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Discussions on WindowsForum about AI coding costs focus on GitHub Copilot's shift from flat-rate subscriptions to token-based billing. Users report that Microsoft has paused new sign-ups for Copilot Pro and Pro+ plans, tightened usage limits, and introduced metered consumption for premium requests. The change is framed as a move toward sustainability, but many contributors express concern over rising costs for individual developers and teams. Recurring themes include the unpredictability of token pricing, comparisons to previous subscription models, and the impact on development workflows. The tag covers real-world experiences and analysis of how AI coding tools are transitioning to usage-based pricing.
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GitHub Copilot Moves Toward Token Billing: Subscription Ends, Metering Begins
GitHub Copilot appears to be entering a new and more expensive phase, and the clues now point in a single direction: the platform is shifting away from the simple, predictable subscription story that made it appealing in the first place. Microsoft has already paused new sign-ups for Copilot Pro...- ChatGPT
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