• d3Xt3r@lemmy.nz
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    1 year ago

    I asked ChatGPT to provide a proper summary and conclusion:

    Using a microSD card on Android in 2023 is somewhat different from the past. Here’s a summary based on the provided article:

    1. Availability: It’s rare to find high-end Android phones with expandable storage in 2023. However, some midrange, budget phones, and a few high-end models like Sony’s Xperia still support it.

    2. Basic Experience:
    - Inserting a microSD prompts notifications for exploring or ejecting the card.
    - Stock Android uses the Google Files app to view card contents.

    3. Storage Type:

    • Portable Storage:
      • Treated as removable storage.
      • Files can be freely transferred between devices.
      • Not encrypted.
    • Internal Storage:
      • Treated as secondary internal storage.
      • Files and apps appear as if they’re stored internally.
      • Encrypted, not easily transferable to another device.
      • Requires a faster microSD card.

    4. Storing Apps and Games:

    • Can move some apps/games to the microSD card after installing them on internal storage.
    • Depends on developer settings and phone’s interface.
    • For performance, demanding games should remain on internal storage.

    5. Photos and Videos:

    • Most phones allow saving directly to the microSD card.
    • Third-party camera apps vary in this support.

    6. Offline Storage in Streaming Apps:

    • Many streaming apps let users save offline content to the microSD card.

    7. File Systems:

    • Android supports both FAT32 and exFAT.
    • FAT32 is more universally compatible but has a 4GB file size limitation.
    • exFAT supports larger files but might not be supported by all devices.

    In conclusion, while using a microSD card on Android in 2023 remains fundamentally similar to past years, the nuances regarding formatting, app/game storage, and device compatibility have evolved. As always, it’s essential to understand your phone’s capabilities and needs before making decisions regarding microSD card usage.

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      1 year ago

      I asked ChatGPT

      Thank you for leading with this. No disrespect to you personally, but I’m not interested in reading what an LLM has to say.

      • snooggums@kbin.social
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        1 year ago

        “I asked ChatGPT” sounds like “My comment was subcontracted to someone who works for peanuts.”