Welcome to EduInvesting, where privacy breaches turn into paisa, and even your iPhone’s eavesdropping habits can fund your next pizza party. Today’s breaking story?
Apple is paying up to ₹8,500 per person in the US over a Siri privacy lawsuit. Yes, you might just get paid because Siri was a little too nosy.
Let’s break it down faster than you can say, “Hey Siri, did you record my break-up?”
💰 What’s the Deal?
Apple has agreed to a $95 million (~₹790 crore) settlement after being sued for allegedly recording people via Siri without their permission. Yes, turns out Siri was listening when you ranted about your boss, your ex, or your crypto losses.
“Siri, why am I getting ₹8,500?”
“Because I betrayed your trust, but hey—cash heals all wounds.”
📜 The Lawsuit Backstory:
Back in 2019, users alleged that:
- Siri was activating without command
- It was recording private conversations
- Those audio clips were sent to third-party contractors
Apple said, “We didn’t do anything wrong,” but also said, “Let’s just settle and move on.”
Translation: “We deny it… but here’s some money anyway.”
🧐 Who Can Claim This ₹8,500?
If you:
✅ Used Siri between Sept 17, 2014 – Dec 31, 2024
✅ Own an Apple device like:
- iPhone
- iPad
- MacBook
- Apple Watch
- Apple TV
- HomePod
✅ Ever accidentally said “Hey Siri” during a drunk rant or while ordering momos
You’re probably eligible.
🧾 How Much Can You Get?
| 🖥️ Device Type | 💸 Payout |
|---|---|
| iPhone | Up to $20 |
| iPad | Up to $20 |
| MacBook | Up to $20 |
| HomePod, Apple Watch, Apple TV – all eligible too! |
Max claim: $100 (~₹8,500) if you had 5 devices that qualified.
🛠️ How To Claim?
- Go to the official site: opezvoiceassistantsettlement.com
- Click “Submit a Claim”
- Enter your details and list the devices
- Claim before July 2, 2025
- Wait for Siri to Venmo you (okay, not Siri—but close)
Pro Tip: Check your inbox for an email titled:
“Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement”
If you didn’t get it? Doesn’t matter—you can still file manually.
🇮🇳 Can Indians Claim This?
Bad news, desi Apple fans—this is only for US residents.
So unless you were chilling in California with your iPhone while Siri was snitching on your Tinder conversations… no ₹8,500 for you.
But hey, at least you still have ‘Gpay cashback scratches’ right?
🧀 EduInvesting’s Cheesy Take:
“Siri was supposed to listen to our commands, not our chhupa hua secrets.”
– One betrayed iPhone user
📸 Instagram Caption:
“Imagine getting ₹8,500 because Siri heard you cry after a breakup 💔📱💸 #PrivacyPaidOff #SiriBeLike #EduInvesting”
So, while the rest of us in India get WhatsApp forwards and “Bhai, paisa double” scams, folks in the US are getting paid for having nosy gadgets.
Siri, remind me to move to the US before the next lawsuit drops.
