Vodafone-using Android fans are getting some excellent news today with the network becoming the first in the UK and Germany to launch over-the-air direct operator payment options for Android. Vodafone users can now have their app purchases added straight to their mobile bill instead of fiddling with Google Checkout and credit card details.
Here’s Vodafone’s summary of the new tool:
“Vodafone UK and Vodafone Germany will help consumers purchase their favourite apps and games on Android Market with ease. This will give direct access to millions of Android users who can now charge their Android Market purchases straight to their phone bills.
According to Vodafone, the service will “initially be available” to users who bought phones through its online and physical stores adding that it “greatly improves” the likelihood of buyers completing their purchases.
[via eurodroid]