Accidental uninstalled google play Galaxy mini GT-19195

[Edsaid1]

I accidently uninstalled part of  the Google suite on my ancient Galaxy mini. Now I can't install any apps at all. I get the message to 'sign in' but I am alreadsy signed in. 

I get the notification: "Update Google Services" several times a day but can't get passed the 'sign in'. I can't even reach my email now...

It seems all I can do is revert to factory settings but I have the feeling even that will fail. Moving to a new phone may be the best idea but is there a sure way of saving my Contacts?

I have internet, and O2 data is working okay, so it's not the end of the world. Nonetheless a fully wroking phone is desirable so any help will be really appeciated. 

[MI5 · Accepted solution]

@Edsaid1 

Go to Google play on the internet browser and install from there. 

Or download an apk file and sideload it 

https://www.androidauthority.com/how-to-install-download-google-play-store-312812/

[Edsaid1]

Hi.

Did all that and managed to install appropriate version (v.4.1+) of Google Play Services. Unfotunately, still can't reach email. I think the OS is corrupt, but not to worry, I've decided to buy a new iPhone. All I have to do is download my contacts onto my PC and hope I can transfer them to the new phone.

I may be back...!!  

Thanks for your help.

Best wishes,

Ed

[MI5]

You're always welcome 🙂