Acknowledgments

I would like to thank John Bair for his work as a coauthor. John’s expertise in mobile device forensics is beyond comparison, and this book benefited greatly from his experience. I was fortunate to have Larry Leibrock as the book’s tech editor. Larry’s extensive experience across a wide range of positions in digital forensics and his willingness to provide technical edits for content was invaluable.
I am humbled by Larry Johnson’s foreword who wears many hats in my life as my attorney, advisor, confidant, and friend. I also want to give appreciation to other experts in the industry for taking the time to review, give input, and make sure that the book is relevant in topic and material—Chris McNulty of the Seattle Police Department, Tim Carver of Trine University, and Steve Beltz of T-Mobile. Every suggestion, recommendation, and comment was taken to heart and appreciated. And if not for Anna Valutkevich of Syngress, this book would have taken twice as long to finish and been half as good as it is.
Certainly not a day goes by that I do not thank my wife Chikae for her support. Although she may think I am her supporter, my strength comes from her to get things done right, no matter the obstacles. Of all my luck and timing, she has always been, and will always be, my precious treasure.
Brett Shavers
Brett Shavers was introduced to me while working on a project at the University of Washington. Many months later, Brett approached me and requested that I help write a few words regarding mobile forensics. I was quite humbled and agreed. Because of Brett, I have had to try and articulate a couple of things that may in turn help others. It is for that reason that Brett deserves nearly all of my thanks.