The Apple Smartphone AI Settlement is a $250 million deal over Apple Intelligence Siri features, and claims are due Dec. 21, 2026. It covers certain iPhones bought in the United States between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025, and requires ownership proof like serial number. Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy announced the $250 million deal in Landsheft et al.
v. Apple Inc. in Northern California. MacDailyNews reports claims opened Sept. 21, 2026 on smartphoneaisettlement.com, run by Verita Global.
Official resources:
- Read the official notice from Marketminute — Use this primary source to verify the official announcement.
- Read the official notice from Macdailynews — Use this primary source to verify the official announcement.
Table of Contents
- Which phones and purchase dates count?
- What proof do you need to file?
- How much could you receive?
- How and when to file before the deadline?
Which phones and purchase dates count?
The Arizona Republic lists seven eligible models: iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16, 16e, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max. Neowin reports covered purchases must have occurred in the United States between June 10, 2024 and March 29, 2025, as detailed in its eligibility rundown.
Resellers are excluded. Check your receipt, order confirmation, or carrier record for model name and purchase date. Keep a copy showing where you bought the phone and when you paid.
- Match the exact model name on your receipt to the eligible list
- Confirm the purchase date falls inside June 10, 2024 to March 29, 2025
- Confirm you bought for personal use, not for resale
What proof do you need to file?
Fox News reports claimants must submit contact information plus ownership proof, as explained in its filing guide. Accepted proof includes device serial number or Apple Account email and linked phone number.
You must also certify you expected the advertised Siri features but did not receive them. Find the serial number in Settings under General and About, and on the original box or receipt. Use the Apple Account email tied to that phone, with the linked number current and reachable.
How much could you receive?
Gizmodo reports claims have a presumptive $25 payment per device, adjustable pro rata up to a $95 cap, as described in its payment breakdown. The final amount depends on total valid claims filed.
Pro rata means shares rise when fewer people file and fall when more people file. The cap keeps any single-device payment at $95.
How and when to file before the deadline?
iClarified reports claims must be filed by Dec. 21, 2026, with a final approval hearing Feb. 24, 2027, in its claims timeline.
iClarified notes payments follow only after final approval and appeals, and Apple denies wrongdoing. Use the official site smartphoneaisettlement.com and file early to fix errors. Save your confirmation number and a copy of the serial number and contact details you submitted.
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