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Apple's $250M AI iPhone Settlement Moves Forward. Find Out If You're Eligible to Collect
Apple has reached a preliminary court settlement of $250 million concerning claims that it misled customers about AI capabilities in iPhone 15 and 16 models. Customers who purchased affected devices between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025, may receive payouts ranging from $25 to $95. The court approved the settlement terms, moving it to the next phase, with an expected payout process starting after September 2026.
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Published 23 Jul 2026, 18:15 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Apple settled a lawsuit agreeing to pay $250 million.
- Claims involved misleading advertising about AI features.
- Eligible customers can claim between $25 and $95.
- Preliminary approval from the court has been granted.
- Approximately 36 million customers may qualify for payouts.
Interesting facts
- The lawsuit accuses Apple of saturating the market with deceptive advertisements.
- The payout process includes verification and notification phases before compensation.
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