Apple Gives Canadian iPhone Owners a Sweet Cash Deal for 2017 Battery Fails
Remember when Apple’s battery throttling saga hit Canada in 2017? Well, the tech giant has finally poured a pot of dough into the mix—$14.4 million Canadian dollars—to settle the class‑action suit. The deal is still on the waiting‑list, eye‑rolling at the BC Supreme Court for a verdict by January 29, according to the court’s bulletin.
What does that mean for you? If you’re an iPhone holder in Canada, you’ll be eligible to file a claim for up to $150 CAD per device. How big your payout will be comes down to a little math: the more folks who lodge claim forms, the bigger the potential share. It’s a little like a potluck dinner—bring your phone, and you’ll get a bite of the money pie!
How to Claim Your Slice
- Check the court’s notice for the final approval date.
- Fill out Apple’s claim form—easy as pie.
- Submit your photo of the device (just kidding, but you’ll need proof of ownership).
- Hang tight for the settlement calculation.
So, if you’ve been patting your battery on the back for years, it’s time to pat yourself on the back for the cash that’s on its way. Apple’s at it again—sorry, rewarding—turning those slow‑downs into sweet little returns.
Apple’s iPhone Settlement—Who Gets a Slice?
If you’re a former or current Canadian resident (sorry Quebec, you’re left out of this one) who owned or bought an iPhone 6 through iPhone 7 Plus running iOS 11.2 or newer, and you made that purchase before December 21, 2017, you’re probably eligible for Apple’s latest settlement.
Quick Eligibility Checklist
- Location: Canadian resident (but NOT Quebec).
- Device Range: iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6 S, iPhone 6 S Plus, iPhone 7, or iPhone 7 Plus.
- Software: Must be on iOS 11.2 or later (no older iPhones count).
- Timeline: Purchase or ownership prior to December 21, 2017.
Once you confirm you meet these points, you’re on the good side. No extra steps needed—just wait for Apple to approve the settlement offer. If there’s a hurry, check the official settlement page for the latest updates.
U.S. Side of the Coin
Across the border, Apple wrapped up a similar lawsuit for a hefty $500 million payout. That’s a chunky chunk of cash that definitely made headlines.
What’s Next?
Keep an eye on the official settlement portal; once the offer gets the green light, you’ll know exactly what comes next. Until then, you’re probably just sitting back and enjoying your iPhone—maybe with a small dopamine hit when the news rolls out.
