May 21, 2025 – Apple has agreed to a $95 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit claiming its Siri voice assistant recorded private conversations without consent. The lawsuit alleges these recordings were shared with third parties for targeted advertising. While Apple denies wrongdoing, eligible users in the U.S. could receive up to $100. Here’s what you need to know.
Lawsuit Details
The 2021 lawsuit, led by California resident Fumiko Lopez, claims Siri activated unintentionally on Apple devices between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, capturing private conversations. These were allegedly used by third parties for ads in Apple’s services. Apple disputes the claims but settled to avoid further litigation.
Who Qualifies?
You’re eligible if you:
- Live in the U.S. or its territories.
- Owned or purchased a Siri-enabled device (iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook, iMac, HomePod, iPod touch, or Apple TV) from September 17, 2014, to December 31, 2024.
- Experienced unintended Siri activations during private conversations.
Claimants can receive up to $20 per device, for a maximum of five devices ($100 total), depending on total claims filed.
How to Claim
Received a notice titled “Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement”? It includes a claim ID and code for easy filing. If not, you can still apply:
- Visit lopezvoiceassistantsettlement.com/submit-claim.
- Submit your name, address, and proof of device purchase (if available). No proof? Attest to ownership.
- File by July 2, 2025.
Payments will be issued via check, e-check, or direct deposit. Contact the administrator at lopezvoiceassistantsettlement.com, 1-888-981-4106, or Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 6609, 614 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816 for assistance.
Payment Timeline
A final approval hearing is set for August 1, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. PDT. If approved, payments will follow, though appeals could cause delays. Check lopezvoiceassistantsettlement.com for updates.
FAQs
1. What devices are eligible?
Siri-enabled iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, MacBooks, iMacs, HomePods, iPod touches, or Apple TVs owned or bought between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024.
2. How much will I get?
Up to $20 per device, for up to five devices ($100 max). The amount depends on the number of claims.
3. No notice received?
File a claim at lopezvoiceassistantsettlement.com/submit-claim with your details, no claim ID needed.
4. Can I opt out or object?
Yes, by July 2, 2025. See instructions at lopezvoiceassistantsettlement.com.
5. Did Apple admit guilt?
No, Company denies the allegations but settled to resolve the case.
More Information
Visit lopezvoiceassistantsettlement.com for details. Learn about Siri privacy settings at apple.com. To prevent unintended activations, consider disabling “Hey Siri” on your device.
Act fast—claims must be filed by July 2, 2025. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story. Follow Scooppunjab for similar updates and news.