Apple Agrees to $250 Million Settlement Over AI Claims, Seeks Supreme Court Stay in Epic Case
Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle claims it misled customers about AI features while separately asking the Supreme Court to block a contempt ruling in its Epic Games dispute.

Apple has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging the company misled customers about the availability of its artificial intelligence features. The proposed settlement covers U.S. customers who purchased iPhone 16 models or iPhone 15 Pro models between June 10, 2024 and an unspecified end date.
Under the settlement terms, eligible iPhone owners could receive between $25 and $95 in compensation. The lawsuit accused Apple of overselling its Apple Intelligence system, claiming the company made misleading statements about the AI capabilities and availability of the features to consumers.
Separately, Apple filed an emergency request with the Supreme Court on Monday seeking to block a lower court ruling that held the company in contempt. The contempt finding relates to Apple's ongoing legal battle with Epic Games, specifically regarding fees the company charges on purchases made through third-party payment systems.
Apple is requesting the high court issue a stay while the company prepares to file a formal appeal. The contempt ruling stems from the long-running dispute between Apple and Epic Games over App Store policies and payment processing requirements.
Both cases highlight ongoing legal challenges facing Apple over its business practices, spanning from artificial intelligence marketing claims to App Store operations and payment processing policies.