Apple Closes the Book on $23 Million Lawsuit Against Geep Canada Without Resolution

Summary After five years, Apple has dropped a $23 million lawsuit against Geep Canada, a recycling firm accused of stealing nearly 100,000 iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches. The suit was filed in January 2020, following an audit in 2017 that revealed the devices had not been destroyed as agreed. Apple tracked serial numbers and found some resold in China, leading to the lawsuit. Geep blamed 'rogue employees' but subsequently ceased operations and merged with Quantum Lifecycle Partners. The dismissal came just one day before the case's five-year inactivity deadline under Canadian law. While the details of the resolution are unclear, the suit effectively destroyed Geep Canada and sent a strong message to other recycling firms about the consequences of such actions. Apple continues to prioritize its own recycling efforts and environmental initiatives.