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QuestionWhat is use of APK files?Community AnswerThey can be useful for many purposes, but don't download them from unknown/untrusted sources as they may contain a virus.
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QuestionHow do I know if it has a virus or malware on it?Community AnswerThat's hard to tell. Just to be sure, only install APK's from legit websites you trust 100%.
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QuestionAre APK files scams?Community AnswerThey are just files you download from the internet and install, just like a program on your computer. However, some APK's from shady sites might be bad, so always be careful! Normally the playstore installs APK files for you, when downloading an app.
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QuestionWhat is an .obb file that is related to an .apk?Community AnswerA .obb file sometimes helps the .apk file to run in special cases. For example, when an .apk has no packs, it's generally invisible. That's what .obb files are used for. They act as a texture pack or can mod a game.
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QuestionWhat do I do if I downloaded an APK file and it is not working?Community AnswerIf an APK does not work, install the OBB of it. This populates it with the files needed to run.
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QuestionWill this app work on an iPhone 5?Community AnswerNo. APK files are only intended for Android and will not work on an iPhone.
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QuestionIs there a way to get an APK for games like Minecraft and/or games for PS4?Community AnswerYou can get a Minecraft APK from Google Play. You may eventually be able to get a PS4 emulator, but it's not currently possible.
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QuestionWhat do I do if it says there was a problem while parsing the package?Community AnswerThe APK doesn't work or is corrupt. This is usually because of this or because you have no storage. You may sometimes have to retry.
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