Apple-related class-action lawsuits in Canada have recently focused on alleged battery/“slowing down” issues on older iPhones, with court steps around a settlement and (in some reports) opt-out deadlines tied to the same matter.
What’s been in the news
- B.C. iPhone class action settlement (battery/performance issue): Reports say Apple agreed to a settlement amount reported in the range of about $11.1 million to $14.4 million, and that Canadians had an opt-out deadline tied to the process.[1][4]
- Court approval stage (B.C. Supreme Court): Coverage around the B.C. proceedings describes a judge deciding whether to approve the settlement, with payouts described as between $17.50 and $150 depending on approved claims.[3]
Quick note
If you tell me which province you’re in (e.g., Ontario vs. Quebec vs. British Columbia) and whether you’re asking about iPhone batteries/performance or a different Apple product (like iPods), I can narrow to the most relevant Canada case and summarize the latest procedural status for that specific matter.
Sources
Apple Inc. has agreed to settle a pair of class-action lawsuits in Canada alleging it misled customers about the staying power of their iPods, the latest courtroom truce over the dwindling battery life of early generations of the device.
www.ctvnews.caCanadian iPhone users could receive a payment from Apple due to a class-action lawsuit against the tech company.
dailyhive.comAfter Apple admitted to slowing down iPhones, the two law firms are seeking authorization to file a class-action lawsuit against the electronics giant for allegedly violating Quebec's consumer protection act.
www.cbc.caThis website has been established to provide general information related to the proposed settlement of the case referred to as Consumer Warranty Class Action.
www.consumerwarrantyclassaction.comThe law firms are now seeking authorization from the Quebec Superior Court.
www.iphoneincanada.caA lawyer for a group of Apple iPhone users whose devices allegedly slowed down after software updates argued for a B.C. Supreme Court judge to accept a settlement agreement in Vancouver on Monday.
www.cbc.caCanadians have until later today to opt out of a class-action lawsuit that could see Apple pay up to $14 million collectively to some iPhone users.
www.bnnbloomberg.caIf you've bought an iPhone since December 29, 2014 you might be included.
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