Open Gapps Android 7.1.2 ^new^ -
This guide covers selecting and installing Open GApps for Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), a popular choice for older devices running custom ROMs like LineageOS 14.1. Selection Guide
To download the correct package from the Open GApps website, you must select three specific options:
Platform: Match your device's CPU architecture (ARM, ARM64, x86, or x86_64).
Android: Select 7.1 (this covers all 7.1.x versions including 7.1.2).
Variant: Choose based on how many Google apps you want pre-installed. Popular Variants Content & Best Use Case Pico open gapps android 7.1.2
The bare minimum; includes only Play Store and core framework services. Ideal for low-storage devices. Nano
Adds "Ok Google" support and Google Search. Highly recommended as a stable middle ground. Micro
Includes essential apps like Gmail and Calendar while remaining lightweight (~200MB). Stock
Replaces many system apps (AOSP) with Google versions (Camera, Dialer, etc.) to mimic a Pixel phone. Installation Steps This guide covers selecting and installing Open GApps
D. SafetyNet / DRM Issues
- Context: Android 7.1.2 is an older API level. Even with Open GApps correctly installed, apps like Netflix or Google Pay may fail to work because the device fails Google's "SafetyNet" integrity check (common on unlocked bootloaders).
- Status: This is not an Open GApps error but an OS security limitation. Magisk (root solution) is often required alongside GApps to bypass these checks.
Issue 4: FaceUnlock is missing (Nano package and above)
Cause: On many 7.1.2 ROMs, FaceUnlock requires a specific library that sometimes gets omitted.
Fix: Ensure you are on Nano or higher. Go to Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted Face. If it's missing, flash the optional_face_unlock addon (available on the Open GApps download page).
Chapter 4: Practical Installation and Common Pitfalls
Flashing Open GApps on Android 7.1.2 follows a strict order: first the ROM, then the GApps, before first boot. This is because GApps must integrate into the system’s initial setup wizard (SetupWizard). If a user boots the ROM first, then reboots to recovery to flash GApps, they will encounter a cascade of force-closes (Google Play Services, Setup Wizard crashes) due to mismatched permissions and missing database initializations.
For 7.1.2 specifically, several historical issues have been ironed out:
- WebView conflicts: Android 7.1.2 uses Chrome or AOSP WebView. Open GApps variants above “nano” replace AOSP WebView with Google WebView, requiring the ROM to have the correct patch level. Modern Open GApps builds check for this.
- Dialer framework: Google Dialer’s proximity sensor and call blocking features require a special framework overlay. Open GApps for 7.1.2 includes a patched
DialerFrameworkif the “stock” variant is selected. - Pixel launcher round icons: On 7.1.2, round icons were a Pixel-exclusive feature. Open GApps “stock” and above add the necessary libraries, but only if the ROM’s launcher supports them.
The Aroma variant deserves special mention for 7.1.2. It provides a touch-based graphical installer within recovery (TWRP), allowing users to pick each Google app individually. However, due to the aging recovery binaries on older devices, Aroma can sometimes freeze on 7.1.2. Many veterans prefer using the .gapps-config file with the “super” variant instead. Context: Android 7
Common Issues & Fixes on 7.1.2
| Problem | Solution |
|---------|----------|
| Setup Wizard crashes | Flash ROM + GApps in same recovery session without rebooting in between |
| Insufficient storage | Use pico/nano, or resize system partition (if device supports) |
| Play Store certification fail | Clear data of Play Store + Play Services, reboot, or use Device ID spoof |
| Google Assistant missing | Set language to English (US) and flash at least nano package |
| Battery drain | Update Play Services via APKMirror, disable auto-sync for unused Google apps |
1. The "Super" Package (1GB+)
What it includes: Everything Google has ever made. Pixel Launcher, Google Plus (dead now, but included), Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Newsstand, Fit, and even the old Google Daydream VR services. Who it's for: Only for devices with massive system partitions (500MB+ free). Not recommended for 7.1.2 devices, as most are aging hardware.
Issue 1: "Setup Wizard has stopped"
Cause: You rebooted after flashing the ROM but before flashing GApps. Fix: Wipe System, Data, Cache in TWRP. Re-flash ROM + GApps back-to-back. Reboot.