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Apple Agrees to $35 Million Settlement for iPhone 7 Audio Issues

Affected users can claim up to $349 by June 3 if they experienced audio problems or paid for repairs.

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Customers take a look of the new iPhone 7 smartphone inside the Apple Inc. store in New York, U.S., September 16, 2016.
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Overview

  • The settlement covers iPhone 7 and 7 Plus models owned between September 2016 and January 2023.
  • Users must have reported audio issues or paid for repairs to qualify for compensation.
  • Payments range from $50 to $349 depending on the nature of the complaint and expenses incurred.
  • The deadline to submit a claim is June 3, with final approval expected on July 18.
  • Apple denies any wrongdoing but settled to avoid prolonged litigation.