Here are the main reasons why you should avoid using getApplicationContext() in Android development:
1. Limited Lifecycle
The Application context returned by getApplicationContext() has a longer lifecycle than an Activity or Fragment context. It exists for the entire duration of the app process, even if all activities are destroyed. This can lead to memory leaks if you hold onto references to the Application context in places where it outlives the intended scope.
2. No Lifecycle Callbacks
Unlike Activity and Fragment, the Application class does not have lifecycle callbacks like onCreate(), onStart(), onResume(), etc. This makes it harder to properly manage resources and subscriptions tied to the Application context.
3. Lack of Configuration Changes
When the device configuration changes (e.g. screen rotation, language change), Activity and Fragment instances are recreated, but the Application instance persists. T...
