Recovering Lost Photos from Your Galaxy S24 Ultra: Tips and Insights

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where, after transferring files from your device, you realized that your cherished photos are nowhere to be found? This happened to me recently while moving images from my Galaxy S24 Ultra to my computer, and I’m reaching out to the community for help.

During the transfer process, I opted for the cut and paste method to relocate several folders from my mobile device’s internal storage directly to my PC’s hard drive. I attempted to manage this by doing it in batches, believing that the transfers would queue properly. Unfortunately, while some folders transferred without a hitch, others disappeared without a trace, leaving me in dismay as those photos are now completely gone from my phone.

In my quest to retrieve those lost images, I have already tried several methods:

1. Recovery Software: I used five different recovery tools, including popular options like DiskDigger and Dr.Fone. Regrettably, none provided the results I hoped for.

2. Recycle Bin Check: I diligently checked my trash and recycle bin, but to no avail—there was nothing there.

3. Rooting the Device: I am contemplating rooting my phone using Magisk to gain complete access to its internal partitions, which might offer me the chance to recover these lost files.

4. Forensic Tools Exploration: Additionally, I’m considering the possibility of utilizing forensic Software such as Autopsy or PhotoRec to delve deeper into the internal memory in hopes of recovering what I’ve lost.

I’m reaching out to see if anyone else has experienced a similar situation. Did you manage to successfully recover your photos? Is the process of rooting the Galaxy S24 Ultra a viable option, or would you recommend exploring another avenue?

Any insights, experiences, or advice would be immensely appreciated as I navigate through this frustrating ordeal. Thank you in advance for your help! 🙏