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Google is working on a new app hibernation feature for Android, which is said to optimize storage on devices by managing app hibernation state. The feature could be available in Android 12, though there is no confirmation as of now. According to a report by XDA Developers, the hibernation feature appeared in the code changes submitted to AOSP (Android Open Source Project). Also Read - Android 12 Developer Preview 2 brings design improvements and new conveniences
The app hibernation system service is said to “manage app hibernation state, a state that apps can enter that means they are not being actively used and can be optimized for storage.” Mishaal Rahman of XDA Developers said in a tweet that the system will clear cache and free up storage if an app is hibernated for a single user of a multi-user device. Also Read - Android 12 Developer Preview: Requirements, How to install and more