Apple Begins $250 Million Siri Settlement Payout

Apple Starts Accepting Claims for Siri Settlement

Apple has begun accepting claims for the Siri settlement payout. The claim website officially opened on September 20, 2026, with claims starting in earnest on September 21.

• Claim website officially opened on September 20, 2026
• Claims start in earnest on September 21, 2026

Eligibility and Payout Conditions

Eligible claimants are those who purchased specific iPhone models between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025. The payout is $25 per device, with a maximum of $95 if claims are low.

• Eligibility: Purchasers of specific iPhone models between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025
• Payout: $25 per device, up to $95 if claims are low

Settlement Due to Siri AI Feature Delay

The settlement stems from a lawsuit over delays in Siri AI features. Announced at the 2024 WWDC, the features were delayed, leading Apple to agree to a $250 million settlement in May 2026.

• Siri AI features announced at 2024 WWDC, delayed release
• In May 2026, Apple agreed to a $250 million settlement

Claim Deadline and Payout Schedule

The claim deadline is December 21, 2026. The final approval hearing is set for February 24, 2027, with payouts starting at least 60 days after the hearing.

• Claim deadline is December 21, 2026
• Final approval hearing on February 24, 2027, payouts start at least 60 days after