How To Get $95 In $250M Phone Settlement: What To Know In CA

CUPERTINO, CA — Owners of roughly 37 million iPhones are eligible to receive up to $95 per device as part of a new $250 million class action settlement.

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in March 2025, alleges that Apple falsely advertised AI enhancements to the iPhone 16 that did not exist, including enhanced Siri capabilities unavailable at the launch. Apple allegedly “saturated the market with deceptive ads” and “deceived millions of consumers into spending hundreds of dollars on a phone they did not need, based on features that do not exist,” according to the lawsuit.

They “would not have purchased the Eligible Devices or would have paid significantly less, had they known Enhanced Siri features were not available,” the filing said.

Apple framed the settlement as a resolution over delayed AI features, and did not admit wrongdoing. “Apple has reached a settlement to resolve claims related to the availability of two additional features. We resolved this matter to stay focused on doing what we do best, delivering the most innovative products and services to our users,” the company said, noting several new AI features now available on Apple platforms.

The settlement will need to be approved by a judge before consumers see any money.

Who’s Eligible?

Anyone who purchased the following devices between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025 is eligible:

• iPhone 16
• iPhone 16e
• iPhone 16 Plus
• iPhone 16 Pro
• iPhone 16 Pro Max
• iPhone 15 Pro
• iPhone 15 Pro Max

How Much Money Could People Receive?

If the settlement is approved, eligible consumers are expected to receive $25 per eligible device, according to filings. Depending on the number of approved claims and other factors, payouts could increase or decrease, though individual payments are capped at $95 per device.

How Do Customers File Claim?

A settlement administrator website that will provide all necessary details is expected within the next few weeks, according to the Clarkson Law Firm. After data is verified, customers will receive email and postal notices directing them to the website. Customers will have 90 days to file after the notice arrives.

The first payouts can be expected sometime around September, according to CNET.