Do you have a Nike FuelBand and would like a few extra greenbacks in your pocket? Well, luckily for you, a settlement has been reached over a 2013 class action suit brought against Nike and Apple over the device. According to the plaintiffs, led by class representative Carolyn Levin, despite advertisements and claims that the FuelBand accurately tracked activity, the band did not accurately record calories burnt, steps taken, or NikeFuel points. They alleged both Apple and Nike knew of the product’s deficiencies yet continued to sell it. Nike has agreed to pay out $2.4 million to band owners while it appears Apple will have no penalties.
If you purchased a FuelBand anytime between January 19th, 2012 and June 17th, 2015, you are eligible to be a class member. By filing out an online claims form by January 6th, 2016, you can receive either a $15 payment or a $25 Nike gift card. If you are eligible, you should have received an email this past Friday.
