Apple Acts to Remove Leaked iPhone 18 Pro Videos After Cyberattack
Apple is reportedly taking steps to limit the spread of leaked video footage of the iPhone 18 Pro, which surfaced online after a cyberattack on Tata Electronics, one of its manufacturing partners in India. The videos, which showed a silver-gray iPhone 18 Pro undergoing drop testing, were initially shared on X (formerly Twitter) and featured a design with a more uniform rear compared to the iPhone 17 Pro. The device showcased the expected three-camera array, with lenses that appeared to protrude more than those on its predecessor, and a reflective Apple logo on the back.
The clips were first posted by the account @EvLeaks and later shared by Ice Universe, but they were swiftly removed by X for violating platform rules. The @EvLeaks account has since been suspended. Evan Blass, previously associated with EvLeaks, distanced himself from the new account and the leak, suggesting that Apple may be taking more decisive action against leaks than competitors like Samsung have in the past.
It remains unclear whether the removals were prompted by Apple or Tata Electronics, or if the videos were deemed fake. Meanwhile, Ice Universe reported on Weibo that Apple had already banned the leaked data on Twitter. Although Apple has not commented on the removals, the videos appeared credible based on descriptions from Reuters.
The leaked footage follows reports that Apple is concerned about confidential files stolen from Tata Electronics and circulated on the dark web. These files reportedly included Apple-watermarked documents, component details, supplier information, codenames, and images of the iPhone 18 Pro during testing. Apple is currently investigating the incident and collaborating with Tata to enhance security measures.
While the videos are not being shared here for caution, some continue to circulate online. The rapid takedown of the clips suggests that Apple is acting more aggressively in response to this significant data breach to prevent further dissemination. The situation remains fluid, and clarity may emerge closer to the iPhone 18 Pro's expected release in September.
