Apple has agreed to pay $20 million to settle a class action lawsuit regarding battery swelling issues in early Apple Watch models. 

If you owned a first-generation, Series 1, Series 2, or Series 3 Apple Watch, you may be eligible for compensation.

Lawsuit Details and Settlement Terms

The lawsuit claimed that certain Apple Watch models experienced battery swelling, which could cause damage to the devices. While Apple denies any wrongdoing, the company stated that it "strongly disagrees" with the allegations but chose to settle to avoid further litigation.

The settlement amount will be distributed among eligible claimants.

Payments are expected to range between $20 to $50 per device, depending on the number of claims submitted.

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify for a payment, you must have reported the battery swelling issue to Apple in the U.S. between April 24, 2015, and February 6, 2024.

How to Claim Your Payment

-No claim form is required—if eligible, you will receive a notice by mail or email.

-You must submit your payment details via the settlement website by April 10, 2024.

-A full breakdown of eligibility and deadlines is available on the official class action lawsuit website.

Apple Watch owners who meet the criteria are encouraged to review their eligibility and submit their payment information before the deadline.