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Judge Dismisses Most Claims in AirPods Max Condensation Lawsuit
Key points
- Judge Merchant dismissed claims under New York law with prejudice.
- Only one user's claim under Washington law will proceed.
- The ruling emphasizes minimal quality standards for products.
Background on the Lawsuit
Following the December 2020 release of AirPods Max, users reported condensation within the ear cups under normal usage conditions, such as exercise or watching movies. Complaints included connectivity issues and degraded sound quality attributed to moisture affecting the speaker drivers.
Judge's Ruling on Claims
Judge Orelia E. Merchant dismissed most claims in the proposed class-action lawsuit, specifically all claims from plaintiff Arthur Apicella, citing that New York’s implied warranty does not require perfection in products. This ruling means Apicella cannot refile his claims regarding consumer protection and warranty violations.
Surviving Claims and Next Steps
Dustin Amundson's claims are allowed to proceed, specifically those based on Washington state's implied warranty of merchantability and federal warranty laws. He has until August 5 to request the revival of additional consumer-protection claims, with a response from Apple due by September 4.
Implications for Apple
This legal decision significantly narrows the scope of the class-action lawsuit against Apple, potentially reducing litigation risk surrounding the condensation allegations. Apple has not acknowledged any widespread defect, and the outcome may influence consumer perceptions of product reliability.
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Reporting from
A Brooklyn federal judge dismissed most claims in a class-action lawsuit regarding condensation defects in Apple's AirPods Max. This ruling narrows the ongoing legal battle, allowing one user's claim under Washington state law to proceed while rejecting others under New York law.