Mobile Device Forensics
iOS & Android | Corporate Investigations | Litigation Support | Incident Response
4n6PI performs forensic acquisition and analysis of mobile devices with the same rigor applied to enterprise endpoint investigations. Chain-of-custody compliant, court-ready, and handled with strict confidentiality.
Mobile Forensic Capabilities
Mobile devices are often central to corporate investigations, employment disputes, data theft cases, and litigation matters. 4n6PI applies forensic-grade methodology to mobile acquisition and analysis, producing findings that are accurate, repeatable, and defensible under legal scrutiny.
Engagements are handled with full chain-of-custody documentation from intake through reporting, ensuring evidence integrity regardless of the downstream use case.
Forensic Acquisition
Full file system, logical, and physical acquisition of iOS and Android devices using industry-standard forensic tools. Acquisition methods are selected based on device model, OS version, and case requirements to maximize recoverable data while preserving evidence integrity.
Deleted Data Recovery
Recovery of deleted messages, call logs, photos, documents, and application data from mobile devices. Recovered artifacts are processed and presented in a format suitable for investigative review and legal production.
Communication Analysis
Extraction and analysis of SMS, iMessage, WhatsApp, Signal, Teams, and other messaging platform data. Includes contact identification, timestamp reconstruction, and thread analysis to support investigative timelines.
Application Data Extraction
Extraction of data from installed applications including email clients, cloud storage apps, productivity tools, and social platforms. Relevant to insider threat, data exfiltration, and policy violation investigations.
Location & Activity Analysis
Analysis of GPS history, cell tower data, Wi-Fi connection logs, and device activity patterns to establish location history and usage timelines relevant to the investigation.
Defensible Reporting
Structured forensic reports documenting acquisition methodology, analytical findings, and evidentiary conclusions. Reports are written to support internal review, HR proceedings, regulatory disclosure, or litigation.
Supported Platforms
4n6PI supports forensic examination of a wide range of mobile devices and operating systems, including:
- Apple iOS devices -- iPhone and iPad across current and legacy iOS versions
- Android devices from major manufacturers including Samsung, Google Pixel, LG, and Motorola
- Corporate-managed devices enrolled in MDM platforms including Intune and Jamf
- Devices with full-disk encryption -- acquisition methodology matched to device capabilities
- Legacy and end-of-life devices where preservation of aging evidence is required
When to Engage 4n6PI for Mobile Forensics
- Employee misconduct or policy violation investigation involving a company or personal device
- Data theft -- determining what was taken, when, and where it went
- Litigation hold and preservation of mobile evidence for discovery
- Incident response -- mobile device involved in a security incident or compromise
- HR or legal investigation requiring forensic examination of communications
- Regulatory inquiry requiring documented evidence of mobile activity
- Separation or termination matter involving suspected exfiltration to a personal device
Why 4n6PI for Mobile Forensics
Mobile forensics requires more than a tool extraction. The value is in understanding what the data means in the context of the investigation, documenting the methodology correctly, and producing findings that will hold up when challenged. 4n6PI brings 20 years of DFIR experience and EnCE certification to every engagement -- whether the matter is internal or headed toward litigation.
Remote consultation and evidence intake coordination is available nationwide. On-site examination can be arranged when required by the matter or the client.
Start a Mobile Forensics Engagement
Whether you have a device in hand or need guidance on preservation before collection, 4n6PI can help you move forward correctly from the first step.