Understanding the $95M Apple Siri Settlement and What It Means for Device Owners
Apple Inc. has agreed to a $95 million class action settlement to resolve allegations that its Siri digital assistant unintentionally recorded private conversations and may have shared them with third parties. This settlement stems from a class action lawsuit filed in 2019, which accused the tech giant of violating users’ privacy rights across multiple Siri-enabled devices.
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If you owned or purchased any Siri-enabled device in the United States between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, you could be entitled to a cash payment of up to $20 per device, depending on the number of valid claims submitted.
Why Was the Apple Siri Lawsuit Filed?
The lawsuit, filed under the name Lopez, et al. v. Apple Inc., alleged that:
- Siri was inadvertently activated by background noise or unrelated speech.
- These unintended activations recorded private conversations.
- Apple allegedly stored or shared these audio recordings with third-party contractors for review and analysis.
Although Apple denied any wrongdoing, the company chose to settle the lawsuit to avoid prolonged litigation.
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Who Is Eligible for the Siri Settlement?
You may qualify if:
- You were a resident of the U.S. or its territories during the class period.
- You owned or purchased any Siri-enabled device from Sept. 17, 2014 to Dec. 31, 2024, including:
- iPhone
- iPad
- Apple Watch
- MacBook
- iMac
- HomePod
- Apple TV
- iPod touch
- Siri was enabled on the device.
- You experienced an unintended Siri activation during a private or confidential conversation.
What Can You Receive From the Settlement?
Potential Award:
- Up to $20 per eligible Siri-enabled device.
- Payments will be distributed pro rata, meaning the final amount depends on how many valid claims are filed and the number of devices claimed.
- If you owned multiple eligible devices, your total payout may be higher.
How to File a Claim
To receive a payment, you must submit a valid claim form by the July 2, 2025 deadline.
(Ensure you meet eligibility before submitting.)
Information Required:
- Your contact details (name, address, email).
- A sworn statement that you:
- Owned or purchased a Siri-enabled device.
- Enabled Siri on it.
- Experienced unintended Siri activation during a private conversation.
You do not need to upload receipts, but your claim is made under penalty of perjury, so honesty is crucial.
Key Dates to Remember
Deadline/Event | Date |
---|---|
Claim Form Deadline | July 2, 2025 |
Exclusion/Objection Deadline | July 2, 2025 |
Final Approval Hearing | August 1, 2025 |
Estimated Payout | Late 2025 (if approved) |
Contact Information
Settlement Website: LopezVoiceAssistantSettlement.com
Claims Administrator Contact:
yamlCopyEditLopez Voice Assistant Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 6609
614 Cranbury Rd
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 888-981-4106
Legal Representation
- Class Counsel:
- Christian Levis (Lowey Dannenberg P.C.)
- Erin Green Comite (Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP)
- Defense Counsel:
- Alexis A. Amezcua (Morrison & Foerster LLP)
Final Thoughts: Don’t Miss Your Chance to Claim
If you used Siri-enabled Apple devices over the last decade, you may be entitled to compensation through the Apple Siri eavesdropping class action settlement. With payments up to $20 per device, and no receipts required, this is a valuable opportunity for eligible users to seek redress for alleged privacy violations. Make sure to file your claim before July 2, 2025, and stay updated via the official settlement website.