ART (Android Runtime)

Android Runtime (ART) is the system software that enables Android devices to run apps efficiently. It replaces the earlier Dalvik VM by converting app code into a form the device’s hardware can quickly understand and execute. ART performs this conversion ahead of time (during app installation), which makes apps launch faster and run smoother, while also reducing energy consumption. Essentially, ART is like a highly optimized interpreter and compiler that ensures Android apps perform reliably and efficiently on devices.