Siri Users Receiving Settlement Emails from Apple as Part of Resolution Agreement
Title: Claim Your Slice of the Siri Settlement Pie: A Step-by-Step Guide
Looking to get a piece of the $95 million Siri settlement pie from Apple? Here's how to find out if you're eligible and submit a claim.
Are You Eligible for the Siri Settlement?
To qualify for the Siri class action settlement, you'll need to meet a few criteria:
- Device Ownership: Between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, you should have owned at least one Apple device capable of using Siri, such as an iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, HomePod, iPod touch, or Apple TV.
- Unintended Siri Activation: You must be able to prove that Siri unintentionally activated during a private conversation at least once.
If you fit these criteria, you can make a claim for up to five devices, with each eligible device worth up to $20.
How to Submit a Siri Settlement Claim
To start the process, follow these steps:
- Access the Claim Form: Navigate to the official settlement website and fill out the claim form.
- Log In or New Claim: If you received an email from "Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement Administrator" containing a claim identification number (Notice ID) and confirmation code, use these to log into the site. Otherwise, select the "New Claim" option.
- Personal Information: Fill out your name, address, phone number, and email address associated with the Siri device(s).
- Device Details: You'll need to provide proof of purchase for each device you are claiming or the serial and model numbers.
- Payment Option: Choose how you'd like to receive the settlement payment, such as physical check, electronic check, or direct deposit.
- Attestation: Verify that you experienced an unintended Siri activation during a private conversation.
- Submit the Claim: After completing the form, click "Submit" to finalize your claim.
Deadlines and Court Dates
Remember, you must submit your claim by July 2, 2025. The court will review the settlement on August 1, 2022, and any appeals could delay payments. Keep an eye out for emails containing a personalized claim identification code and confirmation code. It's easy to miss these in your inbox, so don't forget to check your spam folder.
For more detailed instructions or answers to specific questions, visit the settlement website or contact the settlement administrator directly. Happy claiming!
[1] https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/24/tech/apple-siri-privacy-settlement/index.html[2] https://www.appleinsider.com/articles/22/07/07/apple-to-pay-out-up-to-95-million-in-siri-privacy-settlement[3] https://www.montecarlo.com/blog/siri-privacy-class-action-settlement-explained/#:~:text=Which%20Apple%20devices%20are%20covered,Apple%20TV%20or%20other%20compatible%20products.
- The tech giant, Apple, is set to distribute a payout from the Siri settlement, amounting to $95 million. This payout is in response to a class action lawsuit regarding unintended Siri activations during private conversations.
- Claiming a slice of this settlement requires eligible individuals to own tech devices, such as iPhones, iPads, Macs, or Apple Watches, and to prove that Siri unintentionally activated during a private conversation at least once.
