Apple Settles $95 Million Class Action Over Siri Privacy Allegations
Apple has agreed to a $95 million settlement in Lopez v. Apple Inc., a 2019 class action lawsuit alleging the company violated user privacy by recording and sharing private conversations via Siri with third-party contractors. While Apple denied wrongdoing, the settlement resolves claims that Siri-activated devices—including iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, HomePods, and Macs—unintentionally captured and transmitted sensitive discussions.
Eligible users are those who owned a Siri-enabled device in the U.S. between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, and experienced Siri activating unexpectedly during private conversations. Notifications about the settlement have been sent via email from [email protected], containing claimant details and instructions for filing a claim.
Affected individuals can submit claims through the settlement website by July 2, 2025, with payouts of up to $100 ($20 per device, capped at five devices). The case highlights ongoing concerns over voice assistant privacy and corporate accountability in data handling.
Source: https://www.theverge.com/news/664927/lopez-voice-assistant-emails-apple-siri-spying-settlement
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