Steps involved in seizing evidence from a mobile device, and information a mobile device reveals about the owner.

Mobile Forensics Assignment Student’s Name Institution Course # and Name Professor’s Name Submission Date Mobile forensics constitutes a science branch that uses appropriate and prescribed scientific forensic archetypes to recover digital evidence from mobile devices. Given the rising demand for mobile-driven services, dynamic changes in mobile technologies, increased users, and the fast-expanding Internet of Things (IoT) technology, mobile forensics has become an increasingly essential subject. In the recent past, it is rare to find a criminal case that does not involve some kind of digital forensics with cell phones being the most vital sources of evidence. Different processes should be followed when it comes to extracting this evidence to prevent the possibility of the evidence being tainted in a court of law. This paper discusses the properties of my mobile device as an employee of the DigiFirm Investigation Company, the steps to seize evidence from this device, legal issues related to such activities, and general information that the device might reveal about my life. Mobile Device Properties One of my mobile devices is the iPhone 14 Pro Max. It has a gold finish with a ceramic shield front, a stainless steel design, and a textured matte glass back. Its storage capacity is 128GB, which is relatively larger compared to its predecessors. In terms of size and weight, it has a width of 77.6 mm, a height of 160.7 mm, a depth of 7.85 mm, and a weight of 240 grams (Apple Inc., 2023). The iPhone 14 Pro Max display is characterized by rounded corners, that demonstrate a beautifully curved design, and these corners are enclosed in a standard rectangle. The screen is 6.69 inches diagonally when measured as a standard rectangular shape (Apple Inc., 2023). It has advanced processing power in terms of efficiency and speed. This is a selling point for the manufacturer because I normally use it for resource-intensive tasks such as video editing and gaming. The phone also has enhanced camera technology such as better low-light performance, advanced image processing, and enhanced zoom capabilities. Steps to Seize Evidence The steps to seize evidence from the device, including device storage and system data, involve preservation, acquisition, examination analysis, and reporting. Law enforcement needs a warrant obtained from the court before they can seize or ...