You may be entitled to a payout if you owned a first generation, Series 1, Series 2, or Series 3 Apple Watch.
If you own one of the earlier Apple Watch models, you might be able to receive money from a class action settlement worth $20 million. Apple has just agreed to settle a lawsuit that alleged that some of its first-generation, Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3 Apple Watches experienced battery swelling problems that might have caused damage to the devices. The company has stated that it "strongly" disagrees with the allegations made in the case and has denied any wrongdoing. However, it has also stated that it "agreed to settle to avoid further litigation," according to a statement provided to TechCrunch. The precise amount of the payments will be determined by the total number of claimants who participate, although it is anticipated that the payouts would range from $20 to $50 for each qualified device.
The class action lawsuit website has a complete breakdown of eligibility and dates, but the most important thing to remember is that you must have reported the issue to Apple in the United States between April 24, 2015, and February 6, 2024, in order to earn reimbursement. According to the website, "Settlement Class Members will receive a payment without the need to submit a claim form." All you have to do is provide your payment information on the settlement website (here) before April 10. Letters and emails will be sent out to notify you of your eligibility.
