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Smartphones Critical to Police Investigations, Challenges Highlighted

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A report from Cellebrite reveals that smartphones are now a key source of digital evidence in nearly all police investigations. The 2026 Industry Trends Report, based on interviews with 1200 law enforcement practitioners, shows a significant increase in the reliance on digital evidence, with 95% agreeing it is crucial for solving cases. Smartphones are cited as the top source of digital evidence, and agencies are reallocating resources to digital investigations. However, the complexity of digital evidence and challenges such as locked devices and training gaps are increasing workloads.

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  1. 05.02.2026 15:30 1 articles · 9h ago

    Cellebrite Report Highlights Smartphones as Key Digital Evidence Source

    A new report from Cellebrite reveals that smartphones are now a critical source of digital evidence in nearly all police investigations. The report, based on interviews with 1200 law enforcement practitioners, shows a significant increase in the reliance on digital evidence and highlights challenges such as the complexity of digital evidence and the need for better tools and training.

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