Here's why Google Photos uploads for some aren't counting against account storage - Android Police
Yes, Google is rolling out the policy gradually, meaning that not all users immediately lost the ability to upload unlimited media to Photos for free.
This is exactly why some of us have managed to not move the storage counter despite uploading additional images and videos.
However, know that this treat is short-lived, as sooner or later your account will also be enveloped by the new policy — pray you're a part of the last batch of users.