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Millions of iCloud users could claim share of £3bn after Apple case given UK green light
Key takeaways
- Consumer group Which? has accused the tech giant of "trapping" users into its cloud service.
- Consumers who used i Cloud between November 2018 and June 2026 and were living in the UK on 8 June will be included in the claim unless they opt out.
- Apple has previously called the claims unfounded, saying no customer is required to use the iCloud service, with alternatives available, and that it "strongly disagrees" with the decision and plans to appeal.
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Laura Cress Technology reporter Getty Images. A class action lawsuit which could entitle millions in the UK to a share of a £3bn claim against Apple is set to proceed to trial.
Consumer group Which? has accused the tech giant of "trapping" users into its cloud service. It says 40 million i Cloud customers could be entitled to roughly £77 each if successful.
Consumers who used i Cloud between November 2018 and June 2026 and were living in the UK on 8 June will be included in the claim unless they opt out.
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