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Indianapolis Star
5 days ago
- Indianapolis Star
Time is running out for Apple lawsuit claims. How to file. How much money could you get?
Time is running out to apply and receive part of a $95 million class action lawsuit settlement, after Apple's voice assistant, Siri, was accused of spying on users. Users who have owned an Apple device since 2014 have until Wednesday, July 2, to be eligible to receive part of the class action lawsuit. The lawsuit, Lopez v. Apple, was filed in a California federal court in 2021 by users who allege that their private conversations were being recorded by their Apple devices after they unintentionally activated Siri. Although a settlement has been reached, Apple has denied the allegations made in the complaint, according to the legal notice obtained by USA TODAY. "If you owned or purchased a Siri-enabled device and experienced an unintended Siri activation during a confidential or private communication between Sept. 17, 2014, and Dec. 31, 2024, you should read this Notice as it may impact your legal rights," the legal notice states. According to the legal notice, the following are Siri-enabled devices: The lawsuit's FAQ page states that a court hearing to approve the settlement is tentatively scheduled for August 1. If the settlement amount is approved, those who claimed devices will receive their share. The lawsuit alleges that people's "confidential or private communications were allegedly obtained by Apple and/or shared with third parties as a result of an unintended Siri activation." Siri, a voice assistant activated by saying "Hey, Siri," can set reminders, control smart home devices and make recommendations. However, users in the class action lawsuit claim their Apple devices were recording them without their consent and subsequently sending their information to advertisers who used it to target them with online ads. Users claimed they saw ads on their phones for specific brands after discussing them aloud, and others said their devices listened to them without them having said anything at all. The initial lawsuit, filed on March 17, 2021, cites a 2019 article from The Guardian that found Apple's third-party contractors regularly heard confidential information. At the time, Apple said only a small portion of data was shared to help improve Siri and dictation. The eligibility requirements are broad but are open to anyone who has owned or purchased a Siri-enabled device between Sept. 17, 2014, and Dec. 31, 2024. To opt in, you will swear under oath that you experienced an unintended Siri activation while having a private conversation. Check your email inbox for "Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement' in the subject line to see if you received a notice of the lawsuit along with codes to file. Notices were emailed in May 2025. The Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement website allows Apple customers to claim a portion of the settlement. Some users received an email or postcard with a claim identification code and confirmation code that can be used to make the claim. If not, you can still submit a claim online. Payments for each device are capped at $20, but claimants may receive less depending on the total number of claims submitted. Each individual can claim payments for up to five devices, so the maximum payout for each person is $100. For more information, visit or contact Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement Administrator at P.O. Box 6609, 614 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, New Jersey, 08816, 888-981-4106. For questions regarding your claim, provide your Submitted Claim ID listed in your claim form confirmation email and send an email to info@
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
In Apple's $95 million settlement, a payout for users
Apple may owe its various users across the globe some money. In the landmark case against the tech company, Apple's voice assistant Siri and its accidental activations has resulted in private conversations being recorded without consent. While Apple has denied the allegations against it, it agreed to a settlement and now Apple users of Siri-enabled devices may be eligible for a payout. In the 2019 case of Lopez v Apple Inc, it was revealed that Siri would activate without user input and record private and sensitive conversations. As per the lawsuit, this data was then allegedly used by Apple and its partners for personalized and targeted advertising. While Apple has denied the allegations against it, it agreed to a settlement and now Apple users of Siri-enabled devices may be eligible for a payout. Apple stated that it has "never used Siri data to build marketing profiles, never sold it, and never made it available for advertising." Apple settled the case in January 2025. However, users received emails from the company with the subject line 'Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement." As per a report by The Verge, this email was sent to users of Siri-enabled devices and are eligible for the payout. Any Apple user who has owned a Siri-enabled device such as Phone, iPad, Apple Watch, HomePod, or Mac in the United States from September 17, 2014 to December 31, 2024 - is eligible for part of the settlement. In case you did not receive the email but were the owner of a Siri-enabled device during the given time span, users can visit the official website - - and file their claim by July 2, 2025. The final approval hearing is scheduled for August 1, 2025, after which the payouts will be sent based on the court's approval. While some users could receive up to $100, many are expected to get an amount up to $20 per qualifying device due to the large number of participants in the lawsuit.
Hans India
05-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Apple Starts Alerting Users About Siri Lawsuit Settlement Worth $95 Million
Apple has begun informing users about the process for claiming compensation in the recently announced $95 million Siri lawsuit settlement. This settlement stems from allegations that Apple's voice assistant, Siri, recorded private conversations without user consent—an accusation the company denies despite agreeing to the payout. According to a report from AppleInsider, the tech giant has started sending out emails titled 'Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement' to users who may be eligible to receive part of the settlement. Based on Apple's records, the email states that recipients are likely part of the settlement class and may be entitled to compensation. To qualify, individuals must have purchased or owned a Siri-enabled device in the U.S. between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, and believe that Siri may have recorded their private conversations without permission. Eligible users can claim up to $20 per Siri-enabled device, for a maximum of five devices, potentially receiving up to $100. However, the final payout may be lower depending on how many people file claims. The deadline to submit a claim is July 2, 2025. Users can file claims either online or by mail. Those who received the email will find a Claim ID and Confirmation Code, which are necessary for submission. Users who didn't receive a code but believe they qualify can still apply by following the alternate instructions provided in the settlement notice. There is also an option to object to or opt out of the settlement by the same July 2 deadline. The final court hearing to approve the settlement is scheduled for August 1, 2025. While Apple has agreed to the financial terms, it continues to deny any wrongdoing. The official notice emphasises that the settlement does not represent an admission of guilt by the company. This case highlights growing concerns about digital privacy and how tech companies handle sensitive user data, especially when powered by AI and voice recognition technologies.
Phone Arena
05-05-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
Check your inbox: Apple's Siri settlement might owe you up to $100
Apple recently agreed to pay a settlement to a 5-year-old class-action lawsuit. Now, potential members of the lawsuit are being told to apply for their share of the approved $95 million settlement. That is if they owned a device with Siri that could've recorded a private are receiving emails about a "Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement". The email explains that the recipient could be owed money. Now the time for payments has come. The folks at AppleInsider saw the email that is being sent out. The email advises that if the customer is identified as potentially being a member of the settlement class, based on Apple's records, they could be entitled to a payment. The settlement class is basically a current or former owner or buyer of a device that had Siri, and who lives in the US. The customer must also believe their private or confidential communications were obtained by Apple and possibly shared with third parties following an unintended Siri activation. The period is between September 17, 2014 and December 31, 2024. The amount of the settlement is $95 million. But the thing is, that's not that much after the deductions of court-approved attorney fees and expenses, service awards, and the costs for settlement administration and notices. How much each member of the class will get depends on what's left after all these deductions and on how many people apply to the fund. Each person can submit claims for up to five Siri-enabled devices. If the claim is valid, the customer will then receive a pro-rata portion of the net settlement amount, up to a cap of $20 per device. Basically, this means each class member could receive up to $100... but the final figure could be less. If you want to make a claim, you should go to the dedicated website for the settlement. There are forms to be completed and submitted by July 2, 2025. Postal claims can also be submitted, but need to be post-marked by the same date. Instructions about what to provide are also included there, including for people who have not received Notice ID and Confirmation code (those should be in the email, if you received a personalized notice). If the customer doesn't apply, they won't receive an automatic payment. Apple has agreed to settle the lawsuit, but that doesn't mean it has agreed to the allegations. The Cupertino giant denies that it did anything improper or lawsuit started back in 2019, with accusations from people who thought Siri had recorded conversations. Basically, there were claims that following the discussion of products such as Air Jordan or Olive Garden, ads were served to consumers for those products or related ones. In January 2025, Apple agreed to a $95 million settlement.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Apple begins notifying users about Siri lawsuit settlement claims: Report
Apple agreed to pay $95 million to settle a lawsuit that said Siri, its voice assistant, recorded people's private conversations without permission. Users who qualify can get money for up to five Siri-enabled devices. They can get up to $20 for each device, meaning they could receive up to $100 in total. The final amount may be lower depending on how many people apply. According to a report by AppleInsider, mails are being sent out to consumers. The email, seen by the publication, reads 'Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement'. It says that the recipient is identified as potentially being a member of the settlement class, based on Apple's records, and is entitled to receive the patent. To qualify, users must have owned or bought a Siri-enabled device in the U.S. between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, and believe that Siri recorded their private conversations without permission. How to claim To get the money, users must submit a claim by July 2, 2025. Claims can be filed online or by mail. Users will need a Claim ID and Confirmation Code , which would have been sent to them in the notification email, the report states. People who did not get a code but believe they qualify can still apply by following special instructions. Consumers also have the option to object to or opt out of the settlement by the same July 2 deadline. A final court hearing to approve the settlement is set for August 1, 2025. Apple denies allegations While the iPhone-maker has agreed to settle the lawsuit, Apple still denies the allegations. The lawsuit settlement, the company says, is not an admission of guilt or wrongdoing, says the settlement notice. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
