Katarzyna Petru
What happened?
If you have been keeping up with leaks from the Apple world, you have probably come across Jon Prosser's videos more than once. Since January, he has been posting materials about iOS 26 (which at the time was still functioning as iOS 19). First, he showed what a redesigned Camera app might look like, and then he added more videos featuring the "Liquid Glass" interface, which – although it was only a reconstruction – ultimately turned out to be quite accurate.
Law Suit from Apple – Not Just About Leaks
It seems that Apple has decided not to leave this unanswered. The company has just filed a lawsuit in California, accusing Prosser, among other things, of misappropriating trade secrets and violating federal cybersecurity regulations.
And most interestingly – according to Apple, it all began with… a hack.
Apple got wind of it in April. Documents reveal that Michael Ramacciotti (the second defendant) hacked into a developer iPhone belonging to Apple employee Ethan Lipnick during a visit to his home.
Allegedly, he used location tracking, acquired the access code, and accessed the phone. During this “hack,” he connected via video with Prosser and showed him an early version of iOS 19.
Was the plan established earlier?
According to what Apple writes, Prosser was supposed to propose the entire plan. He promised Ramacciotti that he would "sort out payment" for him if only he provided access to a developer iPhone.
Prosser was supposed to record the conversation, keep the recordings with him, and use them in his materials on YouTube. Someone who saw these videos recognised Lipnik's flat in the background – which confirmed that the leak was genuine.
The company notes that there is no certainty whether Prosser has more materials. The iPhone that was accessed also contained other features that remain confidential and undisclosed.
What does Apple want?
Apple has filed a lawsuit and is demanding:
a trial by jury,
damages (including punitive damages),
an injunction against further disclosure of confidential information,
assistance in locating and destroying all recordings,
reimbursement of court costs and interest.
Response from Prosser
Jon Prosser quickly responded to the allegations by publishing a brief statement on platform X, denying the version presented by Apple. He claims that "the situation did not look that way from his perspective" and assures that he has evidence for this. He emphasises that he did not plan any hacking, did not have any passwords, and did not know how the information was obtained. Finally, he adds that he is waiting for a conversation with Apple regarding this matter.
What's next?
For now, it's hard to predict how this will unfold. Apple does not file lawsuits blindly – so it seems they have concrete evidence. On the other hand, Prosser is not a random YouTuber – his leaks have often proven to be accurate.
The case will definitely develop further – and I wouldn't be surprised if new details emerged overnight.
Source: hdtvtest
