Owners of certain Apple Watch models may be entitled to compensation after a class action related to battery swelling problems. Apple has agreed to a $ 20m settlement to solve claims that some Apple Clock batteries have grown over time, potentially damaging other key components, such as the display. The lawsuitSubmitted to the US District Court for the Northern District of California, the issue has affected Apple Watch, Series 1, Series 2 and Series 3 models.
The lawsuit claims that the batteries in these models could be expanded into their narrow compartments. Apple denied any crime, but decided to resolve the case.
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In a statement sent to CNET, Apple imposed claims, which said Apple Watch was “designed to be safe and reliable”.
“This settlement refers to buyers of the original Apple Watch, Series 1, Series 2 and Series 3, which are no longer available for purchase,” the company said in a statement. “While we disagree with the claims made against these early -generation Apple Watch models, we agreed to settle to avoid further litigation.”
To qualify for compensation, users must have an Apple Watch model in the United States and report battery swelling problems, such as a complaint to customer service, between April 24, 2015 and February 6, 2024.
The fee will range from $ 20 to $ 50, depending on the number of claims submitted. Some qualified users will receive notice through E -So or postcard to inform them of their qualification for payment in the hour, according to WatchSettlement.com.
Users seeking payment must submit their request by 10 April 2025, through the settlement website.
By accepting the settlement of settlement, Apple's customers give up their rights to launch further legal action against Apple over the battery problem.