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Here's how to Manually Update Google Play Services.

i. Here's another list of common issues users may encounter with Google Play Services on Android devices, along with potential fixes:

1. **Google Play Services Keeps Stopping/Error Message:**
- Clear cache and data: Go to Settings - Apps - Google Play Services - Storage - Clear Cache/Clear Data. Restart your device.
- Update Google Play Services: Go to Google Play Store - My apps & games - Update Google Play Services.
- Uninstall updates: Go to Settings - Apps - Google Play Services - three-dot menu - Uninstall updates. Then, update the app again from the Play Store.
- Check device storage: Ensure that your device has enough storage space available, as insufficient space can cause issues with app updates and installations.

2. **Battery Drainage Due to Google Play Services:**
- Disable background data usage: Go to Settings - Apps - Google Play Services - Data usage - Disable background data.
- Clear cache and data: Follow the steps mentioned above to clear cache and data for Google Play Services.
- Update Google Play Services: Ensure that you have the latest version of Google Play Services installed, as newer versions often include optimizations for battery usage.

3. **Google Play Services Not Updating/Installation Issues:**
- Check internet connection: Ensure that your device is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network or mobile data connection.
- Restart device: Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve installation issues.
- Update Google Play Store: Ensure that Google Play Store is up-to-date, as it's responsible for managing app installations and updates.
- Clear cache and data: Clear cache and data for Google Play Store and Google Play Services as mentioned in the first point.

4. **Google Play Services Update Failed/Error 501:**
- Clear cache and data: Clear cache and data for Google Play Store and Google Play Services as mentioned earlier.
- Check date and time settings: Ensure that your device's date and time settings are accurate, as incorrect settings can cause issues with app updates.
- Uninstall Play Store updates: Go to Settings - Apps - Google Play Store - three-dot menu - Uninstall updates. Then, update the app again from the Play Store.
- Remove and re-add Google account: Go to Settings - Accounts - Google - Remove account. Then, re-add your Google account and try updating Google Play Services again.

5. **Google Play Services Crashes After Android Update:**
- Clear cache partition: Boot your device into recovery mode and wipe the cache partition. The steps to do this vary by device, so refer to your device's documentation for instructions.
- Factory reset: If other methods fail, consider performing a factory reset on your device. Make sure to back up your important data before proceeding.

If you encounter persistent issues with Google Play Services despite trying the above fixes, consider reaching out to Google Support or seeking assistance from your device manufacturer for further troubleshooting.