Apple has agreed to place $250 million into a settlement fund for iPhone owners who say they were misled about Siri’s new AI capabilities. The settlement, officially titled Landsheft et al. v. Apple Inc., received preliminary court approval on July 17, 2026 and awaits a final hearing scheduled for February 24, 2027.
Who qualifies?
The settlement covers seven specific models: iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16e, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The regular iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are excluded. To be eligible, you must have been the original purchaser, bought the phone in the United States between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025, and used it for personal or business purposes—not resale.
How much can you receive?
The settlement sets a baseline payment of $25 per eligible device, but the final amount will depend on the total number of valid claims. If fewer claims are filed, the payout could rise to as much as $95 per phone; if more claims are filed, the amount could fall below $25. Administrative costs, attorneys’ fees and other court‑approved expenses will be deducted from the $250 million pool.
How to file a claim
The claims window opened on September 21, 2026 and closes on December 21, 2026. Claims must be submitted through the official website smartphoneaisettlement.com. You’ll need your iPhone’s serial number, which can be found in Settings → General → About, as well as proof of purchase and a certification that you expected the advertised Siri AI features but did not receive them.
Both individual consumers and businesses that purchased eligible devices can file separate claims. Even if you never received a notice about the settlement, you may still submit a claim if you meet the eligibility criteria.
What to expect after filing
Submitting a claim does not guarantee an immediate payment. The court must give final approval at the February 2027 hearing, and any appeals could further delay distribution. Once approved, payments will be issued either by check or digital transfer.
Important cautions
Beware of phishing attempts that mimic the settlement’s communications. Always use the official website rather than clicking links in unsolicited emails or texts. If you wish to opt out of the settlement or object to it, you must also do so by the December 21, 2026 deadline.
Apple continues to deny any wrongdoing, stating that it acted properly and that the settlement is intended to resolve the litigation without admitting fault.
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