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iPhone AI Promises Spark $250M Payout
24 Jul
Summary
- Apple agreed to a $250 million settlement over AI features.
- Eligible iPhone buyers may receive $25 to $95 per device.
- Court granted preliminary approval of the settlement terms.
Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement in a false advertising lawsuit related to its iPhone 16 and certain iPhone 15 models. The settlement addresses claims that Apple misled customers about the availability of advanced AI features, such as an enhanced Siri. These promised capabilities were not present at the devices' launch, with initial features rolling out weeks later via iOS 18.1.
Customers who purchased eligible iPhones between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025, could receive between $25 and $95 per device. The court granted preliminary approval for the settlement on July 17, 2026, moving the case to its next phase. A settlement administrator will notify eligible customers via email and postal mail once the settlement website is created.
Payments are anticipated to begin sometime after September 2026, following the finalization of settlement details and any potential objections or extensions. This timeline accounts for data verification, a 45-day notice period for consumers, and a 60-day window for claim payments.
