Apple has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a class action lawsuit brought by iPhone owners who felt misled by promotional campaigns about Siri’s artificial intelligence capabilities. The agreement covers tens of millions of American consumers who purchased specific models between June 2024 and March 2025. The company did not admit wrongdoing, but accepted compensation to resolve the dispute. Court approval is still required for the agreement to officially enter into force.
Quais iPhone models receive compensation
Apenas owners of iPhones released with the ability to run Apple Intelligence, the company’s suite of artificial intelligence tools, are eligible to receive compensation. The May 5 court document specifies the models covered by the agreement and the purchase period that qualifies the consumer.
The iPhones that fall under the class action are:
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 16 Plus
- iPhone 16 Pro
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
Consumidores who purchased these models between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025 can request compensation. Older Modelos are not included in the deal. Apple will create a website with complete information about the process after the judge’s signature, making it easier for consumers to access application instructions.
Valores compensation per device
Cada eligible owner will receive a minimum of $25 per device purchased during the specified period. The maximum value can reach US$95 per device, varying depending on the total number of requests and other factors considered in the calculation. Consumidores who purchased multiple eligible iPhones as part of family plans will be able to receive payments for multiple devices simultaneously, multiplying their individual compensation.
Após deductions for attorneys’ fees and administrative expenses, the $250 million will be distributed among qualified claimants. Similar Acordos in the technology sector often result in individual payments under $50 after these deductions, making this settlement one of the largest involving false consumer technology advertising in recent years.
Why Apple was sued
In 2024, during the launch of the iPhone 16, Apple announced a significantly smarter and more conversational Siri, promising advanced artificial intelligence features that would revolutionize the user experience. The company highlighted the sophisticated capabilities that would come with the new models. Contudo, iPhone owners continue to wait for the launch of Siri with more advanced artificial intelligence technology that was promised in the promotional campaigns.
The delay in delivering the announced resources generated widespread dissatisfaction among consumers who felt deceived by the unfulfilled promises. Várias class action lawsuits were filed against Apple during this waiting period. The actions were later unified into a single process, which culminated in the current agreement. Current projections indicate that an improved version of Siri, possibly integrated with Google Gemini technology, will be presented at WWDC 2026 in June.
Como request compensation
Após after court approval of the settlement, Apple will create a dedicated page with detailed instructions for eligible iPhone owners to request their compensation. The sign-up process is generally straightforward, only requiring proof of device purchase during the specified period. Consumidores must properly document their transactions to facilitate validation of eligibility.
The agreement represents an important milestone in corporate responsibility in artificial intelligence campaigns, reflecting growing concern about false advertising in the consumer technology sector. The decision signals that manufacturers must fulfill promises made in promotional campaigns about artificial intelligence capabilities, or face significant legal consequences.
