The introduction of the Android/media folder is a result of a change in how Android handles media files on external storage. While Android has had a history of handling media files in various folders like DCIM, Pictures, Movies, and Music, the specific Android/media directory within the app's package-specific directory was introduced as part of the Scoped Storage changes. This was a significant shift in storage access, and it was fully implemented starting with Android 10. Prior to this, apps had more broad access to external storage, and the need for a dedicated, app-specific media folder wasn't as critical for security and user privacy.
