Google settles Android cellular data lawsuit for $135 million

14 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 26

The settlement covers Android users who used cellular data after November 12, 2017, with an estimated 100 million people potentially eligible for payments.
The lawsuit alleged Android devices sent data to Google in the background without user consent, using paid cellular networks instead of Wi-Fi. Google denies wrongdoing but will provide additional disclosures about data practices.
Eligible users may receive modest payments, with the opt-out deadline set for May 29, 2026, and final approval hearing on June 23, 2026. The case highlights ongoing concerns about transparency and user control over mobile data usage.

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