"iPhone Owners Begin Receiving Apple's 'Batterygate' Settlement Checks"

Apple has begun issuing settlement payments to eligible iPhone users as part of the "Batterygate" class action lawsuit, with individuals receiving $92.17 per claim. The lawsuit stemmed from Apple's undisclosed throttling of iPhone performance to manage chemically aged batteries and prevent unexpected shutdowns. Apple, while denying legal wrongdoing, agreed to the settlement to avoid protracted litigation. Affected models include certain iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, SE, 7, and 7 Plus devices.