You may have gotten an email about a lawsuit that looked like junk or a scam. It isn’t.
If you received an email about a Lopez V. Apple lawsuit, or have simply owned an Apple device since 2014, you may be eligible to be part of a $95 million class action lawsuit.
Here’s what Illinoisans need to know about the lawsuit and its eligibility.
What is Apple accused of doing?
Apple is accused of spying on its users with its voice assistant, Siri.
Why is Apple paying this money?
Although a settlement has been reached, Apple has denied the allegations made in the complaint, according to the legal notice obtained by USA Today.
The suit was filed in a California federal court in 2021 by users who allege their private conversations were being recorded by Apple devices after they unintentionally activated Siri.
Am I eligible?
Anyone who has owned a purchased a Siri-enabled device between Sept. 17, 2014, and Dec. 31, 2024, may be eligible.
Those taking part in the settlement need to swear under oath that they experienced an unintended Siri activation while having a private conversation.
What devices are listed in the lawsuit?
According to the legal notice, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, MacBooks, iMacs, HomePods, iPod touches, and Apple TVs are Siri-enabled devices.
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How much could I receive?
Payments for each device are capped at $20, but users can claim payments for up to five devices and earn $100 in total, USA Today reported.
What if I didn’t get an email?
If you didn’t receive an email or a postcard with a claim identification code, you can submit a claim online at the Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement website.
Is there a deadline?
The deadline to submit a claim is July 2, 2025.
Will I definitely get paid if I’m eligible?
A court hearing to approve the settlement is tentatively scheduled for Aug. 1, according to the lawsuit’s FAQ page.
If the settlement amount is approved, people who claimed devices will be sent their part.
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When would I get paid?
It is not yet clear, but more information is expected to be known after the final settlement hearing.
According to the settlement site, if the amount is approved and there are no appeals, payments will be processed as soon as possible.
Tom Ackerman covers breaking news and trending news along with general news for the Springfield State Journal-Register. He can be reached at tackerman@gannett.com.
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