If you have owned an Apple device capable of using Siri since 2014, you might be eligible for a payout as part of a $95 million class-action lawsuit settlement against the tech giant. The lawsuit, known as Lopez v. Apple, alleges that Siri’s voice activation feature could have inadvertently recorded private conversations without user consent.
The eligible devices for the claim include various models such as the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook, iMac, HomePod, iPod touch, and Apple TV. Consumers claim their private discussions were captured and shared with third-party businesses, which in turn exploited this data for targeted advertisements in platforms like Apple Search and Safari.
The lawsuit was initiated by Fumiko Lopez and others in 2021 in a California federal court. Although a settlement has been agreed upon, Apple maintains that it did nothing wrong.
Consumers who owned or purchased a Siri-enabled device and experienced unintended activations of Siri between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, are eligible to file a claim. The maximum payout for an individual is capped at $100, which allows filing for up to five devices at $20 per device.
Those who may have missed out on previous notifications can still file a claim by providing personal information and proof of purchase. If proof is unavailable, entering the device’s serial number is an option.
The deadline to submit a claim is July 2, 2025, with payouts expected to begin later this year. This settlement reflects growing concerns over user privacy and data security in the tech industry, and serves as a reminder for consumers to stay informed about their rights and protections.