According to the lawsuit, Siri recorded conversations without being activated, despite users’ attempts to avoid this by using “Hey Siri” wake-up phrases. The plaintiffs alleged in their lawsuit that Apple secretly shared snippets of Siri-conversations with third-party advertisers. Companies sought to target customers more likely to engage with promotional offers and purchase products from these organizations.
In iOS 18.2 Siri gained ChatGPT integration with Apple Intelligence. | Picture credit-PhoneArena
If the settlement is authorized, tens of thousands of customers who owned an iPhone or other Apple devices from September As of December 31st, 2014, individuals who filed their tax returns for the previous year may submit a claim. According to estimates, each eligible client may potentially receive up to $20 in compensation per Siri-enabled device they own, covered under the agreed-upon settlement terms. Approximately 3-5% of eligible Apple customers are predicted to submit a claim, with a cap of five devices per user, all requiring Siri integration, for which each individual will be entitled to compensation.
In class-action lawsuits, lawyers often profit handsomely, while defendants bear the financial burden. Lawyers filing the lawsuit seek up to $29.6 million in compensation for their services and related expenses. By settling, Apple’s corporate coffers saw a significant influx of funds. If the case had proceeded to trial and Apple was found liable for breaching wiretapping and privacy regulations, the potential damages could have reached up to $1.5 billion in penalties.
