Because of the 2021 cutoff, you cannot use modern versions (e.g., version 26.xx) which require Android 6.0 or higher. Instead, look for: Version 21.30.99

: This is the final version supported for Jelly Bean devices. Specific Build Variants

Tap the downloaded APK file. Tap Install . Do open the app immediately after installation.

As of early 2026, approximately of active Android devices still run Jelly Bean. Google officially ended active support for Google Play Services on Android 4.1–4.3 in August 2021.

By mid-2026, Google officially ended support for Android 4.4 KitKat and below. However, many budget tablets and older phones (like the Samsung Galaxy S3, HTC One X, or Nexus 7 2012) still run Android 4.2.2. Without a compatible Play Services APK, these devices become digital paperweights.

When you search for a Google Play Services APK for this version, you are not looking for the latest update. You are looking for a specific, older iteration (usually version 6.x or 7.x). Trying to install a modern version of Play Services on Android 4.2.2 will result in a "Parse Error" or a crash, as modern apps require Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or higher.