Users who filed compensation claims in the Apple "batterygate" controversy are now receiving payments from the tech giant. Apple had agreed to a settlement of up to $500 million to resolve a lawsuit related to the issue, and reports from Mac Rumors indicate that some users have seen payments, such as $92.17 (approximately ₹ 7,600), deposited into their accounts.

<h2>Background: What's&nbsp;the 'batterygate'&nbsp;saga?</h2>

The "batterygate" saga unfolded in 2017 when a developer in the United States revealed that certain iOS 10 updates were causing slowdowns in earlier iPhone models like the iPhone 6S and iPhone 7.

Users alleged that this intentional slowing down misled them into thinking their phones were aging rapidly, pushing them to replace or install new batteries.

Apple had initially not disclosed the reason for the slowdown, claiming it was to prevent abrupt shutdowns when the battery hit a particular threshold.

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Numerous class-action lawsuits were filed, accusing Apple of prompting premature phone updates rather than merely offering affordable battery replacements.

In 2018, Apple issued an apology for the lack of transparency and reduced the price of iPhone battery replacements to $29.

Apple explained that its engineers promptly addressed the issues, attributing them to consumption spikes, temperature fluctuations, and other factors.

However, in 2020, while denying wrongdoing, Apple settled the nationwide case to avoid the costs and burdens of prolonged litigation.

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The settlement, as reported by Reuters, encompasses US&nbsp;owners of iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, or SE that ran iOS 10.2.1 or later. It also includes users of iPhone 7 and 7 Plus that ran iOS 11.2 or later before December 21, 2017. The deadline for submitting a claim for compensation was in October 2020.

(With inputs from agencies)

Users who filed compensation claims in the Apple "batterygate" controversy are now receiving payments from the tech giant. Apple had agreed to a settlement of up to $500 million to resolve a lawsuit related to the issue, and reports from Mac Rumors indicate that some users have seen payments, such as $92.

Users who filed compensation claims in the Apple "batterygate" controversy are now receiving payments from the tech giant. Apple had agreed to a settlement of up to $500 million to resolve a lawsuit related to the issue, and reports from Mac Rumors indicate that some users have seen payments, such as $92.17 (approximately ₹ 7,600), deposited into their accounts. Background: What's the 'batterygate' saga? The "batterygate" saga unfolded in 2017 when a developer in the United States revealed that certain iOS 10 updates were causing slowdowns in earlier iPhone models like the iPhone 6S and iPhone 7. Users alleged that this intentional slowing down misled them into thinking their phones were aging rapidly, pushing them to replace or install new batteries. Apple had initially not disclosed the reason for the slowdown, claiming it was to prevent abrupt shutdowns when the battery hit a particular threshold. Also read | Apple aims to boost manufacturing and invest $40 billion in India: Report Numerous class-action lawsuits were filed, accusing Apple of prompting premature phone updates rather than merely offering affordable battery replacements. In 2018, Apple issued an apology for the lack of transparency and reduced the price of iPhone battery replacements to $29. Apple explained that its engineers promptly addressed the issues, attributing them to consumption spikes, temperature fluctuations, and other factors. However, in 2020, while denying wrongdoing, Apple settled the nationwide case to avoid the costs and burdens of prolonged litigation. Also watch | Job market to surge by 8.3% in 2024 | World Business News The settlement, as reported by Reuters, encompasses US owners of iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, or SE that ran iOS 10.2.1 or later. It also includes users of iPhone 7 and 7 Plus that ran iOS 11.2 or later before December 21, 2017. The deadline for submitting a claim for compensation was in October 2020. (With inputs from agencies)

Apple begins disbursing ‘batterygate’ settlement payments to US iPhone users: Report

Tech companies keep upgrading their products, sometimes at an alarming pace. One such company is the famous Apple.

It keeps pushing out new models of the iPhone every single year but the customers are not able to keep up as not everyone wants to buy a new phone&nbsp;every year unless they are forced to.

Lawsuits are being filed across Europe against Apple. All of them accuse the company of slowing down older iPhones so that customers will be forced to upgrade.

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In November last year,&nbsp;Apple admitted that it had concealed a major battery problem from its customers. The company then unveiled new software, one that allegedly cuts&nbsp;down performance to a great extent.

However, experts feel there could be a bigger plan here because even though Apple had to pay more than $100 million in damages, this was offset by the increased sales of its next-generation device.

Altroconsumo, an Italian consumer association is suing Apple and are seeking $73 million in damages. They are accusing Apple of&nbsp;tricking Italian consumers through planned obsolescence. It is a tactic called planned obsolescence which slows down older devices, forcing customers to upgrade.

The lawsuit covers four iPhone models:&nbsp;6, 6s, 6plus and 6Splus. In totality, Apple sold around 1 million of these models between 2014 and 2020. There are similar cases in Belgium and Spain and&nbsp;another one in the offing in Portugal.

However,&nbsp;Apple rejects these allegations and denies doing anything to shorten their device's life. Apple has called this a feature of protecting ageing batteries. The consumers, however, are not convinced and are accusing Apple of coaxing them into upgrading their device or buying new batteries.

If the Italian lawsuit holds, every affected consumer could end up getting $70 dollars — an amount that will not even get you a charger of that same device.

Tech companies keep upgrading their products, sometimes at an alarming pace. One such company is the famous Apple. It keeps pushing out new models of the iPhone every single year but the customers are not able to keep up as not everyone wants to buy a new phone every year unless they are forced to.

Tech companies keep upgrading their products, sometimes at an alarming pace. One such company is the famous Apple. It keeps pushing out new models of the iPhone every single year but the customers are not able to keep up as not everyone wants to buy a new phone every year unless they are forced to. Lawsuits are being filed across Europe against Apple. All of them accuse the company of slowing down older iPhones so that customers will be forced to upgrade. Also read| Time to break monopoly of Big Tech? In November last year, Apple admitted that it had concealed a major battery problem from its customers. The company then unveiled new software, one that allegedly cuts down performance to a great extent. However, experts feel there could be a bigger plan here because even though Apple had to pay more than $100 million in damages, this was offset by the increased sales of its next-generation device. Altroconsumo, an Italian consumer association is suing Apple and are seeking $73 million in damages. They are accusing Apple of tricking Italian consumers through planned obsolescence. It is a tactic called planned obsolescence which slows down older devices, forcing customers to upgrade. The lawsuit covers four iPhone models: 6, 6s, 6plus and 6Splus. In totality, Apple sold around 1 million of these models between 2014 and 2020. There are similar cases in Belgium and Spain and another one in the offing in Portugal. However, Apple rejects these allegations and denies doing anything to shorten their device's life. Apple has called this a feature of protecting ageing batteries. The consumers, however, are not convinced and are accusing Apple of coaxing them into upgrading their device or buying new batteries. If the Italian lawsuit holds, every affected consumer could end up getting $70 dollars — an amount that will not even get you a charger of that same device.

Did Apple force users to buy new iPhones?

Apple has announced a compensation of $25 to eligible users for deliberately slowing down iPhones.

The company's reputation was tainted by the 2017 Batterygate saga in which iPhone users accused the company of slowing down their phones on purpose so that they will buy the latest version.

Apple had acknowledged the allegation saying that the company took the step to prevent unexpected shutdowns and apps from crashing.

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Apple users who own any version of iPhone 6 or later versions before December 21, 2017, can submit claims for "diminished performance" by their phones.&nbsp;

The settlement will be approved by a judge only when the user agrees that no further appeals will be filed.

The company, however, has insisted that it compensate a total sum of $500 million dollars only due to which some users can get a compensation which is less than $25.

The window for filing claim has been extended till October 6, 2020.

The payments will be processed after December 4.

Apple has announced a compensation of $25 to eligible users for deliberately slowing down iPhones. The company's reputation was tainted by the 2017 Batterygate saga in which iPhone users accused the company of slowing down their phones on purpose so that they will buy the latest version.

Apple has announced a compensation of $25 to eligible users for deliberately slowing down iPhones. The company's reputation was tainted by the 2017 Batterygate saga in which iPhone users accused the company of slowing down their phones on purpose so that they will buy the latest version. Apple had acknowledged the allegation saying that the company took the step to prevent unexpected shutdowns and apps from crashing. Also read: Over 2,500 games removed from Apple's China App Store after loophole shuts Apple users who own any version of iPhone 6 or later versions before December 21, 2017, can submit claims for "diminished performance" by their phones. The settlement will be approved by a judge only when the user agrees that no further appeals will be filed. The company, however, has insisted that it compensate a total sum of $500 million dollars only due to which some users can get a compensation which is less than $25. The window for filing claim has been extended till October 6, 2020. The payments will be processed after December 4.

Apple to give $25 compensation to eligible users for deliberately slowing down older iPhones