Summary
Google has agreed to a $135 million settlement in a lawsuit about using Android users' cellular data without clear consent. The settlement applies to U.S. residents who used Android devices on cellular networks at any time since November 12, 2017. Eligible users will receive payments based on how many people claim the funds.
Key Facts
- Google settled a lawsuit for $135 million regarding data use on Android devices.
- The lawsuit claimed Google used users' paid cellular data without proper disclosure.
- Google did not admit any wrongdoing in the case.
- Settlement payments will go to U.S. residents who used Android on cellular networks since November 2017.
- California residents are not included due to a previous similar settlement.
- Payments to users may vary but are expected to be less than $100 per person.
- The settlement will be approved after a judge reviews it in a final approval hearing.
- Eligible users will get notifications on how to receive their payments.
