Canadians Who Owned Older iPhones Can Apply for $150 in Settlement Pay Out

Apple purposefully issued software updates that slowed down devices, and you could get a payout as a result.
Conor Cawley
Written By
Published on April 16, 2024
iPhone in Use

Another day, another chance to cash in on Apple screwing over iPhone users with a class action suit that applies to Canadian users.

Let’s be honest, iPhone users are no stranger to issues that could’ve been avoided. Apple has been embroiled in a number of class action lawsuits that have cost the company millions, including one that could net older iPhone users up to $349 per user.

Now, Canadian users can take advantage of their nefarious business practices. Just follow the steps below to see if you’re eligible for a payout.

Apple has settled a class action lawsuit to the tune of $14.4 million. Brought by the British Colombia Supreme Court in 2018 and finally settled this January, the class action states that Apple purposefully provided software updates that would throttle the performance of devices.

Unlike some class action lawsuits that only pay a few bucks, this one could actually net iPhone 6 and iPhone 7 users a solid payout, with up to $150 available to those that are eligible.

About Tech.co Video Thumbnail Showing Lead Writer Conor Cawley Smiling Next to Tech.co Logo

This just in! View the top business tech deals for 2026 👨‍💻

“We’re pleased with the results. It was a complex matter.” – K.S. Garcha, a lawyer for the class

Think you might be eligible? Keep scrolling to learn about whether or not you are, and how to claim the settlement.

For starters, it’s important to note that this settlement is only eligible for Canadian citizens, so if you’re hoping to get a piece of the action and you live in the US, the UK, or anywhere else, you’re out of luck.

Here are the other requirements for eligibility to take advantage of the iPhone settlement:

  • Canadian citizen as of June 15, 2023 (Quebec excluded)
  • Owned or previously owned iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, SE, 7 and/or 7 Plus
  • Device ran iOS 10.2.1 or later prior to December 21, 2017

If you’re from Quebec, have no fear. There is a separate class action lawsuit for those users, so you still have a chance to get the payout from another settlement.

If you think you’re eligible for this class action lawsuit settlement from Apple, you’re in luck. The process for claiming your payment is quite easy, and we’re happy to guide you along the way.

First, you’ll want to head on over to the claim website to fill out a form. You’ll have to confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements by providing personal information like your name, address, email, and phone number. You’ll also be required to provide the serial number for the device in question.

Running into issues with your claim, even though you’re sure that you’re eligible? Feel free to shoot an email over to info@smartphoneperformancesettlement.ca to get all the help you need to finish up.

Written By

Conor Cawley

Conor is the Lead Writer for Tech.co. For the last eight years, he’s covered everything from tech news and product reviews to digital marketing trends and business tech innovations. He’s a feature, reviews, and news contributor for Android Police, and he has hosted tech-focused events for SXSW, Tech in Motion, and General Assembly, to name a few. He also cannot pronounce the word “colloquially” correctly.

You can email Conor at conor@tech.co.

More about

Popular topics