Apple to pay up to $95 to some US iPhone buyers over AI lawsuit
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- Apple agreed to a $250 million settlement to resolve a class‑action lawsuit alleging false advertising of AI features.
- iPhone 15 owners who bought the device between June 2024 and March 2025 will receive $25‑$95 each, and the same applies to iPhone 16 purchasers.
- Apple Intelligence was marketed as a breakthrough AI upgrade to Siri, yet the lawsuit claims the promised features never existed at launch and may not appear for years.
- Tim Cook faces criticism for lagging innovation as Apple tries to catch up with AI rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic.
- California federal court filed the settlement, allowing Apple to avoid admitting wrongdoing while moving forward with product development.
Why it matters: U.S. iPhone 15/16 owners gain up to $95 each, while Apple avoids a costly trial and potential brand damage, prompting pressure to accelerate genuine AI feature delivery.
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