Apple settles Siri class action with $250 million payout

Apple secured preliminary judicial approval for a $250 million settlement of the class action over Siri’s delayed launch, meaning U.S. owners of certain iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 models could receive payouts ranging from $25 to $95 per device [2].

Settlement details and timeline

Apple agreed to the settlement after a lawsuit alleged false advertising for a personalized Siri version that was delayed until 2025. The court document filed on July 17 confirmed the $250 million figure and outlined that claimants must reside in the United States and have purchased an eligible iPhone between June 10 2024 and March 29 2025 [2]. A settlement website has not yet launched, so Apple has asked affected users to await further instructions before filing claims.

Market implications

The payout caps at $95 per device, a figure that could rise if fewer claims are filed than anticipated, effectively limiting Apple’s exposure while addressing consumer grievances [2]. The settlement arrives as Apple prepares to roll out “Siri AI” at WWDC 2026, with a public beta slated for the upcoming iOS 27 release in September 2026 [2]. By resolving the lawsuit, Apple can focus resources on delivering the new AI features without the distraction of ongoing litigation.

What to watch

• Settlement website launch – the first portal for claim submissions is expected in the coming months.
• iOS 27 release – Apple’s next major OS update in September 2026 will debut the long‑promised Siri AI, testing the impact of the new assistant on user satisfaction.
• Potential follow‑up litigation – monitor whether any class members challenge the payout calculations or seek additional remedies.

The approval clears a legal hurdle that has lingered since the 2025 delay, allowing Apple to concentrate on its AI roadmap while limiting financial risk to the agreed $250 million settlement.