topic Re: FAT vs exFAT in Other/General

FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 02:05:26 GMT

My old Samsung S3 already supported exFAT where I can save more than 4GB files on memory card. Can I know why T2 Ultra despite newer model and with OS 4.4.2 unable to save file larger than 4GB? Something wrong right?

Pls propose solution. Thks.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

_alexdon_ — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 07:57:43 GMT

You cannot use exFAT? Some users in SP section said they were able to use exFAT for the SD cards.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 12:23:52 GMT

Hi Alex, I can confirm the following all cannot work:

- Ext USB NTFS > Memory card damaged, please reformat.

- Ext USB exFAT > Memory card damaged, please reformat.

- Int SDCard NTFS > Memory card damaged, please reformat.

- Int SDCard exFAT > Memory card damaged, please reformat.

KitKat 4.4.2

I am stuck with FAT32. My SDCard however, able to store up to 64GB data though (59GB+).

I know this is Android's problem. But if Sony cannot work around the problem, I am afraid I will not commit further on assessories.

Can I revert back to JB 4.0??

Re: FAT vs exFAT

_alexdon_ — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 12:36:34 GMT

NTFS won't work at all.You can revert back but not officially.You have to head over XDA,look for 4.3 ftf file and a flashtool.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 12:45:27 GMT

T2U is half useless to me if I cannot load my movies... that's why I need a large screen in the first place.

Can I load SDFIX app and install permanently? I read the process is pretty easy and straight forward, but risk voiding warranty.

Pls comment, thks.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

_alexdon_ — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 12:50:03 GMT

You need a rooted device for SDfix to work.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 12:56:20 GMT

Can I do a factory reset and bring me back to old Android?

Re: FAT vs exFAT

_alexdon_ — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 13:02:56 GMT

http://forum.xda-developers.com/t2-ultra

See here,you just need a flashtool and a ftf file as I said.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 15:02:23 GMT

XDA has got the essential files removed. Anyway i have decided to downgrade my OS this weekend. i have found instructions from here:

2. how to install the newest Android 4.3 for Sony XPERIA T2 Ultra D5303
a) first of all, check your firmware version (if you already have the newest one, you do not need this tutorial)
b) download and install latest Flashtool from here (mirrors One Drive or Mega)
c) download also latest Android 4.3 (mirrors One Drive or Mega) for Sony XPERIA T2 Ultra
d) paste the ftf file downloaded in step c) to folder „Firmware“ included in the XPERIA Flashtool
e) open the XPERIA Flashtool, click on flash and choose downloaded firmware, than click ok. Important - if you do not want to delete any data of your phone, just uncheck flashing userdata.sin file. All data will remain in your phone, but sometimes it can cause additional troubles. So it is better (and I recommend that) to do the backup of your personal data, than proceed with clean instalation and then restore your personal data.
f) turn off your phone and when Flashtool shows pop up window, connect phone to PC with holding volume down button
g) after few minutes all is done and your phone gets the new firmware

and the data files here:

https://onedrive.live.com/?cid=c7aab5dc6319f04a&id=C7AAB5DC6319F04A%21120&mkt=en-SG

Thanks Alex, and well done Google. Your reputation tarnished in an instant. It will take you many many years to rebuild, believe me.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

_alexdon_ — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 19:31:14 GMT

I am sorry but at least you can use your device as you wish now.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 15:08:29 GMT

Hi Alex,

One question before my D-Day.

There are 2 buttons on the "Flashtool" software. [Lightning] and [BLU]. I can flash my phone successfully without touching the [BLU] correct? I read if click [BLU] warranty will void too.

Pls help me confirm, thks.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

_alexdon_ — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 21:42:25 GMT

BLU = Bootloader unlock (hope I am correct) and yes,according to many sources it will void warranty.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 18:00:29 GMT

Re-flashed done, saga concluded.

Regretted this switch from S3 to T2U. All JB 4.2 and 4.3 cannot support exFAT, KK 4.4 cannot support exFAT.

Meaning all newer Android phones can no longer save and watch movies on local storage (>4.3GB).

Should have considered the older Samsung 5.x inch running ICS 4.0 or 4.1.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

_alexdon_ — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 22:09:23 GMT

Strange,I am sure a staff member confirmed Z2 supporting exFAT on 4.4.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

Thommo — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 22:40:25 GMT

Use a free program called Guiformat on your Pc to format any size SD card to FAT32 and it will work and be recognised as the size the card is

Re: FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 04:04:55 GMT

Alex/Thommo,

We are talking about T2 Ultra, somehow the 4.4.2 is not the same and exFAT cannot work. Same for 4.3 ori stock ROM.

The capacity of storage is irrelevant, it is the saving of >4GB files that is of concern. FAT32 formatted USB pen drive cannot save a 5GB file, Windows 8.1 stopped the copying upfront. I can only save many smaller files and fill up my 64GB SDCard.

Re: FAT vs exFAT

_alexdon_ — Sat, 09 Aug 2014 09:59:19 GMT

You should have a chat with a staff member:

http://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Welcome/Community-users/m-p/634967

Re: FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Wed, 20 Aug 2014 13:29:39 GMT

I just discovered Samsung Tab S 8.4 running KK 4.4.2, can support exFAT USB OTG. Why T2 Ultra KK 4.4.2 unable??

It seems not KK problem but Sony's problem. Dear Mr. Sony can you explain why the bias?

Re: FAT vs exFAT

_alexdon_ — Wed, 20 Aug 2014 21:14:24 GMT

Check with xperia,ask them:

http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/support/contact-us/

Re: FAT vs exFAT

SS19 — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 02:23:05 GMT

Sorry Alex, I have given up hope to beat around the bush further. Seriously do you think something would be done? I think my complaint will just add to the statistics.

As customers, we normally seek the easier way out of retreat instead of pushing hard for solution if initial attempt failed.

I have given Sony a chance after so many years, but your technology vision diverge with my requirements.

I have bought Samsung Tab S to watch movie. Now thinking how to get rid of my 6" slab to downgrade to a smaller one that fits the pocket better.

As for the rest interested in this topic, I can confirm with you Samsung Tab S 10.5 with latest KK 4.4.2 can support USB OTG formatted with exFAT. I dumbed all my VOB movie files into a 128GB USB and play them directly from external storage.

My problem is now solved. Thank you all.