On May 4, Yicai reported that Doubao App's display of a paid subscription service in the Apple App Store prompted an official response from Doubao. The company clarified that it has consistently offered free services, but is also delving into the possibility of introducing additional value-added services to cater to the diverse needs of its user base. At present, the specifics of these plans are still being fine-tuned in the testing phase, and comprehensive details will be shared via official channels once the service is officially launched. It has been learned that the paid features will mainly target complex tasks and scenarios geared towards enhancing productivity, including PPT creation, data analysis, film and television production, among others. Meanwhile, the free version will remain accessible for users' everyday needs.
