Device lost all data after installing Android 14 on SD card.
Device lost all data after installing Android 14 on SD card.
I changed my Infinix GT 10 Pro to XOS 14 based on Android 14, but faced several issues. The most serious was the sudden wipe of my SD card. I can’t reformat it because I need to recover as much data as possible. Around 40GB of important files are stored there. Right now the phone shows it’s detecting the SD card and wants to format it. What should I do next? XOS 14 has been a real hassle since the update this afternoon, and I’m considering returning the phone if the SD card issue gets fixed.
Take it out, confirm the contents and restore them. *edit* You're right about keeping critical info safe—why store it on a low-quality SD card when there are better options? That data should definitely be protected elsewhere.
Have you saved a 40GB backup of your crucial documents? Or would it be better to install another SD card for your phone until you learn how to restore data from the existing one?
I'm not sure if this text will work on other devices, but I'll attempt it. The only available copy is on my mom's old computer in storage. What methods could help restore it? Are there any tools or approaches you've used successfully?
I saved qphotorec, but I’m unsure about the steps. Should I adjust its formatting before using it, or leave it as is? Nothing appears when I open it.
It seems you're pointing out a potential issue. Important files shouldn't be stored on an SD card in a phone.
Keep your SD card data stable to minimize loss risk. If possible, make it read-only for safety. Usually, the utility scans your device for missing files and folders, then processes them over time. It shows a list of recoverable files, and you choose which one to try. Recovery success varies based on several factors and can influence how long it takes to restore data. Occasionally, some files may be irrecoverable no matter what. Remember, backups are essential for important information. Good luck!
Absolutely not, just select the drive linked to the card. Android offers several methods for handling SD cards, including "merged storage," which combines both internal space and the card into a single unit that can't be accessed separately. It's likely the card data is encrypted, so only the phone can read it. It seems the card was probably encrypted, and during an update the decryption key might have been lost.