Eligible U.S. iPhone owners can now file claims in Apple’s $250 million class action settlement regarding allegations that the company failed to deliver promised AI updates for Siri on time. According to the settlement details, US residents who purchased an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or any iPhone 16 model between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025, are eligible to receive payouts estimated between $25 and $95 per device.
The lawsuit alleged that Apple created misleading consumer expectations by previewing AI capabilities at WWDC 2024 that did not ship alongside the launch of the iPhone 16 line. Apple delayed the upgraded Siri features until the release of iOS 27, while continuing to market the devices as built for Apple Intelligence. Apple has denied all legal wrongdoing.
Impacted consumers must submit their contact details and device serial numbers on the official settlement portal prior to the December 21, 2026 deadline.
Why it matters
Establishes legal financial liabilities for Big Tech firms overpromising AI feature timelines during product marketing cycles.
Highlights the consumer protection risks associated with hardware sold on unreleased software roadmaps.
Source: theverge.com
