In March, Apple agreed to distribute up to $ 500 million to U.S. users as part of a settlement stemming from the iPhone “ Batterygate .” Now, eligible iPhone owners can apply to participate in the settlement
The iPhone meltdown began in 2017, when Apple publicly admitted that it was intentionally damaging older devices with aging batteries to prevent unexpected shutdowns. As an apology for its lack of transparency about the issue, the company temporarily lowered the price of out-of-warranty battery replacements from $ 79 to $ 29 . About 11 million iPhone users benefited from the discount.
The iPhone “Batterygate” was one of the biggest controversies Apple has ever faced. Older phones with smaller batteries started to run slower and slower, and it wasn’t long before accusations and lawsuits followed, and a recent settlement was reached.
Now, users who meet the criteria can apply for their share, on the website spotted by MacRumors.
Those who want to claim the money must have or previously had one of the iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus or iPhone SE with iOS 10.2.1 and later, before December 21, 2017.
Also on batterygate's list are the next iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus models with iOS 11.2 and later, also before December 21, 2017.
According to the website's " FAQs ," " Apple will pay cash compensation to users, with an estimated $25 per device. " Before you get too excited, though, keep in mind that it has agreed to pay up to $500 million as part of the settlement. Depending on how many people apply, you may receive less than $25.
Those affected can also opt out of the batterygate settlement, but the only reason to do so is if they plan to sue the company over the issue. The filing period for Apple's compensation claim is until October 6.
