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Published 16:26 07 May 2026 GMT
iPhone owners could get up to $95,000,000 from Apple settlement – here’s how to get in on payout
iPhone users may be eligible for payments of up to $95 under a proposed $250 million settlement tied to allegations that Apple overstated the capabilities of Siri’s AI-powered features, according to a recent court filing.
The class-action lawsuit, filed in California’s Northern District federal court on behalf of U.S. consumers, accuses Apple of misleading buyers by advertising “Enhanced Siri features” that were allegedly unavailable at the time customers purchased their devices.
The tech giant has "reached a settlement to resolve claims" according to spokesperson
Court documents show the complainants are pursuing a $250 million settlement, which could become one of the largest legal payouts involving Apple if approved by a judge.
In a statement to CBS News, an Apple spokesperson said: “Apple has reached a settlement to resolve claims related to the availability of two additional features.”
The spokesperson added: “We resolved this matter to stay focused on doing what we do best, delivering the most innovative products and services to our users.”
The lawsuit was originally brought by Clarkson Law firm, which described the agreement as offering “timely relief to tens of millions of consumers nationwide.”
The proposed settlement would apply to customers who purchased an iPhone 16 model, iPhone 15 Pro, or iPhone 15 Pro Max between June 2024 and March 2025. According to the filing, around 37 million iPhone users could qualify.
How can eligible consumers claim their fee?
Eligible consumers are expected to receive notifications either by email or standard mail explaining how to submit a claim. The court filing also states that a social media and online campaign will direct people to the settlement website and provide eligibility information.
Under the proposal, qualifying users would initially receive $25 per eligible device. However, the amount may rise or fall depending on how many claims are filed and other settlement-related factors.
The filing notes that payments “will not exceed $95 per device.”
Claim submission details have not yet been announced. Clarkson Law Firm said on its website that a dedicated settlement portal containing more information should launch “in a few weeks.”
According to the court filing, the future website “will include all necessary information to learn about the settlement” and will also provide a phone number for consumer questions.