Apple agrees to $250 mn settlement over AI Siri claims
Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle a lawsuit over misleading claims about Siri's AI capabilities.Summary
Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging it misled millions of iPhone buyers by falsely advertising the artificial intelligence capabilities of its Siri voice assistant. The plaintiffs accused the company of promoting features that were not available at the time of purchase, a claim supported by the Better Business Bureau's National Advertising Division. The settlement covers approximately 36 million eligible devices, including the iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max, purchased in the United States between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025. Class members could receive up to $25 per device. Apple stated it resolved the matter to stay focused on delivering innovative products. The settlement requires court approval and is scheduled for a hearing on June 17, 2026.
(Source：The Standard 英文虎報)