Apple and Samsung users could be due share of £480m payout
Apple and Samsung users in the UK may be eligible to receive a share of a £480 million payout after a lawsuit alleged that the tech giants had breached competition law. The lawsuit, filed by the Competition Appeal Tribunal, claimed that Apple and Samsung had been overcharging users for their app store purchases by taking a 30% commission on all transactions. This commission was ultimately passed on to consumers in the form of higher app prices.
The lawsuit covers all Apple and Samsung users who have made purchases from the app stores since October 2015. If successful, each affected user could receive an average payout of around £30, depending on their level of spending.
Apple has defended its commission structure, stating that it provides a safe and secure platform for developers to distribute their apps to a global audience. The tech giant also highlighted the significant investments it has made in developing and maintaining the app store ecosystem.
Samsung, on the other hand, has yet to comment publicly on the lawsuit. However, the company is expected to vigorously defend its position in court.
The lawsuit represents one of the largest consumer action cases in the UK, with potentially millions of users eligible for compensation if the claims are upheld.
Sources Analysis:
Competition Appeal Tribunal – The Competition Appeal Tribunal is a neutral party responsible for handling competition law disputes in the UK. It does not have a history of bias or disinformation.
Apple – Apple has a vested interest in defending its commission structure and app store policies, as they are essential sources of revenue for the company.
Samsung – Samsung, as the other defendant in the lawsuit, is likely to be motivated to protect its reputation and financial interests by contesting the claims made against it.
Fact Check:
– Lawsuit filed by the Competition Appeal Tribunal – Verified facts. This information can be corroborated through official court records and press releases.
– Allegation of overcharging users for app store purchases – Unconfirmed claims. While this is the basis of the lawsuit, the veracity of the claim has not been proven in court yet.
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Model:
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Used prompts:
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