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[Android Apps and Games] Hb20032003:
Clarification for why some apps cannot be found in anonymous accounts on v4

Hey there,

I do get your point, but considering why we are using Aurora store, new way is a better way.

In old version, the tokens were bound to your actual device and ip, so you were not actually anonymous. Allowing you to see local app listings and search results.

This loophole is now fixed in v4, so all the tokens are bound to our dispenser server. Making you completely anonymous.

One downside you may notice is, you can't find/install apps that are specific to your region. (In your case the banking app or the particular game).

So it's not a bug, it's a fix to ensure your anonymity.

If you can't live without those apps, just login with your own Google account and enjoy the same experience as 3.2.9.

Apply spoof language, logout, login and restart app. This should fix that problem.

Please search thread before posting. https://xdaforums.com/posts/84494735/
[Android Apps and Games] n.p.:
Apologies for that. I did read the last few pages (obviously, not far enough back, though) in this thread before posting. I assumed that the problem came from the most recent upgrade of Webview, but now I would guess that the problem actually comes from the newer version of Aurora Store itself (perhaps performing checks that the older version did not).

I do have one obvious (though possibly still stupid) question, though. Why can't I find and install trichromelibrary in Aurora Store itself?
[Android Apps and Games] Wishmasterflo:
Hi!

On all my apps I want to Update now through Aurora Store I get the below error message.

It works when I install new apps which had not been installed before but for I apps I just want to update now I get this.

I tried to re-login to Aurora store as well but that had not fixed that issue.
[Android Apps and Games] Master One:
See here:

"Installer failed" error with AuroraStore v4.0.2 using "Session installer" or "Aurora Services" as installation method
[Android Apps and Games] Wishmasterflo:
Ahh OK that was it that I missed. Now it works. Thanks a lot.
[Android Apps and Games] g000n:
The new Aurora OSS website is much better, thanks .
[Android Apps and Games] maybeme2:
I've used Aurora for years but I have say these new versions (latest nightly) are still not there. This is not a criticism but feedback.

It works fine to update some apps. But for others, it marks them as needing updates even though playstore disagrees. After 'updating' these apps in Aurora it continues to show them as needing updates if I refresh or restart Aurora. It's not a timing issue. Aurora will continue showing some apps as needing updates even days later.

It also shows some apps as needing updates even if they were recently updated by play or have no updates.

All these problems persist even after clearing the cache.

Result is that Aurora is now undependable. After doing what I can in Aurora I routinely need to next go to the play app to double check and update what Aurora did not. That defeats the purpose of using Aurora in the first place.

Again, this is from a supporter of Aurora. It is not a criticism. Just reporting my experience because I don't see my experience reflected in this thread.

The update at top right also still does not work for apps selected on the update screen.
[Android Apps and Games] heinhuiz:
What if you not only clear cache, but data also? Cause I don't experience any of the problems you have with updating, in fact no problems at all.
[Android Apps and Games] maybeme2:
I'll try anything to get Aurora to work correctly.

So, I cleared cache and data. I then tried something I could try immediately:

Selected 2 updates and clicked on update (circled). As reported, nothing happened. I will need to click on each individually and click on update for each and then install for each. I reported the this problem earlier and someone else replied they had the same problem. This is something that should be simple to fix.

I then went to Google Play Store where, as you can see on the screenshot, only 4 apps need updating. So Aurora is still reporting updates that are not really there. I know from experience, that if I update these updates, they will still be there next time I try Aurora.

I forgot to mention that I've also uninstalled and reinstalled Aurora. Problems persist.

Again, this is not criticism. Just reporting.
[Android Apps and Games] rho-bot:
Short question about Self-Update:

Some days ago I got updated from 3.2.9 to 4.0.1. Nice work, although a littel beta status (no offense!).

Now I have seen the 4.0.2 was rolled out by following commit:

Update updates.json (a73afc22) · Commits · Aurora OSS / AuroraStore · GitLab

An unofficial FOSS client to Google Play.

gitlab.com

But AS does not offer the available Self-update. Bug, or due to the version unchanged at 32?
[Android Apps and Games] thorazine74:
This is wrong design no matter how you try to spin it.

The small privacy gains you get from using the token server address instead of the real device address (which are none for people with dynamic ip address and those behind mobile network proxy or cgnat) are nulled by the fact you cant access apps that are specific to your country, unless you happen to be on the same country as the server, which is the vast majority of the potential users who are not from the UK.

You turned a less anonymous world wide app store into a slightly more anonymous country locked app store.

Add that to the fact that v3 mysteriously stopped working just today even though it was perfectly fine til yesterday and this is another xda app debacle.
[Android Apps and Games] spurious_j:
A slight over-reaction I think. It's open source so you're free to fork off and modify it. ;)

(That was a bit cheeky, no malice intended)

V4 is coming along nicely, and in this day and age any extra privacy is welcome. I think most users will be happy with this decision, and as stated there are workarounds if you're not.

Much appreciated (y)
[Android Apps and Games] wowi63:
Yesterday i rebooted the phone, in advance i could update the app.
[Android Apps and Games] temporarium:
This is a good point, though a bit strongly worded.

The advantage of the previous approach was that one could use geo-spoofing or a VPN to access region-specific apps in anonymous fashion. From what I understand, with the current approach, this is no longer going to be possible. Or will geo-spoofing be enabled later via the server?
[Android Apps and Games] Hb20032003:
Aurora puts privacy first, features second. While v3 implementation is more convenient for you, it does not align with the project goals.

As for V3 Anonymous login not working now, we have limited resources and accounts. So cannot keep things running for both versions now.

While there is no plan for including geo-spoofing in V4, if there is enough demand a standalone app for that maybe provided sometime in the future.
[Android Apps and Games] Master One:
+1 for privacy over features.
[Android Apps and Games] drnightshadow:
Agreed 10000%

+1 for privacy over features.

My privacy isn't for sale.
[Android Apps and Games] Hb20032003:
Hi all,

On public demand I added an optional Insecure anonymous session, disabled by default. Which basically allows you to generate GSF ID on your own device rather than the dispenser server.

This would allow you to get apps & listing from your own country, similar to v3 and also opens up bridge for Geo-Spoofing.

The new preference is located at Settings > Networking > Insecure anonymous session. To apply geo-spoofing just use a VPN and set location for where ever you want to geo-spoof. Make sure you relogin & restart Aurora Store to apply these changes. Test it & let me know if it works fine for you.

Also, stop sending me bulk messages & emails 😒, you want something just create a Gitlab issue.

Enjoy!

Please note that this is a test and not an official release

Edit: XDA file uploader is acting up again, i cannot attach the apk here, so i have uploaded it to an external site https://gofile.io/d/5ng014
[Android Apps and Games] iHOX:
I'm missing the manual download for older app versions.

Is 3.2.9 still working if I use my own account?
[Android Apps and Games] Hb20032003:
Yes v3.2.9 will work with own account. The feature will be added back in V4 later.
[Android Apps and Games] rho-bot:
Can anyone of the devs give a statement on this?
[Android Apps and Games] temporarium:
Q: would it be hard to implement geo-spoofing on the server? Like you can spoof the device/API level, except for request origin 🤔
[Android Apps and Games] maybeme2:
I'm for privacy first too.

But the app needs to work dependably. Is anyone looking into the problems I brought up? Do I need to be more patient or are these problem considered acceptable?
[Android Apps and Games] gonzo1963:
Good Morning,

As version 3.2.9 has stopped working anonymously, I installed the latest version 4.0.2, and it seems to me that it is not yet a "final version".

I'm going to list the features that are missing and that I did have the previous version:

1.- There is no favorite app's list

2.- You can not define the download directory

3.- You can not adjust the startup option (apps, games or updates)

I do not know if they are going to add in the future, but I think it would be important to add them.

One more suggestion:

Since there is a section of "Apps on offer", you could put some filter: app, game, app category, game category, etc.

Regards
[Android Apps and Games] Nokono:
Mod Edit: Quote removed since post deleted.

Yea, there are some points to correct still but at least try to have a look at the Settings. It will solve some of your troubles.
[Android Apps and Games] blizoner:
What settings? xxxx

Mod Edit: Post edited as part of thread cleaning.
[Android Apps and Games] Nokono:
Aurora settings of course.

If you are not able to move a switch in "on" position for saving apk in available memory then it is your problem, not aurora's, sorry

Mod Edit: Quote edited.
[Android Apps and Games] temporarium:
Kudos for a very civil and restrained reply 👍🏻

It must be remembered that the devs don't owe anything to anyone. If you don't like the app/project, no one is being forced to use it.

I, too, would like to see some missing features added back quickly, but we have to be patient.
[Android Apps and Games] temporarium:
Mod Edit: Quote removed since post deleted.

Dude, chill. Take a breath. Think.

It's their service. They are sharing for free. Just say thank you.

Or, make your own app and share and listen to others' complaints.

In the meantime, there is F-Droid and other marketplaces with their apps. You're welcome to use them. ✌🏻😉
[Android Apps and Games] UM Marneus:
Hello and thanks for your amazing work on the new Aurora Store.

Globally it's working pretty good but I managed to run into an issue when trying to update some of my apps as you can see in the screenshot attached.

I'm on a Huawei Mate 40 Pro up to date if it can help you.
[Android Apps and Games] asripath:
I had a similar issue on A11

forced closing app

clearing cache

and retrying worked

It happened when at the time of iinstall prompt of session installer,

i moved focus to another app and

came back to the app and tried install again.
[Android Apps and Games] Wishmasterflo:
Downloads - 3 dots menu - force clear all

That does fix it. Had that as well.
[Android Apps and Games] Nokono:
Did you try attached?

Sorry, seems xda doesn't allow to attach files... There is Aurora version for Huawei and Honor...
[Android Apps and Games] Nokono:
Файл из Облака Mail.ru

Облако Mail.ru - это ваше персональное надежное хранилище в интернете.

cloud.mail.ru

here is huawei hotfix version
[Android Apps and Games] heinhuiz:
Thank you. After all, this solution is still more private than having to use a Google account to get local apps.

For me, I don't even hava Google account, so I would have to rely on Apkpure or similar solutions. Then I trust Aurora Store more.
[Android Apps and Games] blizoner:
Congratulations i don't expect anything then censure congratulations
[Android Apps and Games] iHOX:
Could you please order the apps in the update list alphabetically? At least I don't understand the current sorting, it seems to be random.
[Android Apps and Games] Master One:
Not sure if this is the right procedure to place a feature request, as there is no option for that at the issue tracker, but I'd like to be able to search in the Blacklist Manager.
[Android Apps and Games] tremalnaik:
Hi everybody, thank you for the constant updates to Aurora. Unfortunately, while Aurora Store 3.2.9 was working flawlessly, on my phone Aurora Store 4 has a little problem: it shows the apps, it logs in anonymously, but the core business (i.e. downloading apps) is not done. When I try to download or update an app, it stalls in waiting condition, as if the app is on a queue waiting for other apps to be downloaded.

I've tried to uninstall and reinstall the app, I've tried all the four installers provided, I've tried storing the apks in external memory or in the app's folder, but I still haven't found a solution.

In the download section of the store I see the app's download progress to be 0/-1B.

I'd post a logccat of errors, but there's no error in the logcat. I'm running Android Oreo.
[Android Apps and Games] slimhunter:
Is anyone else having issues with installing apps?

They download but don't install...I tried changing the install mode to "native" but it gives an error when analysing the pkg.

I'm on Android 5, on an old S4. Apps install flawlessly from f-droid
[Android Apps and Games] vangry2020:
Auroraservices is down I can't buy apps.

Is this project dead?
[Android Apps and Games] maybeme2:
I've reported this.

Still happening.

Android 9, stock, rooted.
[Android Apps and Games] patroj:
Have you tried this:

Worked for me.
[Android Apps and Games] maybeme2:
Where can I download the latest nightlies? The link on the first message in this thread does not work for me.

Also the link for stable versions goes to oneplus. I'm using a Moto G7 with android 9. Could this be why Aurora store 4 has problems on my phone?
[Android Apps and Games] rho-bot:
For DL, just use the Gitlab link: https://gitlab.com/AuroraOSS/AuroraStore/-/releases
[Android Apps and Games] Nokono:
In Telegram: Aurora - App Store
[Android Apps and Games] slimhunter:
I updaed my rom to Lineage OS 17.1, tried again: now the app works, but only with google account.

Trying to use the Anonymous option returns an error, stating that the goolag address has been blocked, or something to that effect
[Android Apps and Games] maybeme2:
Hallelujah!

Thanks for the GitHub link. I downloaded 4.02 from GitHub and now Aurora works beautifully for me!

I've had nothing but problems with my previous installs. Now finally it works great.

I noticed it does not uninstall the previous installed Aurora leaving me with 2 apps installed. I uninstalled both and then installed the GitHub one and things look good!

Thank you.
[Android Apps and Games] WhyOrean:
Changelog : v4.0.3 (34)

• Add back search filters

• Add back manual downloads

• Fixed installer related issues

• Fixed language spoof issue

• Fixed dispenser timeout issue

• Added support for insecure anonymous sessions

• Fixed ABI mismatch issues on Huawei devices

• Added options to disable ForYouPage & customize the default tab

• Bug fixes & improvements

• Updated Translations

#PS: Huawei users are advised to do a clean install

Some of the features from v3 are still missing and will be added incrementally.

Stay tuned!

https://files.auroraoss.com/AuroraStore/Stable/
[Android Apps and Games] maybeme2:
Beautiful and works great.

When installing a new app from Aurora it would be nice to have the option to automatically add the app's shortcut to the home page. I currently have this enabled in Nova Launcher and it works when I install a new app from the Google Play store. But it does not work when a new app is installed from Aurora. It would be nice to have that option in Aurora.

Thanks for the great work.
[Android Apps and Games] mlkdom:
Unreadable page numbering in a dark theme.
[Android Apps and Games] amedesv2:
Bad Request anoynmous, Google Failed to generate Session
[Android Apps and Games] WhyOrean:
Changelog : v4.0.4 (35)

• Fix missing download entries

• Do not allow users to install bundled apps via Native Installer

• Updated Translations

https://files.auroraoss.com/AuroraStore/Stable/
[Android Apps and Games] WhyOrean:
A bit late, will improve in next build
[Android Apps and Games] WhyOrean:
Don't make bad requests then.

If Huawei, use latest build 4.0.4
[Android Apps and Games] mlkdom:
Manual download:

Dialog doesn't automatically close if navigating with "back" button.
[Android Apps and Games] wonsky21:
A noob question: if I update app from Aurora Store, and then remove Aurora Store, will I be able to update from Playstore again?
[Android Apps and Games] heinhuiz:
Yes.
[Android Apps and Games] wonsky21:
Ok, thanks for clarification.
[Android Apps and Games] klemi71:
Could you please update stable versions on F-Droid more frequently?
[Android Apps and Games] V7BHl1fBkTVNzPR9E13I:
Devs of aurora don't have control over F-Droid repository
[Android Apps and Games] 73sydney:
Devs,

While im glad to see Manual Download is back, it doesnt work as 3.xx

Issue:

The version info is populated in the version number field, but when you go to download it just puts up an ! like the version field is blank....

To get it to work, you have to write down the version number, enter the field, which erases the version number, and then manually enter it :(

Im sure it wont take long for you to fix....
[Android Apps and Games] evilorb:
Am I the only one for who the downloads never start?

Since new app design has been released, notifications spinning for ever...

Android 11 / LOS 18.1 / always anonymous mode / all permissions ok

The app sees the updates but when I click download nothing happened.

Also I can search for a precise app but I can not download it.
[Android Apps and Games] WhyOrean:
Make sure the following domains are whitelisted

-connectivitycheck.android.com

-android.clients.google.com

-play-lh.googleusercontent.com

-play.googleapis.com

-reports.exodus-privacy.eu.org
[Android Apps and Games] WhyOrean:
Oki will improve
[Android Apps and Games] evilorb:
Strange that first address was blocked with Pihole.

But it was apparently made years before and old app version worked fine without that.

Thanks to point me this.

Have a nice day.
[Android Apps and Games] arf8:
Is there a way to change the "external storage" location to a different folder? and just force the apk to download to that folder instead of creating multiple nested folders?
[Android Apps and Games] tremalnaik:
On my phone Google's connectivity check servers are blocked by AdAway, but I have no idea of which list does block them.

I don't even know why it is necessary to check the connection also from within the app, but as I'm already hosting a connectivity check page on my site, my workaround is recompiling Aurora Store with my connectivity check page instead of Google's one.
[Android Apps and Games] Bogazicili90:
After I updated the app for a long time it doesn't work anymore!

I'm using it on an Android TV. I was able to install any app before that last update. Now it doesn't spoof and only shows Android TV apps.! For instance I can't download Google Chrome from Aurora Store because it doesn't show up when I search! But before this update I could find any app when I search it!

Language, spoof etc. no solution! How to solve it!?
[Android Apps and Games] suolrihm:
I don't think it's related to the Google Play Framework, it was just a little idea if you really need a Beta App.

It try'd to manually download the Beta .apk of Discord (regular is 6.9.3, Beta is 7.0.5 atm), but that also doesn't seem to work.
[Android Apps and Games] caesarwoo:
So any plans for Beta access fixes?

Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] BaamAlex:
Why can google ban my account if i use this store? The "pro" or "paid" Apps can be purchased in the Google play store.
[Android Apps and Games] suolrihm:
Because it's their service and with making use of Aurora they can possible punish you for violating their Terms of Service. That's why it's highly recommended to use the Dummy function or create a seperate account.
[Android Apps and Games] suolrihm:
I guess it's on his list :)

WhyOrean is still working on V2 of Aurora, so things may get changed and/or features are added in the meantime.
[Android Apps and Games] Kajuru:
There's an app called "beta apps" in the PS itself that allows you to join beta channels using the web version of Playstore. Not as convenient, but I tried and it does work.
[Android Apps and Games] suolrihm:
That's nice to know, thank you!

Even if it is not that convenient, it's great we have a workaround atleast, so again thank you :)
[Android Apps and Games] adan..89lion:
Is it possible to exclude apps with ads or GSF dependant in the search or category list like in Yalp Store? Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] MixLeNain:
You can do it by clicking on the blue button at the bottom right when you have the search result :)
[Android Apps and Games] Dante Enoshima:
Welp, can you add 2-step verification for G-account [MENTION=5678465]WhyOrean[/MENTION]? It's kinda annoying to turn it off and back on everytime i want to login to Aurora with G-account. And if i choose 'Add Password', it'll return to login notice.
[Android Apps and Games] joshbdoc:
Thank you for making this!
[Android Apps and Games] :
Some apps can't be downloaded and it says they are 0 MB. What could cause this? So far I have found two, both GSF independent.

Bicikelj - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=si.virag.bicikelj

Abanet - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.infinum.abanka

The first one is a public transport system in my town and the second on is a bank app.
[Android Apps and Games] :
This app crashes when I trap on a category in the app. :(
[Android Apps and Games] suolrihm:
Please provide a log so WhyOrean and other can find out why this is happening
[Android Apps and Games] Oblox:
Just curious about the blacklisting warning on the front page?

Has this happened to many people? I don't want to lose my google account but it seems a great alternative to the play store front end and id still like access to my paid apps.
[Android Apps and Games] WhyOrean:
#Update : New build is up !

Changelog : v2.0.4-β

Add Device/Language/Country Spoof Option to allow accessing GeoRestricted Apps ( Follow How to Guide )
Add Filter to exclude Non-Market, F-Droid & Guardian Project Apps
Refactor complete project to AndroidX
Bug Fixes & Improvements
[Android Apps and Games] WhyOrean:
2FA issue is fixed in latest release, you need to generate a Password for AuroraStore and use it as password to log in into AuroraStore.

As per my testings I believe this issue is resolve, kindly check confirm it on latest beta and report if not fixed.

This issue is resolved in latest beta. 2.0.4

No accounts have been blacklisted till date as per my knowledge, its just a warning to save my ass when something goes wrong.

Still I will add a disclaimer on Login Page.