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If you’ve interacted with Siri on any Apple device over the past ten years, you may qualify for a cash payout.

This follows Apple’s agreement to a $95 million settlement regarding a lawsuit that accused Siri of unlawfully recording users’ private conversations.

Eligible users can claim as much as $20 (approximately Rs 1,700) for each device, with a cap of five devices.

If you have used Siri on any Apple device within the last decade, there’s good news: you might be eligible to receive a total payout of up to $100 (around Rs 8,500). This opportunity arises after Apple has settled for $95 million to resolve a lawsuit alleging that Siri was activating unintentionally and recording users’ conversations without their consent.

The class-action case, titled Lopez v. Apple Inc, was initiated in December 2023. It claimed that users noticed Siri unexpectedly activating, leading to recordings of private interactions. Many individuals reported receiving advertisements related to discussions they believed were confidential, such as specific medical treatments or brands mentioned in casual conversations.

Despite Apple’s denial of wrongdoing, the company opted to settle the case to avoid a prolonged legal dispute.

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Who qualifies for compensation?

You may be eligible for compensation if you meet the following criteria:

• You reside in the United States.
• You have used any Siri-enabled Apple device from September 17, 2014, to December 31, 2024.
• You have experienced at least one instance of Siri activating unexpectedly during a private or sensitive conversation.

Eligible devices cover a range of products, including iPhones, iPads, MacBooks, iMacs, Apple Watches, HomePods, Apple TVs, and iPod Touches.