Apple will eventually start compensating some iPhone users for allegedly slowing down the phone's performance. In a story that began five years ago, iPhone users got into a fight with tech giant Apple, alleging that their iPhone 6s, iPhone 7s, and iPhone SE were intentionally slowed down. Accusations have been made and the Cupertino-based company has stood firm. They agree to slow down the devices but say they have no ill intentions behind it. Taking a different turn, however, Apple has opted for a 2020 settlement, agreeing to a substantial payment of up to $500 million to avoid a potentially costly legal battle, as Reuters reported. According to a report from Silicon Valley, a recent decision has allowed Apple to start paying people who are unhappy because their iPhones are intentionally slow. Tyson Redenbarger, a legal advocate for these iPhone users, suggested that each could get around $65, or around Rs 5,000 in Indian currency. This means the problem may eventually be over, as mentioned on SiliconValley.com.
In 2016, Apple admitted to intentionally slowing down older iPhones. But they said they did it to prevent the phone from suddenly shutting down, and they didn't mean anything. This was reported by The Verge. It's like Apple speaks like a really good speaker, explaining why they do it.
However, not everyone is affected by this explanation. Several iPhone owners were disgruntled and rallied, forming a class-action lawsuit against the mighty tech giant in 2018. The list of affected iPhones is like a technical roll-out. digital:
iPhone 6
iPhone 6 Plus
iPhone 6s
iPhone 6s Plus
iPhone SE
iPhone 7
iPhone 7 Plus
In the legal world, there was a big disagreement with Apple. Initially, they said they did nothing wrong, but in 2020 they changed their mind and wanted to correct the mistake. They agreed to pay a sum ranging from $310 to $500 million. At first, complainers could get $25 each. But two iPhone owners wanted more and said no to the first offer. This week they were told they won't be getting it anymore, which means Apple could start giving money away to annoyed iPhone users. Who can be compensated?
If you have an iPhone 6, 7, or the first SE model, you may be wondering if you'll get any money as part of your compensation. Unfortunately, if you didn't claim it by October 6, 2020, you can't get it now. Your opportunity to receive compensation will be exhausted if you miss this date. Basically, you have to register with your serial number on a website created by the company to register claims of problems with their iPhone's performance. Three years ago, a special website was created for people to say they wanted money. They must enter the iPhone's serial number to prove that they actually have one. They can choose to receive money from their bank or through a mailed check. This shows how getting paid is changing with new methods like the internet.
