If you've had audio problems on your iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus, you're running out of time to claim some of the compensation Settlement $35 million Apple class action lawsuit. Apple agreed to settle the lawsuit last year, and the deadline for affected iPhone 7 users to file a lawsuit is fast approaching: June 3.
As a reminder, in the US Apple has been sued multiple times over audio issues that affected the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. The plaintiffs alleged that iPhone 7 models suffered from audio problems related to Apple's “audio circuitry.” chip.” Issues affected audio quality, FaceTime performance, and more. This was commonly called “loop disease”. affected iPhone 7 users.
Apple has denied all allegations and admitted no wrongdoing, but last year agreed to settle the case for $35 million. Earlier this year, Apple began notifying customers who were eligible to receive compensation as a result of the lawsuit settlement. However, as the June 3 deadline approaches, the story is picking up steam again.
However, eligibility for payment in this case is relatively strict. As The Verge notes, there are two groups of eligible iPhone 7 users. The first group consists of people who had audio problems on the iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus and paid Apple out of pocket for repairs. Those people will receive a payment of “not less than $50 and not more than $349,” he said. depending on how many people file claims.
The second group consists of iPhone 7 users who contacted Apple about audio problems but didn't actually pay for repairs. These people will receive “an equal payment of up to $125.”
Individual persons who are residents of the United States and who owned or have owned an Apple iPhone 7 or 7 Plus between September 16, 2016 and January 3, 2023 and reported to Apple in the United States the problems reflected in Apple's records as Sound – Speaker, Sound-Microphone, audio receiver, unexpected restart/shutdown or power on – device not responding (“Resolved Issues”), including, but not limited to, those who have paid Apple out of pocket for repairs or replacements in connection with Resolved Issues, as indicated in the records Apple.
If you believe you are eligible to receive payment from Apple as part of this settlement, you can learn more on the settlement website. The final confirmation hearing will take place on July 18th, after which tuition distribution will begin.
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