Read, Digital Desk : Apple has acknowledged settling the Privacy Class Action Lawsuit involving Siri for the sum of $95 million. The lawsuit alleged Apple recorded users during the unintended interaction with Siri due to verbal cues without the users’ consent which was filed in 2019. The settlement applies to all appropriate users within the United States who possess Siri-enabled devices.
Apple’s Response
In the case Lopez et al v. Apple Inc, the plaintiffs argued that Apple alias ‘A’ used ad targeted profiling generated from Command and Control over Accidental Audio Command that had no intent of being activated. Apple refused all allegations claiming she did not misuse her services but later agreed to a subpoena on the condition of not selling Siri data. Apparently, it was determined that no marketing profiling was generated. Siri data was never sold nor used to create marketing profiles. The company asserted the settlement does not equal guilt but indicates all responsibility has been lifted.
Settlement Agreement Details
A stipulation included in the compensation criteria states that an applicant is eligible if they owned a device with Siri capability from September 17, 2014 up until the end date of December 31, 2024 which features:
IpHones, Ipads, Ipod Touches
Apple Watches
Macbook and Imac
Apple TV
HomePod
U.S. Residents
Emphasis is placed on, if in fact Siri was triggered by accident during private discussions on the device(s).
Payout Details and Limits
Users can receive up to $20 for each qualifying device, with each individual being capped at five devices. This totals to a maximum potential payout of $100 for an individual. Nonetheless, the total payout may be subject to change based on the number of claimants.
How to Submit a Claim
The claims portal was opened on May 8, and users are able to enter their details until July 2, 2025. A subsequent hearing is planned for August 1, 2025, at which point payments will likely be dispensed.
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