Jon Prosser is a well-known tech YouTuber and online personality recognized for leaking inside information about upcoming tech products, particularly those from Apple. He runs the YouTube channel Front Page Tech (fpt.), where he shares product rumors, leaked renderings, and exclusive insights, often ahead of official company announcements.
Over the past few years, Prosser has built a reputation as one of the most prolific leakers in the Apple space, with a mix of accurate and speculative predictions.
While some praise him for transparency, others criticize him for potentially undermining companies’ product secrecy. Now, that reputation has landed him in serious legal trouble.
In July 2025, Apple filed a lawsuit against Jon Prosser and his associate, Michael Ramacciotti, alleging the theft of trade secrets related to its next-generation mobile operating system, iOS 26.
According to MacRumors, Apple claims that confidential design details were leaked before WWDC 2025 through Prosser’s videos and social posts.
Prosser had published renders showing major UI updates, such as a redesigned Camera app, a new Messages interface, and a visual overhaul dubbed ‘Liquid Glass‘. Many of these elements later appeared in Apple’s official release, raising eyebrows about the accuracy of his leaks.
The lawsuit alleges the leaks came from a development iPhone owned by Ethan Lipnik, an Apple employee and a friend of Ramacciotti.
Apple claims that Prosser and Ramacciotti worked together to gain access to the device, obtain Lipnik’s passcode, and determine times when the phone would be left unattended.
According to the complaint, Ramacciotti accessed the iPhone, initiated a FaceTime call with Prosser, and showcased iOS 26’s pre-release build. Prosser then allegedly recorded the session, which he later used to create videos portraying the upcoming iOS version.
Apple also states the development phone may have contained additional trade secrets that remain unaccounted for.
Apple is now seeking an injunction to block further disclosure of its internal information and damages for the alleged theft of trade secrets.
The company emphasized that this breach came to light through an anonymous tip, after viewers recognized Lipnik’s apartment in the leaked footage. Lipnik was later fired for failing to report the incident and violating company policy.
In response, Jon Prosser denied Apple’s version of events, stating that he was unaware of any wrongdoing and looked forward to clarifying things with the company.
He hasn’t shared further public comments, but legal experts suggest the case could test how far companies can go in controlling leaks, and how much leakers can claim as protected speech or journalism.
This lawsuit underscores the growing tension between tech companies and online leakers, particularly in an era where product information spreads rapidly and early leaks can disrupt marketing strategies.
For Prosser, the case could shape his future as a tech insider, and for Apple, it marks a bold stance in protecting its intellectual property.
