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Apple to begin payouts to iPhone users from $500 million settlement over throttling controversy

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Overview

  • Apple admitted to slowing down iPhone performance on older models to prevent unexpected shutdowns.
  • A class action lawsuit filed against Apple over the throttling resulted in a settlement of $310 - $500 million.
  • The settlement received final approval in March 2022 after appeals were dismissed.
  • Approved claimants who filed before October 2020 will receive around $65 each as compensation.
  • The affected iPhone models include the iPhone 6 through 7 Plus and the iPhone SE.