Pico: The bare minimum. Includes Google Play Store and framework services only.Nano: Adds Google Search and "Okay Google" functionality to the Pico base.Micro: Includes Gmail, Calendar, and Gallery, along with the Nano features.Mini: A mid-sized pack including popular apps like Maps, YouTube, and Calculator.Full: Includes the majority of the Google suite.Stock: Replaces original AOSP apps (like the camera and keyboard) with the official Google versions.
One of the primary challenges with GApps, especially for custom ROM users, is the installation process. Since GApps are proprietary and cannot be distributed with custom ROMs due to licensing restrictions, users have to manually flash them via a custom recovery like TWRP. This process can be daunting for novice users and may sometimes lead to bootloops or other issues if not done correctly. Moreover, finding the correct version of GApps compatible with a specific Android version and device architecture can be confusing. gapps android 6.0.1
As of 2026, Android 6.0.1 is considered a legacy version. While continues to support Android 6.0 (API level 23) to keep apps functioning, security updates for the OS itself ended in 2018. It is highly recommended to use the latest possible version of Google Play Services to ensure app compatibility. Pico: The bare minimum
“GApps for all versions” one-size-fits-all ZIPs – they rarely work correctly on 6.0.1. Since GApps are proprietary and cannot be distributed