Apple has agreed to a $250m settlement over claims it misled customers about AI features on the iPhone 15 and 16. Eligible buyers can file a claim online by December 2026.
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01Summary
- 01The settlement covers iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max and all iPhone 16 models bought between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025.
- 02Payouts are expected to be between $25 and $95 per eligible device, with about 36 million customers potentially qualifying.
- 03The court granted preliminary approval on July 17, 2025, and moved the final approval date to February 24, 2027.
- 04Claims must be submitted at SmartphoneAISettlement.com by December 21, 2026.
- 05The lawsuit alleged Apple's ads promised advanced Siri AI features that were not available at launch.
02Why it matters
If you bought a new iPhone expecting AI features that were advertised but delayed, you could receive a cash payout without any legal costs.
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