The proposed settlement, which still requires a judge’s approval, was indicated in court documents filed Monday in San Jose, California.
The much criticized keyboards were initially intended to help slim down laptops and included on MacBooks released from 2015 to 2019. Unlike most laptop keyboards that use a “scissor mechanism” — two interlocking switches that click together when the key is pressed — Apple’s butterfly method has mirrored switches that expand like wings.
Under the proposed settlement, customers who had to replace multiple keyboards can expect payouts up to $395 and those who had a single keyboard replaced can expect around $125, according to the filing. Customers who had obtained key cap replacements can expect a $50 payout.
Apple did not immediately respond to CNN Business’ request for comment Tuesday. As part of the settlement agreement, Apple denied any wrongdoing and denied that any MacBooks are defective.
