There is a new version of Android market, dubbed as Play Store for quite long time now, available. The latest version of Play Store APK is 5.9.11, and it brings new some features that may become more relevant on Android 6.0.
There is also code added for fingerprint recognition and accurate GPS directions, while we could see uninstall manager making its way into the app soon too. New permissions for the app that are already live — you will see them when installing the 5.9.11 APK — includes ability to SMS. This could mean OTP support is coming to Play Store?
→ Download Play Store APK 5.9.11 (13.14 MB)
If you need any help with installing the APK, check our detailed guide on how to install an app using its APK here.
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO INSTALL GOOGLE PLAY STORE APK
Below is a neat and noob proof guide for installing Google Play APK OR just about any APK.
- Transfer the Google Play Store APK file, you downloaded to your PC to either the internal memory or external SD card. If downloaded on Android device, no need to transfer it.
- Enable installation of Apps (APKs) from Unknown sources in your device’s settings. Here’s how:
- Android 2.3 (and below) → Go to Settings » Application » check ‘Unknown Sources’ box.
- Android 4.0 (and above) → Go to Settings » Security and check ‘Unknown Sources’ box.
- Now open the folder where you downloaded or transferred the ‘play store apk’ file on your device using a file manager. If you don’t have one, we recommend the ES File Explorer File Manager app, however any file manager should work fine.
└ If you downloaded the apk file on device, it should be in Download folder. - Tap the Google Play Store APK file to begin installation and you will be done in less than a minute.
If you need any help with this, sure let us know via comments below.
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