Apple has launched a dedicated website for its $250 million legal settlement over delays in releasing Siri AI features, offering eligible iPhone owners a chance to claim payment between September 21 and December 21. Under the settlement, U.S.-based customers who purchased specific high-end iPhone models during a defined window may receive about $25 per device — potentially up to $95 depending on the number of valid claims. Final payment won’t happen until after a court approves the deal, now scheduled for February 24, 2027.
Why the lawsuit happened in the first place
In June 2024, Apple previewed new features for Siri — rebranded internally as Siri AI — including personalized context awareness. The advertised features were meant to let Siri draw on data from apps like Mail and Messages to answer questions like flight and lunch plans.
However, by March 2025, the launch of this personalized Siri capability was delayed. A class action lawsuit followed, accusing Apple of false advertising. Apple officially denied the allegations but agreed to settle to avoid the uncertainties of a trial.
Who’s eligible and how much you’ll get
To qualify, you must live in the U.S. and have bought one of several specific iPhone models — including iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16 series models, and 16e — between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025. Purchases must have been for personal use, not resale.
If you’re eligible, you’ll be notified by email with both a claim ID and a PIN code. Even without those, you can still file a claim via the settlement website using your device’s serial number or other identifying info like your Apple account email and phone number.
The baseline payout is $25 per eligible device, though if fewer claims are filed than expected, that amount may increase up to a maximum of $95.
Timelines and key details
You’ll be able to submit claims starting September 21, 2026, running through December 21, 2026, via the new settlement portal.
The court’s final hearing is set for February 24, 2027, and payments won’t begin until after that date.
The site also walks you through options for opting out of the settlement, and various FAQs covering what counts as a valid claim and how eligibility is determined.
Even before the settlement approval, Apple has already released Siri AI as part of iOS 27 on compatible devices, first announced at WWDC 2026 and now available on iPhone 15 Pro and newer. The feature remains labeled a “beta,” despite iOS 27’s full public release.
What this means going forward
The site launch is Apple’s major step toward fulfilling the components of the $250 million settlement, signaling that the company is moving to resolve the lawsuit publicly and transparently.
Your claim size depends heavily on how many people apply — a lower claims count could significantly increase the payment per device, though exact amounts won’t be known until after the filing period ends. With the eligibility limited to specific iPhone series and purchase dates, fairly large numbers could qualify, diluting per-person payout closer to the base $25. Public reaction may hinge on how easy Apple makes the claims process.
