In the early days of custom ROMs like CyanogenMod 9 or AOKP, developers could not include Google proprietary apps (like the Play Store, Gmail, or Maps) directly in the ROM due to licensing issues. Users had to "flash" these GApps packages separately to gain access to Google services. Key Details of This Version April 29, 2012.
Are you looking to revive an , or are you searching for a GApps version for a more modern Android release? Download gapps ics 20120429 signed zip
The file is a legacy Google Apps (GApps) package specifically designed for devices running Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) . In the early days of custom ROMs like
, after which the device would "optimize applications" and the Play Store would appear. Where to Find It Today Are you looking to revive an , or
Historically, this package was installed via a (like ClockworkMod or TWRP) following these steps: Transfer the zip file to the device's SD card. Reboot the device into Recovery Mode.