From Google 8 Dec. I wonder what's next :think: ...

"Hello from Google,

Here's some important news about Google Apps—but don't worry, there's no need for you to take any action. We just want you to know that we're making a change to the packages we offer.

Starting today, we're no longer accepting new sign-ups for the free version of Google Apps (the version you're currently using). Because you're already a customer, this change has no impact on your service, and you can continue to use Google Apps for free.

Should you ever want to upgrade to Google Apps for Business, you'll enjoy benefits such as 24/7 customer support, a 25 GB inbox, business controls, our 99.9% uptime guarantee, unlimited users and more for just $5 per user, per month".

IIRC it's still free for personal use or by the smaller businesses.

And it's now called Google drive

IIRC it's still free for personal use or by the smaller businesses.

Not any more, that's exactly what this news bulletin is about. No more free signups for anyone (except maybe education), but anyone who has a free account can keep it.

And it's now called Google drive

Google Drive is a renamed Google Docs, which is only one Google product that you got as part of the Apps suite.

Exactly. Free Google Apps is no longer on offer.