Apple Begins Payouts in $95 Million Siri Privacy Settlement
Apple has started distributing payments to eligible iPhone users as part of a major $95 million class-action settlement. The lawsuit centred on allegations that Siri recorded conversations without user consent.
Key Details of the Payout
- Payment Amounts: Some users report receiving up to $349, with a minimum payout around $92.17.
- Distribution Method: Payments are being sent via electronic transfer.
- Eligibility: The settlement covers U.S. iPhone users who owned an iPhone 6s or later model with Siri enabled between July 26, 2015, and January 31, 2022.
Background of the Lawsuit
Filed in 2019, the lawsuit alleged Apple violated California’s Invasion of Privacy Act. Plaintiffs claimed Siri recordings, made without knowledge or consent, captured sensitive personal information including medical appointments, addresses, and private conversations.
Apple denied wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement in 2022. Beyond the financial compensation, the company committed to revising Siri’s privacy settings and data handling protocols.
The case highlights ongoing in the tech industry regarding voice assistant data collection.
