Apple's $95 Million Siri Settlement: How to Claim Your Share

In-Depth Analysis

The lawsuit, *Lopez v. Apple*, was filed in a California federal court in 2021, with plaintiffs claiming that their private conversations were recorded by Siri after unintentional activations. They alleged that Apple and third parties obtained and shared these communications, leading to targeted online ads.

Apple denies these allegations, but has agreed to the settlement. The FAQ page for the lawsuit indicates a court hearing to approve the settlement is tentatively scheduled for August 1. If approved, claimants will receive payment.

**How to Claim Your Share:** 1. Visit the Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement website. 2. Submit a claim online before the July 2, 2024 deadline. 3. You may have received an email or postcard with a claim identification code and confirmation code. 4. If not, you can still submit a claim online.

Payments are capped at $20 per device, with a maximum payout of $100 per person (up to five devices).

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FAQ

What devices are eligible for a claim?

iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, MacBooks, iMacs, HomePods, iPod touches, and Apple TVs.

How much money will I get?

Payments are capped at $20 per device, with a maximum payout of $100 per person.

When is the deadline to submit a claim?

July 2, 2024.

Takeaways

If you owned an eligible Apple device between Sept. 17, 2014, and Dec. 31, 2024, file a claim before July 2, 2024.
The maximum payout is $100 per person.
This settlement underscores the importance of being aware of your device's privacy settings.

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