Omantel, the first provider of integrated telecommunications services in the sultanate, has announced the launch of a direct carrier billing service with Google, to make it easier for Android users to purchase apps, games and digital content on their devices.
With the introduction of direct carrier billing with Google, customers can now perform any online purchase transaction through the Google Play Store by paying for their purchases via their mobile phone balance without using their credit cards.
Direct carrier billing allows users of select mobile operators to pay for digital content on Google Play by billing purchases to their mobile accounts - postpaid or prepaid. Customers interested in accessing Omantel Google Play Direct Carrier Billing (DCB), must visit ‘Account’ in Google Play settings, proceed to ‘Payment Method’ and ‘Enable Carrier Billing’. They can then enter their name, address and mobile number for billing, and then click ‘Accept’. Once accepted, they will be able to view the carrier billing option for payment, and start purchasing with 'Omantel Billing'.
Saleh Mahmood al Maimani, senior manager, Product Development Consumer at Omantel’s Consumer Business Unit, said, “Omantel is pleased to launch the direct carrier billing service with Google. This initiative is part of the strategy to use resources, and capabilities to enhance digital access for its customers.