Buying Android apps

Singapore
November 28, 2012 7:43pm CST
Android apps are quite affordable and I've been pondering about upgrading an app that I've tried. I'm just wondering if I bought an app, can I use the app indefinitely? Is there a time limit for the use of the app? Does anyone know?
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• Philippines
1 Dec 12
Although android technology is famous these days, there are some good applications that the android market is offering. However, some might find it inconvenient to buy those types of apps because it will cost them some charges in their network provider. Although they are somewhat costly, there is still an alternative to get android applications for free. Sites like mobile9 and mobileheart are free to download sites for android and other cell phone applications. These sites offers a variety of free based android and non-android applications on various phone carriers/brands the best part, you can get it for free. However, you need to think twice before downloading any applications on free sites. Because some of its contributors/sharers might give you an application that will not work on your phone carrier and worse, might give your viruses. So I suggest before downloading, you should check first the provider’s comments on some applications.
@youless (112123)
• Guangzhou, China
29 Nov 12
I have never bought Android apps before because most of them are free of charge. So if you buy the Android apps which need to be paid, then I supposed you shall have a very good service after that. Such as you can upgrade it forever for free. And there shall not be a limitation for your apps.
• Thailand
1 Dec 12
Yep, free upgrade for ever! Not to mention that if you are lucky to stay inside about 5 of the countries that Amazon Appstore are available then there will be free apps available daily which came from paid apps. - Free for limited time! Enjoy your phone! :D
• Singapore
3 Dec 12
Most people like me won't think about paying for an app which we can get for free. But I really like this particular app and since I'm using it every day, it's worth it for me to buy it especially it's priced so low; only USD2.05. I'm glad to hear that there will be free upgrades in the future for apps that are purchased. I've done the upgrades that the app developer did a few times so I know that upgrades are free. But I didn't know about getting free apps from paid apps.
@kingparker (9673)
• United States
29 Nov 12
I never made purchase of app through my phone. I rather choose the apps are free for download, rather I have to pay for them, that is not worth it. I don't use those apps quite often, so I won't know if they have life time guarantee, or you might have to pay extra later in time. I hope that you would like your apps, and it is useful to you.
• Singapore
3 Dec 12
I normally look for free apps to download but this particular app is one that I use every day and all day so I thought that it would be worth it to buy the app as a show of my appreciation to the app developer as well as to have an expanded version of the service. It's totally worth it for the amount I'm paying. It's only USD2.05 so it didn't really break the bank.
@akp100 (13640)
• India
14 Dec 12
Hello I have just go for android smart phone, before than this I was using Apple iphone. So far having good experience. About purchasing app, so far I haven't purchased any app. Just filling my phone with free apps, and they are good too. About purchased apps, you can use them forever. You can upgrade them to new version without any cost. Once you paid for them you will have them forever with whatever upgrade their give. And you are right, they all are quite cheap.
• India
29 Nov 12
hello,yes you can use any paid app indefinitely,there is no time limit for paid apps.further more if any update is available after your purchase you can update your app for free because you already paid for that app now every upcoming update will be free for you.I suggest you buy that app if like it you would not regret.hope this help.good luck
• Singapore
3 Dec 12
Yes, faraz, you've been very helpful with this information. I'm glad to hear that bought apps can be used indefinitely. I thought that should be the case but when my daughter asked me if I have to pay a monthly fee to use the app, I became a little worried so I asked this question here. I know that many myLot members are very knowledgeable so I'm assured that I will get the answer that I'm seeking. I really love the app and since it's priced so low, I have no regret purchasing it. It's really a wonderful app.