July 2 marks the deadline for individuals who own a device with Siri to claim their share of a $95 million settlement. This opportunity arises from a class-action lawsuit concerning the potential unauthorized recording of private conversations by Siri.
Emails have been circulated to consumers, notifying them of the “Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement” and informing recipients about their potential eligibility for compensation. Following Apple’s decision to settle the lawsuit, the process for claiming payments has commenced.
The emails, as reported by AppleInsider, indicate that recipients might qualify as members of the settlement class based on Apple’s existing records. The settlement class includes current or former owners of Siri-enabled devices residing in the United States who believe their private communications were captured during unintentional Siri activations between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024.
The settlement amount, while significant at $95 million, will be reduced by court-approved legal fees, service awards, and administrative costs. Individuals can file claims for up to five Siri-enabled devices that experienced unexpected activations during private conversations.
However, the final payout will depend on the number of approved claims and the deductions from the fund. Class members are expected to receive up to $20 per device, with a maximum potential payout of $100, although actual amounts may be lower.
To file a claim, individuals can visit the designated settlement website and complete the required forms by July 2, 2025. Claims submitted via mail must be postmarked by the same date.
It is crucial for claimants to use the included identification codes in their emails, while those without such codes can still seek inclusion in the settlement. Despite the settlement, Apple maintains that it has done nothing wrong.
The lawsuit traces back to 2019, alleging unauthorized recordings of user conversations through Siri. Allegations arose over targeted ads linked to users’ discussions, although Apple asserts its privacy protocols were intended to prevent such outcomes.
After various developments and a suspension of a quality control program following whistleblower claims, Apple ultimately opted for a settlement in January 2025, despite an initial legal dismissal in 2021 due to insufficient evidence.
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