap "Reset app preferences"

Method 3: Clear App Data 

While your app is installing or updating, cancel it by taping on the "x" icon. Now run the installation
once more. If you still getting the DF-DLA-11 error for a particular app, uninstall the app completely and then re-install it via Google Play Store. If its a system app, you won't be able to uninstall it, so you'll just have to clear its data. To clear app data:

• Go to Settings >> Apps >> All
• Scroll down and select the app that you are unable to update or install due to this error
• Tap "Force Stop" >> "Clear Data"
• Open Google Play and update the app

Method 4: Connect to a different network

Firstly, turn off your router and turn it back on after 30 seconds. A lot people may get server errors because of temporary connection slowdown, and in such cases you may need to reset your router. Connect to Wi-Fi and see if you still get the DF-DLA-12 error while updating your app or game in Google Play.If you are connected to your Wi-Fi, switch to mobile data or a different Wi-Fi network and run the app update/installation on Google Play. The error may have been caused by a faulty network connection.

Method 5: Check your storage

Do you have a lot of apps installed? Maybe you have too many junk files. Try cleaning them up using apps like cleanmaster. You can also uninstall apps or games you rarely run.

Final solution: Delete Google account 

On this method, you will delete your Google account from settings and then simply add it back. This has solved many similar "error retrieving information from server" errors in Google Play store. The complete steps for deleting and adding your Gmail account on Android devices is mentioned here:  How to Fix Error 489 in Google Play Store.


One of the above methods will likely solve this error and if you have any other fix for this Android error, please mention them in the comments. 

Fix Mi Band �too many bands nearby� pairing error

The Mi Fit app can get buggy sometimes and it stops syncing your Mi Band. Simply unpairing and pairing it back resolved the Mi Band connect failed error. However, some users were unable to pair their Mi Band and got "too many bands nearby" error. This can actually happen because there are too many Bluetooth devices near you. So a suggestion to check and turn off Bluetooth on all your nearby devices except your phone which has MiFit installed. Now try to pair the band. If you are still facing problems, here is an effective method to fix too many bands nearby error in Mi Fit app for Mi Band 1S Pulse, 1A and other versions.

Method: Remove all paired/saved Bluetooth devices from your smartphone

• Go to settings >> Bluetooth
• Tap on the gear icon next to each saved Bluetooth device (including MiBand)
• Select �Forget�
• Now uninstall Mi Fit app
• Download and reinstall Mi Fit and sign in

Removing paired  Bluetooth devices

Pairing Mi Band in Mi Fit

After completing above steps you should be able to pair and sync your Mi Band to your smartphone. You can also try pairing your device later in the night when there are less people around with Bluetooth enabled devices. Sometimes too many Bluetooth signals nearby can cause this pairing issue in fitness trackers.

Fix Mi Band Connect Failed Retry No Band error

This post has the solution for a "Couldn't connect band, tap to retry" Mi Band error that stops tracking your steps in the Mi Fit app.  On the older version of the app, the Mi Band fails to sync with the Mi Fit app giving the error: Mi Band connect failed, pull to retry. When you go to the settings it will No band detected error. If you don�t fix this error right away, your activities won�t be logged in the MiFit app. To solve this problem, first turn off Bluetooth and then restart your smartphone. After the device reboots, open Mi Fit app and try to sync your Mi Band again. If that didn't work, here is how you can fix the MiBand connect failed error in Mi Fit for android:

How to fix couldn't connect band in Mi Fit app

Method 1: Restart device

Turn off Bluetooth and turn it back on. Now try to sync again. If that didn't work, turn off Bluetooth again and then restart your phone. If your Bluetooth is working fine but you are still unable to sync your MiBand in MiFit, proceed to method 2:

Method 2: Unpairing the Mi Band from the Mi Fit settings

• Open Mi Fit
• Go to Settings >> Tap �Mi Band� (signed in)
• It will show �no band� error
• Scroll down and tap �Unpair� >> OK
• Close Mi Fit app and restart it

Now you will be asked to pair your Mi Band again. Simply tap on the Mi Band when the the LEDs start blinking and it will be synced to MiFit app on your android. All of your data prior to the error will now show up and the Mi Band will start tracking your steps/calories/sleep etc like normal.

How to fix Android error 926 in Google Play Store

The Application could not be downloaded error 926 is a common Google Play error that has recently WhatsApp. More android games and apps are affected by this Play Store error. You can use similar methods as the ones used to fix error code 927. There are several methods to fix the Google Play Error Code 926, but the most effective ones are posted below. The same methods can be used to solve (Error code: -20).
resurfaced. Due to this error users are unable to update or download apps like Facebook, Viber, HangOut and Google Play Music. The error can also pop up when you are trying to update your app. Example: Update for "Gmail" could not be downloaded due to an error (926)

Before starting the steps below methods, try uninstalling and reinstalling the app and see if that solves the issue. Also, sometimes it might be Google server unavailable issue, which normally resolves automatically after few minutes.

First Method: Clearing Data of Google Play and Google Services Framework

This is the most widely used solution for most Google Play Store or Android App Market errors.

1. Go to Settings >> Apps >> All
2. From the list of apps, scroll down and select �Google Play Store�
3. Tap �Clear Data�
4. Now go back to the list of apps >> Select �Google Services Framework�
5. Tap �Clear Data�
6. Before doing the step below, backup everything in your Downloads folder.
7. Again from the list of apps >> Select �Downloads�
8. Tap �Clear Data�
9. Now exit Settings and try downloading or updating the app from Google Play.

Method 2: Removing and adding back Gmail account

Another common method that has worked well to fix Google Play Error 927.

• Go to Settings >> Accounts >> Select �Google�
• Tap on your Gmail account (linked to Google Play)
• Press Menu >> Tap �Remove account�
• Again from Settings >> Accounts >> Select �Add account�
• Select �Google�
• Simply add back the account you deleted on step 3.

Method 3: Uninstall Google Play Updates

It is also possible that the error is caused by a bug in the latest Google Play App. Hence, reverting to the original version of the app may resolve the error, although temporarily since Google Play will automatically update itself.

1. Go to Settings >> Apps >> All
2. Scroll down and select �Google Play Store�
3. Tap �Uninstall Updates� >> Tap �Ok�
4. Now open Google Play and download/update your app

One of the above methods have worked very well (Especially method 2) for most users. If you have any other fix or solution for Google Play Error 926, please mention them in the comments.

How to fix error 495 in Google Play Store on Android smartphones and tablets

The Error 495 is a Google Play Store error common among Android devices running older operating systems like Android 4.4 KitKat, 4.3 JellyBean and 5.0 Lollipop etc. This is the format of the error: "Facebook" could not be downloaded due to an error. (495). YouTube, Whatsapp and Viber are among the apps that are mostly affected by this error. The most effective fix for Google Play Store error 495 are mentioned below. There are several methods but each will take only few minutes and they�re very easy to follow:

How to Fix Google Play Store Error 495 during Android app download/install

Method 1: Clear Google Play Store cache and data

1. Go to settings >> Apps >> All
2. Scroll down and select �Google Play Store�
3. Tap "Clear data�
4. Repeat above steps to clear data for �Google Service Framework�

Method 2: Reset app preferences

This method will reset your app settings to default. It won�t delete app data.

1. Go to Settings >> Apps (application manager)
2. Tap the menu key or the three dotted settings icon
3. Select �Reset app preferences�

Method 3: Check Background data settings

Make sure your background date is unrestricted. Many users who have turned this setting on to avoid data charges and that can later cause error 495 while updating or downloading apps in Google Play.

1. Go to Settings >> Data usage
2. Tap menu key or the three dotted menu icon on the screen
3. Tap �Allow background data�
4. Now you should be able to download/update app in Google Play

Method 4: Check Access location

1. From your App drawer select �Google Settings�
2. Go to Location and turn everything on.
3. If that didn�t solve the error continue to steps below
4. Install VPN app like Hideman VPN
5. Now open the VPN app and reset your location to a different one (example- UK)
6. Now you should be able to download apps from Google Play

Method 5: Uninstall Google Play Store updates

This method has also worked for many users. Here you will reset Google Play Store app to the stock or older version. The Play Store app will update automatically later online.

1. Go to Settings >> Apps >> All
2. Select �Google Play Store�
3. Tap �Uninstall Updates� >> OK
4. Launch Google Play and you should no longer get the error.

The last thing you can try is delete your Google account from settings and then add it back. Refer to this post: How to fix RPC-S:7:AEC error in Google Play Store.
 That has also solved error 495 for many android users. Do you have another fix for this issue? Drop a comment.

Fixed: Error retrieving information from server RH-01

The Error retrieving information from server. [RH-01] is a server error that mostly affects custom ROMs like Cyanogenmod. It prevents users from updating or downloading any apps from the Play Store. While it�s rare, it may also affect stock android users. For custom ROM users a simple fix is to re-flash the GAPPs package and then wipe cache partition. For others, here are the methods to fix RH-01 error in Google Play Store:

Method 1: Check date/ time

Go to Settings >> Date & Time. If the automatic date and time + Time Zone are incorrect, you will need to manually set it. Uncheck �Automatic Date & Time� and set the correct date/time+time zone.
Now open try downloading an app or game in the Google Play Store.

Method 2: Clear Google Play Store Data

1. Go to Settings >> Apps (Application Manager) >> All
2. Scroll down and select �Google Play Store�
3. Tap �Force Stop� >> Select �Clear Data�
4. Again from Apps >> All >> Select �Google Service Framework�
5. Tap �Force Stop� >> �Clear Data�
6. Again try to download an app in the Play Store.

Method 3: Uninstall Google Play Updates

This is a common method to temporarily fix buggy Google Play updates by reverting the Play Store app to its factory/original version.

1. Go to Settings >> Apps >> All
2. Scroll down and select �Google Play Stores�
3. Tap �Force Store� >> Select �Uninstall Updates�

Method 4: Remove and add your Google account

For Method 4, follow the steps on this post: Fix Google Play Error RPC-S-5 RPC-S-7


Did any of the above methods fix �Error retrieving information from server RH-01� error message on your device? Leave us a comment and also suggest if you have a better solution.

Fixed: Mi Band not charging by Power Bank

I've found that Mi Band, the best selling low-price fitness tracker, has many bugs and incompatibility issues. The first bug was the Mi Fit Error 96013 that didn't let me sync my Mi Band 1S (pulse) with the Mi Fit app and the next one is an issue with charging. Now the Mi Band is not charging via my Mi Power Bank. When I connect the Mi Band to the power bank, the LEDs light up and blink to show that its charging, but after few seconds it stops charging because the powerbank turns off automatically. Alternately, you could charge it via a phone charger or simply connect the MiBand to your phone via OTG cable. However, there is an easy solution if you really want to charge your Mi Band fitness tracker via powerbank.

How to fix Power bank doesn't charge Mi Band issue  

Mi Band stops charging via Power Bank

I have found that Mi Band is not compatible with any power banks because high capacity powerbanks detect it as fully charged.  The weird solution to this issue is to connect both your smartphone and Mi Band to your Power Bank. By doing so, your power bank doesn't go to sleep and will charge your Mi Band while its charging your phone. Mi Band has a tiny 45mAh battery so you won't have to wait too long for it to fully charge.

Unfortunately, if you have only one USB port on your Power Bank and experiencing charging issues with your Mi Band, you will have to get another Power Bank. I got myself an EC Technology  22400mAh power bank and I use it to charge most of my devices including the Mi Band.

Fix Unfortunately Chrome has stopped Android error

Chrome is the most used Android mobile browser and it comes preinstalled in almost all Android smartphones and tablets. Lately many users are getting Unfortunately Chrome has Stopped Error right after opening the Chrome browser app. The error message gives you the option to report this bug and yes, many of us have done that but that certainly doesn�t fix it. After tapping �okay� the browser simply force closes and now you cannot use your favorite browser. When you try to open Chrome, again the same thing happens. However, getting rid of this error is much easier than you think. Here are some possible fix for the Android error Unfortunately Chrome has stopped:

If you have recently updated your Android operating system to a newer version then I suggest you to uninstall Chrome and reinstall it. Also, check that your Chrome app is up to date in the Google Play Store. If that didn�t solve the issue proceed to the methods below to fix Chrome app error on Android:

1. Go to Settings >> Apps >> All 
2. Scroll down and select �Chrome�
3. Tap �Uninstall updates�
4. Tap �Clear Data�
5. Now open Google Play Store
• Search for �Chrome�
• Tap Chrome (installed)
• Press menu button or the top right menu icon
• Enable �Auto-update� for Chrome

Enabling auto-update for Chrome in Google Play Store

Now after sometime your Chrome app will be updated and you should no longer get this error. If you are a custom ROM user, then you may have to reflash the GAPPs package again to fix the Chrome has stopped error.

Fix Can't verify Poweramp License error on Android

Poweramp is one the most popular premium music player among Android users. After updating Poweramp to the latest version in Google Play, many users are getting the "Can't verify Poweramp License"  error. This complete error message says "Sorry, but Poweramp can't verify the purchase through Google Play license Verification/APM. Cause: Failed to Verify License/Google Play response - ERROR_CONTACTING_SERVER". After the error pop up, the app simply closes. Basically after the recent update, the app is having problem verifying the purchase of Poweramp. There is a very easy solution for this Poweramp License verification error:

How to fix Failed to Verify License error in Poweramp music player

1. First uninstall both "Poweramp Unlocker" and "Poweramp" App
2. Then go to Google play and install Poweramp Trial and then install Poweramp Unlocker
3. If you don't know how to uninstall these apps follow these steps
• Go to settings >> Apps >> All 
• Scroll down and select "Poweramp Unlocker" >> Tap "Uninstall"
• Scroll down and select "Poweramp" >> Tap "Uninstall"
• Re-install both of them from Google Play Store

After completing the above steps. Simply open Poweramp and your license will be verified and you will no longer get the error message. 

Android Fix: Unfortunately gallery has stopped error

The unfortunately gallery has stopped error ,mostly affects Android smartphones running stock OS

like Cyanogenmod. However, some users running the factory version of the Android OS may also get this error. This error message pops up after opening the camera app. Sometimes the camera app opens fine but then gives the gallery error when you swipe to see the recent pictures. Many users have resolved this error by simply restarting their smartphone. Others have fixed it by clearing app caches. Below are all the methods to help you fix the unfortunately gallery has stopped error in Android devices:

Method 1: Resetting App Preferences

1. Go to Settings >> Tap menu button or the three dots on the top right 
2. Select "Reset/restore app preferences" >> Okay
3. Now open your camera app and try to view the pictures
4. Also open the gallery app and see if the error pops up or not

Method 2:  Clear cache and data of Camera and Gallery app

Before you perform the below steps make sure you copy all of your photos in the camera gallery to your PC or an external microSD card. 

1. Go to Settings >> Apps or application manager
2. Scroll down and select "Camera" >> Tap  "Force Stop" and "Clear Data"
3. Go back, scroll down and select "Gallery" >> Tap  "Force Stop" and "Clear Data"
4. Now open your Camera and take a picture 
5. If there's no error, you've resolved the gallery error

Method 3: Reinstalling GAPPs and OS

This is a last resort fix for custom ROM users. If you are constantly getting the error even after performing all the above fixes, then its time to backup all your data and perform a factory reset. You can use Titanium backup to backup your apps/games data. Custom ROM users will have to first copy the zip files of the Android OS and GApps into their main folder or storage. Then reboot into recovery, wipe data and cache partition. After than simply install the zip files and reboot system.

Related: How to stop unfortunately app has stopped error on Android smartphones and tablets

Fix: Can�t click install button in APK file installation

This is a post about the solution for install button issue during APK file (third party app) installation in Android devices. The scenario of the problem is like this: While trying to install third party app via apk files, users are unable to click or tap the "install" sign. It seems as if only the install button is disabled because the cancel button works just fine. This issue actually occurs if you have any screen filter apps installed in your device. Some apps that are known to cause this apk file installation problem include Twilight, Screen Adjuster, Easy Eye, JuiceDefender, Darker and Bluelight Filter.

This post deals with:
Why can�t I click �install� button for APK files
Install button not working with APK files
Fix APK install button disabled

The quick and easy fix is to first disable the screen filter app. You can check if the screen adjuster app is active by looking at your notification panel.

Now all you have to do is bring down the notification panel and then tap on the screen adjuster icon to disable/stop it. You can also open the screen filter app itself and then disabled it in the app. After disabling it, simply open your apk file and tap on �install� and this time it will install without problem. Once the installation is complete, you can again turn the screen filter back on.

Fix Audio Format AC3 not supported in MX Player

If you have the latest version (1.8 or later) of MX Player, it won't support DTS or Dolby audio coded. This means video files with ac3,eac3,dts,mlp format audio files will not be supported by MX Player. While trying to play such video files the video will appear with no audio, giving an error "The audio format(AC3)is not supported. To fix this AC3 error in MX Player, you will either need to install a different video player app or install a custom codec in MX Player. The former is a faster and easier solution but the latter is necessary if you want to stick with MX Player. Here are the methods to fix this issue:

How to fix AC3 Format Error in MX Player

Method 1. Installing custom codec in MX Player

• Download All In One custom codec pack from XDA 
• Save the AIO codec zip file in the root directory (main location) of your device
• Open MX Player app 
• Go to Settings >>  Decoder >> Custom Codec 
• Browse to the folder where the zip file is located and select it. 
• MX Player will automatically load the right codec from the AIO zip file
• Go to Help >> About 
• Check whether the new custom codec is loaded or not
• Now open the video file and you should get the audio back with no AC3 format error.

Method 2: Install a different video player app from Play Store

If method 1 didn't work, your other option is to install a different video player app. There are several reliable video player in the Google Play Store. VLC Player is one of such apps and it supports AC3 format audio files.  So you can use VLC app as an alternatice to MX Player.