Highlights
- A data breach at Tata Electronics allegedly exposed over 200,000 Apple files including circuit board drawings and details of the iPhone 18 Pro A20 chipset.
- An alleged iPhone 18 Pro drop test video surfaced online hinting at a refreshed rear design, thicker build and more protruding camera lenses, though authenticity is unverified.
- Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro lineup and foldable iPhone in September 2026 with Pro models tipped to feature variable aperture cameras.
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro may have leaked ahead of its expected September launch after a reported data breach at one of its suppliers. According to multiple reports, a cybersecurity incident involving Tata Electronics has allegedly exposed internal files related to Apple’s future products including an alleged drop test video of the iPhone 18 Pro that has been circulating on social media.
While the authenticity of the leaked video has not been independently verified, it has sparked speculation about the final design of Apple’s next-generation flagship smartphone.
Tata Electronics Data Breach Reportedly Exposes Apple Files
Alleged iPhone 18 Pro leaked file. (Image credit – @earlyappleleaks on X)
According to reports, Tata Electronics, one of Apple’s India-based suppliers recently suffered a cybersecurity incident that allegedly resulted in more than 200,000 files being uploaded to the dark web.
The leaked data is said to include documentation related to several products manufactured by Tata. A Reuters report claims the files also contain drawings of the iPhone 18 Pro circuit board, details of the Apple A20 chipset and supplier component lists.
Lots of files have surfaced from the TATA, thousands of files regarding iPhone 18 Pro, along with this.
Seemingly depicting a cherry red iPhone.
Some files are too sensitive to share here, so I’ve created a discord server.https://t.co/yb9NKDOSiW pic.twitter.com/TW0zgrMkqE
— Early Apple (@earlyappleleaks) June 30, 2026
The leaked material reportedly includes images from Apple’s durability testing process. Although there is no confirmation that videos were part of the leaked files, an alleged iPhone 18 Pro drop test video briefly appeared on social media before being removed.
Alleged Drop Test Video Hints at Refreshed Design
The video was initially shared on X by well-known tipster Ice Universe before it was taken down. Commenting on the clip, the tipster said, “This is easily the biggest leak in Apple’s history. You’re looking at the drop test of the iPhone 18 Pro. Durability seems solid, but it’s still surprisingly thick, and the weight remains a concern. The new color looks pretty good, though.”
According to the leaked footage, the alleged iPhone 18 Pro appears to feature a refreshed rear design with a metal-and-glass finish that looks more uniform compared to the two-tone design seen on the iPhone 17 series.
The video also suggests that the rear camera lenses protrude further from the body than those on the iPhone 17 Pro.
Another version of the same video from a different angle was reportedly shared by EVLeaks before it was also removed. However, a post from X users such as TechKard and TrakinTech showing both videos side by side reportedly remains available.
iPhone 18 Pro drop test from recent data breach at Apple supplier Tata Electronics.
Via:@evleaks #Apple #iPhone18Pro https://t.co/9ZSojlOLSr pic.twitter.com/wdZs6dKuQP
— Piyush Bhasarkar (@TechKard) June 30, 2026
It is worth noting that multiple tech publications have stated that they have not been able to verify whether the leaked footage is genuine or AI-generated.
Meanwhile, Apple has not issued any public statement regarding the reported data breach. However, a Tata Electronics spokesperson told TechCrunch that the incident had “no impact on our operations across businesses, which remain unaffected.”
As with all leaks, readers should treat the information with caution until Apple officially unveils the iPhone 18 series.
iPhone 18 Pro – What to Expect?
Based on previous rumours, the iPhone 18 Pro is expected to retain a triple 48MP rear camera setup comprising a primary, ultra-wide, and 4x telephoto camera. However, Apple is also tipped to introduce a variable aperture camera system for the first time on an iPhone allowing improved control over light intake and photography.
Apple is widely expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and its first foldable iPhone, which has been referred to as the iPhone Fold in leaks during its September launch event. Recent speculation suggests the event could take place on September 8 although Apple has not officially confirmed the date.
