Privacy concerns surrounding smart devices have become a dominant topic in today’s digital age. With voice assistants like Amazon’s Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple’s Siri embedded into everyday tech, the line between helpful and intrusive is increasingly blurred. Sparrow has previously covered major settlements, including the Drizly data misuse case and the Huuuge Casino gambling violation settlement. Now, we spotlight a groundbreaking $95 million settlement involving Apple Inc. and its Siri-enabled devices.
Apple has agreed to this class action settlement following accusations that Siri unintentionally recorded private conversations and allegedly shared them with third parties without consent. This article explains who is eligible, how much you could receive, and how Sparrow can guide you through the claims process with clarity and confidence.
Background of the Apple Siri Class Action Settlement
Siri, Apple’s widely used voice assistant, is featured in nearly all Apple devices—from iPhones and iPads to MacBooks and Apple Watches. While Siri is designed to respond only when activated by a specific wake word (“Hey Siri”), multiple users began reporting cases where Siri activated spontaneously. These “unintended activations” reportedly led to the recording of private conversations.
Plaintiffs in the class action lawsuit alleged that:
- Siri was inadvertently activated during private discussions.
- These unintended recordings were stored and analyzed.
- Some of the recordings were accessed by Apple contractors and possibly shared with third parties.
The lawsuit accused Apple of violating user privacy rights and federal wiretap laws. Although Apple denies any wrongdoing, the company agreed to a $95 million settlement to avoid prolonged litigation. This move reflects growing accountability in how tech giants handle user data and privacy.
The terms of the settlement also require Apple to maintain privacy improvements made since the case began, including limiting third-party review of Siri recordings and improving transparency around data usage.
Who’s Eligible for the Settlement?
You may be eligible if you:
- Owned or purchased a Siri-enabled device—including iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook, iMac, HomePod, iPod touch, or Apple TV.
- Used Siri and experienced unintended activations that may have captured private communications.
- Resided in the United States or its territories between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024.
Class members must confirm under oath that an unintended Siri activation occurred during a private conversation.
Settlement Benefits
If you’re eligible, here’s what you may receive:
- Up to $20 per Siri-enabled device you owned during the class period.
- Payouts are pro rata, meaning they may vary depending on the number of valid claims submitted.
There is no guarantee of a fixed payout per device. Instead, the final amount will be determined after court fees, administrative costs, and the number of claimants are accounted for.
Required Documentation
You do not need to provide receipts or device serial numbers. However, you must:
- Confirm the number of Siri-enabled devices you owned or purchased.
- Affirm that unintended Siri activations occurred during private or confidential conversations.
All claims are submitted under penalty of perjury, so ensure your information is truthful and accurate.
How to File a Claim with Sparrow
Navigating a tech privacy settlement can be confusing—but Sparrow simplifies the process:
- Visit the official settlement website: LopezVoiceAssistantSettlement.com
- Fill out the claim form by July 2, 2025.
- Use Sparrow’s Claim Assistant Tool to:
- Double-check your eligibility
- Confirm device ownership
- Submit your form accurately and on time
Need help or have questions? Contact Sparrow’s expert team or call the settlement administrator at 888-981-4106.
Important Deadlines
| Action | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Submit a claim | July 2, 2025 |
| Exclude yourself or object | July 2, 2025 |
| Final approval hearing | August 1, 2025 |
Case Snapshot
- Settlement Fund: $95 million
- Case Name: Lopez, et al. v. Apple Inc., Case No. 4:19-cv-04577 (U.S. District Court, Northern District of California)
- Settlement Website: LopezVoiceAssistantSettlement.com
- Administrator Contact: Lopez Voice Assistant Settlement, P.O. Box 6609, 614 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
- Email: LopezVoiceAssistantSettlement@lowey.com
- Phone: 888-981-4106
Conclusion
The Apple Siri class action settlement highlights an evolving legal landscape around tech privacy and smart devices. For years, consumers have placed immense trust in voice assistants, often without knowing how much of their data might be inadvertently captured or reviewed. With this $95 million settlement, Apple is acknowledging the seriousness of these concerns—even without admitting fault.
If you’ve used a Siri-enabled device and experienced unintentional activations, now is your chance to receive compensation. More importantly, your participation helps reinforce accountability among tech giants and supports the push for stronger digital privacy standards.
Let Sparrow make your claim process effortless. Visit our Class Action News hub for updates on this and other crucial lawsuits affecting your personal data and consumer rights. Because your voice—and your privacy—deserve to be protected.