iCloud class action lawsuit could see UK users share $4B payout
9to5Mac
A UK consumer group has won permission to sue Apple for allegedly forcing users to use iCloud, potentially resulting in a $4 billion payout for millions of customers.Summary
UK consumer rights group Which? has secured approval from the Competition Appeal Tribunal to pursue an antitrust lawsuit against Apple. The lawsuit alleges that Apple abuses its market dominance by forcing iPhone and iPad users to rely on iCloud for data backup and storage, effectively tying subscriptions to device usage. If successful, the claim could result in a payout of approximately £3 billion ($4 billion) shared among roughly 40 million eligible customers, averaging around £77 ($102) each. The case, which targets practices dating back to November 2018, is expected to be defended vigorously by Apple and is not likely to reach a conclusion until late 2028.
(Source：9to5Mac)