Apple settles class action lawsuit over Apple Watch defects
Apple has agreed to pay up to $20 million to settle a class action lawsuit over defects in early Apple Watch models that caused displays to crack or detach from the casing. Affected owners of Series 0 to Series 3 models may be eligible to receive a payout ranging from $20 to $50. Apple denied the claims but settled for $20 million. Eligible individuals must have owned an affected Apple Watch model in the US and reported the issue to Apple between April 24, 2015, and February 6, 2024.
Key Points
- Apple agreed to pay up to $20 million to settle the class action lawsuit
- The lawsuit alleged defects in Series 0 to Series 3 models causing display issues
- Eligible individuals must have owned an affected Apple Watch model and reported the issue between April 24, 2015, and February 6, 2024
Pros
- Affected Apple Watch owners may receive a payout ranging from $20 to $50
Cons
- Apple denied the claims made in the lawsuit