How you can get a slice of Apple's $250M iPhone settlement
Fox Business • • business
Key Points:
- Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement to resolve claims that it misled consumers about artificial intelligence features, specifically enhanced Siri capabilities, that were not available at the launch of certain iPhone models.
- The settlement covers approximately 37 million iPhones sold in the U.S. between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025, including iPhone 16 models and iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, with eligible users potentially receiving $25 to $95 per device.
- Plaintiffs alleged Apple marketed advanced "Apple Intelligence" features that did not exist at the time of sale, leading consumers to pay a premium for delayed capabilities, with estimated damages exceeding $2 billion.
- Apple denied wrongdoing but settled to avoid prolonged litigation, emphasizing it has since introduced numerous AI features across its platforms with privacy protections.
- The settlement requires court approval, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for June, and users must submit claims verifying their purchase and expectations regarding the enhanced Siri features.
