Apple has agreed to a $20 million settlement to resolve claims that certain Apple Watch models suffer from a battery swelling defect, leading to potential damage. This class action lawsuit alleges that affected devices were designed without sufficient internal space to accommodate normal battery expansion, causing screen damage and costly repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The lawsuit claims that Apple\u2019s design flaw affects multiple Apple Watch models, making them prone to screen detachment and other functional issues due to battery swelling. Although Apple has not admitted to any wrongdoing, it has agreed to compensate affected consumers through this settlement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The settlement covers consumers who own or previously owned the following Apple Watch models:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To qualify for compensation, owners must be reflected in Apple\u2019s records as having reported battery-swelling issues between April 24, 2015, and February 6, 2024<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Under the terms of the agreement, class members may receive a cash payment for each eligible device. The compensation structure is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Class members do not need to submit a claim form<\/strong> to receive a settlement payment. However, they are encouraged to verify and confirm their payment information on the official settlement website to ensure proper processing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Apple Watch class action settlement provides an opportunity for affected consumers to receive financial compensation for battery-related issues. If you owned a first-generation, Series 1, Series 2, or Series 3 Apple Watch and experienced battery swelling, check Apple\u2019s records to confirm your eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSettlement Terms and Compensation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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