Find Out if You are Entitled to Settlement Money From Apple Class Action Lawsuit Involving Siri 'Recording Without Consent'

Per U.S. District Court case Lopez v. Apple Inc., if you owned or purchased a Siri enabled device and experienced an unintended Siri activation during a confidential or private communication between September 17, 2014, and December 31, 2024, you should read this notice as it may impact your legal rights.

Class Action Lawsuit against Apple Inc. related to Siri

Have you ever noticed a smart device activate without you saying the wake word?

It happens. One person filed a lawsuit against Apple Inc. after discovering that Siri recorded their private conversations without consent.

Apple Agrees to Pay Settlement in U.S. District Court Case

Here's what happened:

Apple agreed to pay out a class action settlement on Dec. 31, 2024, due to a lawsuit filed by California resident Funiko Lopez, who claimed in the lawsuit that "Siri conducted unlawful and intentional interception and recording of individuals' confidential communications with their consent and subsequent unauthorized disclosure of those communications."

The court case Lopez v. Apple Inc. states:

"Apple intentionally, willfully, and knowingly violated consumers' privacy rights, including within the sanctity of consumers' own homes where they have the greatest expectation of privacy...Plaintiffs and Class Members would not have bought their Siri Devices or would have paid less for them, if they had known Apple was intercepting, recording, disclosing, and otherwise misusing their conversations without consent or authorization."

Apple agreed to the settlement on Dec. 31, 2024, but "denies all of the allegations made in the lawsuit and denies that [they] did anything improper or unlawful."

Who is Eligible to File a Claim in the Class Action Lawsuit?

Anyone in the U.S. who owned or purchased an Apple device between September 17, 2024, and December 31, 2024, and enabled Siri during that time period is eligible to file a claim before July 2, 2025.

You would receive a notice in the mail or by email with a Claimant ID Code and Confirmation Code. You would take this information from your notice and go to this page online to submit your information.

Below is a screenshot of the Submit Claim page.

Lopez v. Apple Inc. Submit Claim page

Additional Details from Lopez v. Apple Inc. Class Action Lawsuit

The official website of the class action lawsuit states:

• A settlement has been reached with Apple Inc. (“Apple”) in a class action lawsuit brought on behalf of current or former owners or purchasers of a Siri-enabled iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook, iMac, HomePod, iPod touch, or Apple TV (“Siri Device/Devices”) whose confidential or private communications were allegedly obtained by Apple and/or shared with third parties as a result of an unintended Siri activation.  Apple denies all of the allegations made in the lawsuit and denies that Apple did anything improper or unlawful.
• The Settlement provides for a $95 million fund for payments to Settlement Class Members who are individual current or former owners or purchasers of a Siri Device, who reside in the United States or its territories, and whose confidential communications were obtained by Apple and/or were shared with third parties as a result of an unintended Siri activation.  The Settlement Class excludes Apple; any entity in which Apple has a controlling interest; Apple’s directors, officers, and employees; Apple’s legal representatives, successors, and assigns.  Also excluded from the Settlement Class are all judicial officers assigned to this case as well as their staff and immediate families.  The Class Period is September 17, 2014 to December 31, 2024. 
• If you believe you are a Settlement Class Member, you must submit a valid Claim Form to get a payment from the Settlement. Settlement Class Members may submit claims for up to five Siri Devices on which they claim to have experienced an unintended Siri activation during a conversation intended to be confidential or private.  Settlement Class Members who submit valid claims shall receive a pro rata portion of the Net Settlement Amount for a Class Payment of up to a cap of $20 per Siri Device. The amount available to Settlement Class Members will increase or decrease pro rata depending on the total number of valid claims submitted, and Siri Devices claimed.   Depending on the total number of valid claims, this Plan of Allocation is subject to modification by agreement of the Parties without further notice to Settlement Class Members, provided any such modification is approved by the Court. The final amount will not be known until all claims are evaluated.  Please see the information in the Notice concerning payments.
• If you received an email or postcard with a Claim Identification Code and a Confirmation Code notifying you about the Settlement, use these codes when making a claim.   If you did not receive an email or postcard about the Settlement and don’t have these codes but believe you are a member of the Settlement Class, you may still make a claim by going to the Submit a Claim page to make a claim and following the instruction on how to submit a Claim Form.
• You can also opt out of or object to the Settlement.

New Research Reveals a Natural and Innovative Approach to Remove Microplastics from Water

The Organic Indian posted on Facebook that "Okra and Fenugreek extracts remove up to 90% of microplastics from water," announcing an innovation that is more economical and safer method for treating water.

Credit: The Organic Indian on Facebook

The Organic Indian on Facebook posted about new research from Tarleton State University revealed that combined natural extracts from okra and fenugreek demonstrate an efficient ability to "remove up to 90% of microplastics from water." 

This research provides a more economical natural solution for developing countries as opposed to existing chemical-based water treatments widely used in industrialized countries, and also safer for the environment.

The Organic Indian Post on Facebook

On Facebook, The Organic Indian posted the following:

"Okra and fenugreek extracts have emerged as powerful allies in the battle against microplastic pollution. Recent research from Tarleton State University reveals that polysaccharides derived from these plants can effectively remove up to 90% of microplastics from various water sources, including ocean, freshwater, and groundwater. When combined, okra and fenugreek extracts form a natural flocculant that outperforms traditional synthetic agents like polyacrylamide in both efficiency and safety.

This innovative approach not only offers a sustainable solution to a pressing environmental issue but also integrates seamlessly into existing water treatment infrastructures without the need for costly modifications. As researchers continue to optimize these plant-based treatments, the potential for large-scale application grows, paving the way for cleaner water and a healthier planet." -The Organic Indian

China has Developed a New Method to Extract Uranium from Seawater Cheaper and More Efficiently

New Scientist reported that China has developed a new way to extract uranium from seawater efficiently and more economically, possibly paving the way for a large-scale industrialization of uranium extraction.

China has developed a new method for uranium extraction

China Leads the World in Nuclear Power Plant Expansion

According to New Scientist, China is leading the world in building new nuclear power plants, which will only be aided as they have developed a new method for efficient extraction of uranium from seawater. New Scientist reported that "half of the nuclear reactor projects currently under construction are in China," with their installed nuclear capacity to surpass both the US and European Union by 2030.

China has developed this as New Scientist reports that "the world's oceans hold an estimated 4.5 billion tonnes of uranium, which is more than 1000 times the amount that is available through mining."

China Develops New Method for Trapping Uranium with Electric Fields

Previous experiments have harvested uranium from seawater using artificial sponges made of a polymer material. Then there was a method that trapped uranium using an electric field.

According to New Scientist, researcher Shuangyin Wang at Hunan University along with colleagues have developed a new electrochemical method that is both cheaper and more efficient to extract uranium from seawater.

When they tested the method, they were able to extract 100% of the uranium from East China Sea and 85% of the uranium from the South China Sea. 

The Cost Savings of New Uranium Extraction Method

They did this by running 1 liter of seawater through the system using two copper electrodes - one positive and one negative, and both collect uranium. This highly efficient method allows both electrodes to gather uranium with incredible cost savings.

Previous electrochemical methods cost $360 per kilogram of uranium extracted, while this new method claims that it cost $83 per kilogram of uranium extracted.

Arby's Coupon Deals for May 2025 & Social Media Post About Steak Nuggets

Who doesn't like Arby's? It is a high-quality fast food chain known for its meat sandwich offerings. The deal is even sweeter when Arby's has coupon options. This post shows you what several of the Arby's coupons look like.

Arby's coupons May 2025

Arby's Coupons offer Great Deal Options

The Arby's coupons above are an example of the great deals offered by Arby's.

The "2 for $7" coupon is good for gyros and you can redeem it 3 times at once, so you could buy 6 gyros for $21.00 before tax is applied, if you wanted to.

This Arby's coupon has an expiration date of 5/31/2025.

The $7.49 Meal & Snack coupon includes a choice of a classic roast beef sandwich or a classic beef 'n cheddar sandwich, medium fries, medium soft drink, and 4 pc. mozzarella sticks.

This Arby's coupon has an expiration date of 5/31/2025.

The $5 Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich coupon allows you to purchase up to 3 chicken cordon bleu sandwiches in one visit at $5 each before tax.

This Arby's coupon has an expiration date of 5/31/2025.

The "$15 3-course Meal Deal for 2" includes a choice of 2 classic roast beef sandwiches or a classic beef 'n cheddar sandwiches, 2 medium fries, 2 medium soft drinks, and 2 Turnovers.

This Arby's coupon has an expiration date of 5/31/2025.

Arby's coupons

The $6.99 Classic Beef 'N Cheddar Meal coupon allows you to get a classic beef 'n cheddar combo with fries and a fountain drink, and this coupon allows you to buy up to 3 combos during your visit.

This Arby's coupon has an expiration date of 5/31/2025.

Arby's Classic Beef 'N Cheddar Meal coupon

Why Arby's is Better than its Competitors

Arby's is known in its commercials for the deep-voiced tagline, "We have the meats!" and it does have the meats.

One of Arby's greatest strengths is its diverse menu, that often includes brisket, corned beef Reubens, and deli-style turkey and ham sandwiches. They often provide better cuts of meat than their competitors, but that doesn't mean you won't get some sandwiches that have fat in them. Not every sandwich is perfect.

A Post Circulating on Social Media About 'Steak Nuggets'

However, there has been a post circulating on social media stating that Arby's is now serving steak nuggets that resemble burnt ends. Many people are commenting that these are not available at their local Arby's fast food restaurant, which may mean that if these are being served, it is at a select few locations.

This was shared by Suzie the Foodie on May 2, 2025.

She wrote: 

"Arby's now has steak nuggets, these are perfectly seasoned and tender! These taste just like the tips of a brisket." 

The post can be seen below.

Post on Facebook by Suzie the Foodie

If your local Arby's served "steak nuggets," would you order them? 

(Share your thoughts in the comments below.)