A: No. The latest versions (v24+) require Android 5.0 Lollipop or higher. Installing them on KitKat will cause immediate crashes. Stick to v23.30.18.
As of August 2023, Google has officially for Android 4.4 KitKat (API levels 19 and 20). While this means no new official features, you can still manually download and install the final compatible APK to maintain basic functionality. The Final Supported Version download google play services apk android 4.4.2
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