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Is Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement a Scam?

The $95 million Lopez v. Apple Inc. settlement resolves claims that Siri recorded private conversations without consent between 2014 and 2024. Eligible users who filed claims by July 2, 2025, are receiving payouts (often reported around $8-$20 per device) marked as "Lopez Voice Assistant" via direct deposit or check, with payouts starting in early 2026.

About the Settlement

  • Case Details: The lawsuit alleged Siri sometimes activated accidentally and shared private, recorded conversations with third parties.
  • Settlement Amount: Apple agreed to a $95 million settlement fund to resolve the claims, although they denied any wrongdoing.
  • Eligibility: Individuals who resided in the U.S. and owned/purchased a Siri-enabled device (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, HomePod) that experienced an unintended activation between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024.
  • Payment Amount: Claimants could receive up to $20 per device for up to five devices. Actual payments reported by users have been roughly $8 per device.
  • Deadline: The deadline to submit a claim was July 2, 2025.
  • Payment Status: Payments are being distributed as of early 2026, often showing up as "Lopez Voice Assistant" or similar in banking transactions.

For more information, you can visit the official settlement website.

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