Apple's $250 million class-action settlement paves way for payouts to iPhone owners
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Key Points:
- Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit accusing the company of falsely marketing Apple Intelligence technologies, specifically enhanced Siri features, that were alleged not to exist at the time of advertising.
- The settlement offers payouts of up to $95 per eligible iPhone device purchased between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025, covering approximately 37 million devices including iPhone 15 and 16 models.
- Plaintiffs claimed Apple violated consumer protection laws by promoting AI enhancements in Siri that were either non-existent or misrepresented, leading consumers to buy iPhones based on these claims.
- Apple maintained that its advertisements were not misleading, stating that Apple Intelligence features were disclosed as evolving over time and that many features were successfully delivered, with consumers purchasing iPhones for various reasons.
- An Apple spokesperson confirmed the settlement, emphasizing the company’s focus on innovation and privacy, and noting that the settlement resolves claims related to the availability of two additional features.
