Smartphone Battery Defect Class Action
Chen v. Apex Mobile Inc.
What this is about
Apex Mobile agreed to a $310M settlement to resolve claims that certain smartphone models had batteries that degraded faster than advertised, leading to performance throttling.
Who may qualify
You qualify if you purchased an Apex X10, X11, or X12 smartphone in the U.S. between June 2020 and December 2023. Proof of purchase is required for the higher tier payout. Estimated payout ranges from $25 (no proof) to $400 (with proof).
Final eligibility is determined by the settlement administrator.
Evidence guidance
This claim may require supporting documents such as receipts, account statements, notices, screenshots, repair records, or proof of purchase. Stronger evidence can improve approval odds or payout tier where the settlement allows it.
Claimwell helps organize evidence; the settlement administrator makes the final decision.