Apple Will Pay $10 Million in Powerbeats 2 Lawsuit

Cupertino-based technology giant Apple, Beats signature wireless headset Powerbeats 2 It was launched in 2014. At that time, Apple claimed to have designed the headphones as "water and sweat resistant" and marketed them as such, but today, for the same reason, approximately $10 million accepted the payment.

According to Cnet, within the scope of the lawsuit filed in 2017, users claimed that the Powerbeats 2 headphones did not deliver what Apple promised. 6 hours of battery life They were complaining that it was not working and that the battery was getting worse over time. Likewise, after a while, the headphones become IPX4 sweat and water resistance It is also claimed that he cannot afford it.

Although Apple agreed to pay, it denied the allegations:

After a lawsuit that lasted nearly 3 years, the US company today $9.75 million agreed to make a payment. At this point, although Apple approved the agreement and agreed to pay, it rejected the allegations and you didn't do anything wrong he stated again. Reportedly, the company made such a decision only because the “expenses of the ongoing litigation” may be more than the payment to be made.

Within the scope of the agreement Before 7 August 2020 Users who purchase Powerbeats 2 headphones and reside in the USA will be able to request payment online until November 20. The amount users receive a refund will vary depending on the number of claimants in the case, proof of purchase, whether warranty services were obtained, and several other factors.

Last hearing in the case in which Apple agreed to pay 9.75 million dollars January 15, 2021 It will be seen on. At this hearing, it will also be decided whether the $9.75 million that Apple agreed to pay is sufficient.