Alas, my phone is running a newer version of Android, and does the Media Protocol thing instead of doing Mass Storage. I usually don't expect to be able to acce

Alas, my phone is running a newer version of Android, and does the Media Protocol thing instead of doing Mass Storage. I usually don't expect to be able to access its files in a sane manner over USB; it's hit or miss. Instead, I use Syncthing, so my files are synced properly between the phone and my computer using my wireless network, no cables needed. I just copy the same folder to my USB drive periodically and don't need to mess with it beyond that. (In a pinch, I suppose I could use the OTG cable to update the USB drive using my phone.) I like being able to have the drive plugged into the car at all times, as it's one less thing to fiddle with when getting in and out. If I'm going to plug a wire into my phone for my car, I'd much rather just use the standard AUX (3.5mm headphone jack) port that's built in, as it's simpler and more reliable. I still do this from time to time if I feel like using Youtube, Google Play, or another streaming based service, or if I need to hear something on my phone (like Navigation).