Apple is offering iPhone owners a payout of up to $95 in a $250 million settlement for claims that the AI upgrades to Siri were delayed. If you bought an iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max, or any 16 model between June 10th, 2024, and March 29th, 2025, you can file a claim on their website until December 21st, 2026. The average payout is estimated at $25 per eligible device, with the total number of claims determining the final amount each person receives.

The class-action lawsuit alleged that Apple had misled consumers by promoting AI upgrades during its WWDC 2024 event, only for the iPhone 16 to launch with limited capabilities. The AI-upgraded Siri was finally rolled out with iOS 27 in September 2025, months after the phones hit the market.

Apple has denied any wrongdoing, stating that the delays were due to the complexity of developing AI features. However, the settlement reflects a growing trend of tech companies facing criticism for failing to meet consumer expectations around AI and other cutting-edge technologies.

For those eligible, the process is straightforward: enter your name, contact information, and iPhone serial number on the settlement’s website. The payout, if any, will depend on the number of claimants and the total amount allocated by Apple.

The AI settlement serves as a reminder that while tech giants may promise the world, sometimes the reality is a bit more grounded — and often, a bit more… pie.