GoKawiilApple opens claims site for $250M Apple Intelligence false-advertising settlement
Apple has launched SmartphoneAISettlement.com, letting eligible customers file claims for the $250 million settlement over allegedly misleading Apple Intelligence marketing. Buyers of iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, and various iPhone 16 models purchased between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025 can apply for payouts of $25 to $95 per device before the claims window closes on Dec. 21, 2026.
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The settlement, stemming from a Clarkson Law Firm lawsuit, addresses claims that Apple advertised AI features that weren't actually available at launch on these devices. Apple's statement frames the deal as a way to move past the dispute without admitting wrongdoing, while the payout structure shows how companies are increasingly facing financial consequences for gaps between marketed and delivered software features.
- Eligible iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max and iPhone 16 series buyers can claim $25-$95 via SmartphoneAISettlement.com.
- The claims window runs until Dec. 21, 2026, following court approval in July and August.
- Apple settled the false advertising suit over delayed Apple Intelligence features without admitting fault.
Apple iPhone 16 — If this settlement has you thinking about your next upgrade, the iPhone 16 is the device at the center of the whole AI features controversy. It's a great time to see what Apple Intelligence features have actually shipped since launch and decide for yourself if the latest hardware fits your needs.
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