AUSSIES IN APPLE BITE

A QUEENSLAND law firm could be the latest practice in the world to launch a class action against Apple for intentionally slowing down old iPhones.

The legal battle stems back to December when Reddit users discovered Apple updates caused older iPhones to slow.

Apple apologised for the “misunderstanding”, but suggested it was more about prolonging the life of its devices as opposed to forcing users to upgrade or pay for a new battery.

Shine Lawyers class action expert Jan Saddler said the defects found in the iPhone 6, 6S, SE and 7 could see cases against Apple.

“In Australia, we will be looking at a class action for strict product liability, negligence, breach of warranty, and a violation of consumer trust,” she said.