# Judge Approves Apple's $250 Million Settlement in Siri Lawsuit Apple closes lawsuit over delayed Siri features with court-approved settlement. - **Source:** [AppleInsider News](https://brifing.si/source/4f063a0c-06a9-46c3-84ea-633b4d4b1a4f) - **Published:** 2026-07-24 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/2e22a7c4-f59e-4e74-bc43-d0e51d004e81 ## Origins of the Lawsuit In 2025, Apple promoted new iPhones with Apple Intelligence and Siri features. However, these features were not delivered on time. This delay led to a class-action lawsuit by users who claimed they bought iPhones specifically for these features. ## Apple's Admission In March 2025, Apple admitted to the delay in Siri features, citing technical challenges. This admission strengthened the plaintiffs' claims and increased pressure on the company. ## Settlement Offer In May 2025, Apple proposed a $250 million settlement to resolve the lawsuit. The offer was accepted by both parties, but required judicial approval to become official. ## Court Decision Judge Noel Wise of the US District Court for the Northern District of California provisionally approved Apple's settlement offer. This decision marked a significant step toward closing the case. ## Settlement Details The $250 million settlement aims to compensate the plaintiffs for their claims. Apple seeks to minimize both financial and reputational losses through this agreement. ## Implications and Outcomes Apple's resolution of this lawsuit highlights the need for greater caution in future product launches. It also underscores the responsibility of tech companies to deliver on their promises. ## Sources covering this story - https://appleinsider.com/articles/26/07/24/judge-approves-apples-250-million-settlement-offer-over-siri-lawsuit?utm_source=rss — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._