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Apple's $250 Million Siri Settlement Receives Preliminary Judicial Approval
Key points
- Apple's $250 million settlement for Siri/Apple Intelligence delays received preliminary approval.
- The lawsuit alleged Apple marketed AI features that were not yet available.
- Eligible iPhone users who purchased specific models between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025, will be paid.
- Apple denies wrongdoing, stating the settlement allows it to focus on product development.
Settlement Overview
Apple's $250 million class action lawsuit settlement, concerning delays in Siri and Apple Intelligence features, has received preliminary approval from a judge. This development allows the case to move forward in the legal process. The lawsuit was initiated last year, following Apple's announcement of select AI capabilities at WWDC 2024 that were subsequently delayed.
Allegations of Misrepresentation
The lawsuit claimed that Apple promoted and marketed AI capabilities that did not exist at the time of product sale and would not be available for an extended period. Plaintiffs argued that Apple's marketing created "unprecedented excitement" to encourage consumers to upgrade to premium-priced devices based on overstated AI features. Apple agreed to settle in December, denying any wrongdoing, stating its intention to focus on product innovation.
Judicial Approval and Next Steps
Preliminary approval for the settlement proposal was granted by a judge last week, following a hearing on July 8. The judge rejected an argument that the proposed settlement unfairly grouped class members with varying claim values. This approval signifies that the case can now advance to the subsequent stages of the settlement process.
Eligibility for Payouts
The settlement will distribute a portion of the $250 million to affected iPhone users. The eligible class includes individuals who purchased Apple Intelligence-capable iPhone models between June 10, 2024, (when features were announced) and March 29, 2025, (shortly after features were delayed). Affected devices include the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
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A judge has granted preliminary approval for Apple's $250 million class action settlement regarding delayed Siri and Apple Intelligence features. The settlement addresses claims that Apple marketed AI capabilities that were not available at the time of purchase for certain iPhone models. This approval allows the case to proceed to the next stage, with payouts expected for eligible iPhone users.