iPhone 6, 7, and SE owners: Here’s how to get $25 from Apple (2024)

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Claims must be in by October 6.

iPhone 6, 7, and SE owners: Here’s how to get $25 from Apple (2)

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Earlier this year, Apple settled a class-action lawsuit over the iPhone battery slowdowns and announced that some iPhone users were in line for a $25 payout for their troubles. You must file your claim by October 6.

Update: If you’re having trouble using the site’s search function to locate your iPhone, here are some ways to track down your serial number.

There is a websiteoutlining the options available for claims, and the process is relatively simple. If you have access to your iPhone, you can submit the serial number of the device online. If you don’t have it anymore, you can enter your name, address at the time of purchase, and your Apple ID. If the system can’t find your device, you can print out a form and mail in your claim.

You can also opt-out of the settlement, which gives you the ability to sue Apple in the future over the same issue, or show up at a fairness hearing on December 4 to argue “the terms of the settlement.” But if you’re like us, the phone in question is long gone and you just want your money.

According to the terms of the settlement, you can file a claim if you owned an iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, and/or SE that ran iOS 10.2.1 or later or an iPhone 7 and 7 Plus that ran iOS 11.2 or later before December 21, 2017, and experienced diminished performance. Of course, that’s nearly impossible to prove, so basically anyone who files a legal claim will get paid. Apple has allotted a maximum of $500,000,000 for payments, which means some 20 million iPhones are covered.

All claims must be received by October 6, 2020, to be considered for the settlement.

Author: Michael Simon, Executive Editor

iPhone 6, 7, and SE owners: Here’s how to get $25 from Apple (3)

Michael Simon has been covering Apple since the iPod was the iWalk. His obsession with technology goes back to his first PC—the IBM Thinkpad with the lift-up keyboard for swapping out the drive. He's still waiting for that to come back in style tbh.

iPhone 6, 7, and SE owners: Here’s how to get $25 from Apple (2024)

FAQs

How do I get my Apple settlement money? ›

Eligible customers will receive $92.17 via mail or direct deposit. The settlement stems from a class action lawsuit that alleges Apple slowed down some its devices with an update.

Who qualifies for the Apple settlement? ›

Apple customers who bought an iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, SE, 7 or 7 Plus with iOS 10.2. 1 or later (for iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, or SE) and/or iOS 11.2 or later (for iPhone 7 or 7 Plus) before Dec. 21, 2017 may be eligible for the settlement, according to a website representing the class action.

Is Apple paying for iPhone 6 and 7? ›

Now you can submit a claim for up to $150 from Apple. Eligible iPhone 6 and 7 owners can now submit a claim to be part of a class-action lawsuit that could pay up to $150 per device. CBC News answers your questions about eligibility and how to submit a claim.

How much will I get from Apple settlement? ›

How Much Will People Get in the Apple iPhone Settlement? Eligible claimants are receiving $92.17 per device, said Mark C.

How to apply for iPhone settlement? ›

All eligible class members who meet these criteria have until Sept. 2, 2024, to submit their claims online. They can do so by filling out a form on the settlement website. If people are unsure that this class action applies to them, they can confirm by entering their serial number on the settlement website.

What is the iPhone SE class action lawsuit? ›

The Settlement has been approved by the court on March 4, 2024. As the Settlement has been approved, Apple will provide a cash payment to each Class Member who submits an Approved Claim. To receive a cash payment, Class Members must submit a valid Claim Form for each iPhone device by no later than September 2, 2024.

How much is the iPhone 7 payout? ›

Apple has reached an agreement to settle a US class action lawsuit, in which the company will be paying $35 million to iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus users, who were prone to audio issues due to a defective chip in the devices. The company has now started notifying eligible customers by email, MacRumors reported.

What is the Apple family class action? ›

The settlement benefits consumers who purchased a subscription to an app through the Apple Store while enrolled in a Family Sharing group with at least one other member between June 21, 2015, and Jan. 30, 2019.

Does Apple usually grant refunds? ›

If your child makes an unauthorized purchase or if an app doesn't work, you can request a refund. Apple usually gives refunds within about 48 hours.

Was the Apple settlement approved? ›

A B.C. Supreme Court judge has approved a proposed $14.4 million settlement from Apple to eligible members of a class-action lawsuit that accused the company of deliberately providing software updates that slowed its iPhone 6 and 7 models.

How much is the Apple bag check settlement? ›

Apple bag check class action lawsuit overview:

Why: Apple agreed to pay nearly $30 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging the company violated California law by failing to pay employees for the time it took to search their bags.

What year will Apple stop supporting iPhone 7? ›

Mainstream software support for the iPhone 7 was dropped when iOS 16 was released. But, it still receives iOS 15 security updates (as of January 22, 2024). The current version of iOS to support iPhone 7 is iOS 15.8. 2.

Is iPhone 7 discontinued by Apple? ›

The iPhone 7 was discontinued by Apple in September, 2019.

How to claim $150 from Apple for iPhone 7? ›

First, you'll want to head on over to the claim website to fill out a form. You'll have to confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements by providing personal information like your name, address, email, and phone number. You'll also be required to provide the serial number for the device in question.

How do I claim an Apple gift? ›

Redeem a gift card with your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Vision Pro
  1. Find the 16-digit code on the back of the card. ...
  2. Open the App Store app.
  3. At the top of the screen, tap the sign-in button. ...
  4. Tap Redeem Gift Card or Code. ...
  5. Tap Use Camera and follow the instructions on the screen. ...
  6. Tap Redeem.

How do I claim Apple? ›

How to file a claim. Is your iPhone lost or stolen? If it's covered by AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss, you can sign in with your Apple ID and file a claim for an iPhone replacement. Use the Find My app or go to iCloud.com/find to mark your iPhone as lost.

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