Smartphones Lead as Top Source of Digital Evidence in Investigations: Cellebrite Report

Thursday, Feb 5, 2026 8:33 am ET1min read
CLBT--

Cellebrite's 2026 Industry Trends Report reveals smartphones as the leading source of digital evidence in investigations at 97%, up 24 points from 2024. 65% believe AI can accelerate investigations, but one-third say policies prevent its use. Cloud receptiveness hit 42%, yet two-thirds still rely on physical media. Public safety respondents agree digital evidence increases case solvability, but complexity strains caseloads.

Smartphones Lead as Top Source of Digital Evidence in Investigations: Cellebrite Report

Stay ahead of the market.

Get curated U.S. market news, insights and key dates delivered to your inbox.

Comments



Add a public comment...
No comments

No comments yet