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Apple Settlement Website Opens for Siri AI Delayed-Launch Claims

Eligible iPhone owners can now file claims for up to $95 each from Apple's $250 million false-advertising settlement through December 21.

What to know

  • Apple's settlement website is now open for eligible iPhone owners to claim $25–$95 each for the false advertising of delayed Siri AI features.
  • Claims must be filed between September 21 and December 21, 2026; final approval and payments are not expected until after February 24, 2027.
  • Siri AI finally launched in June 2026 at WWDC as a beta feature on iPhone 15 Pro and newer, more than a year after Apple's initial preview.

“The exact payment may be higher or lower than $25 depending on the total number of valid claims submitted and other factors, with the maximum amount set at $95.”

Settlement terms, Class action settlement · MacRumors ↗

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Apple Settlement Website Opens for Siri AI Delayed-Launch Claims
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  1. upcoming

    Final approval hearing scheduled — A final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for February 24, 2027. Payments to customers are not expected to begin until after this date.

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    Settlement website goes live; claim period opens

    The settlement website became available on September 21, 2026. Eligible customers can file claims through December 21, 2026. Each eligible claim receives an estimated $25 per device, with the amount potentially increasing to $95 if total claims fall below expected levels. To qualify, customers must have purchased eligible iPhone models in the U.S. between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025.

    “to stay focused on delivering the most innovative products and services to our users…”
    — Apple, Company statement on settlement · source
    1. first by Mastodon, 2d ago · also 9to5Mac, The Verge, ZDNet, Quartz, Tom's Guide, LiveNOW from FOX +5

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    2. first by PennLive, 2d ago · also The Hill, Mercury News, LA Times, MassLive, The Oregonian

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    • If you own one of several newer iPhone models, you may now be eligible to submit a claim in a $250 million settlement over Apple's AI system.

      @KTLAX2d ago130▲view on X ↗
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    • PSA: if you're in the US and bought an iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max or any iPhone 16 as the original owner between June 2024 and March 2025, there's a class action settlement and you can probably get like $25 for filling out a form: https:// smartphoneaisettlement.com

      thomasfuchs@hachyderm.ioMastodon2d ago11▲view on Mastodon ↗
    • SuffolkLITLab@esq.social

      TL;DR: Eligible iPhone owners can now claim part of Apple's $250 million settlement over allegations of unmet AI expectations with Siri. This payout opportunity applies to those who purchased specific iPhone models within the designated timeframe. https://www. theverge.com/tech/998191/apple -siri-ai-iphone-16-class-action-lawsuit-settlement # law…

      SuffolkLITLab@esq.socialMastodon2d agoview on Mastodon ↗
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  3. background

    Apple announces Siri AI at WWDC 2026 — Apple finally launched Siri AI features at its annual developer conference. The feature is available on iPhone 15 Pro models and newer running iOS 27, though it remains designated as a beta feature despite iOS 27 no longer being in beta.

  4. background

    Apple agrees to $250 million settlement — Apple settled the class action lawsuit for $250 million, denying all allegations but agreeing to the settlement to avoid trial costs and risks. Apple stated it settled "to stay focused" on "delivering the most innovative products and services to our users."

  5. background

    Apple delays launch of personalized Siri, triggering lawsuit — Apple postponed the rollout of the personalized Siri features it had promoted, leading to a class action lawsuit alleging false advertising.

  6. background

    Apple previews Siri capabilities powered by Apple Intelligence — Apple showcased new Siri features including personal context understanding, on-screen awareness, and deeper per-app controls. The company advertised these capabilities in product presentations, on its website, in a TV commercial with actor Bella Ramsey, and elsewhere.

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