AI apps on Google Play can now charge a prepaid balance that refills itself. Here's how it works and what to watch.
Google Play launched Usage-Based Billing on Sept. 29, a prepaid metered option aimed at AI apps.
You load a balance, the app draws it down as you use it, and it can top up automatically below a set threshold.
Multi-seat subscriptions, mixed carts with one-time credits and cross-developer bundles are also coming.
Cancel-screen discounts, cheaper-plan suggestions and winback offers are part of the same overhaul.
Metered pricing is fairer, but set a low refill amount or turn auto top-up off until Google adds clear caps.
Google Play Will Let AI Apps Bill You Like a Utility. Watch the Auto Top-Up