Owner of an Apple or Samsung phone? You could receive a share of a £480m payout

Consumers who purchased Apple or Samsung smartphones from 2015 to 2024 may share in a £480 million payout if a lawsuit against Qualcomm succeeds.

• Consumer group Which? represents approximately 29 million UK customers in a class action lawsuit against Qualcomm, alleging unfair pricing practices.
• The payout of £480 million could benefit those who bought Apple or Samsung smartphones between 2015 and 2024, marking a significant financial potential for consumers.
• Qualcomm's pricing strategies are under scrutiny, with Which? arguing that the company's practices have inflated smartphone costs for millions of consumers in the UK.
• The lawsuit's outcome could set a precedent for future cases involving technology companies and their pricing policies, potentially affecting the broader smartphone market.