Bluetooth Paired Device Records (com.apple.MobileBluetooth.devices.plist)

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Description

Property list file containing records of all Bluetooth devices that have been paired with the iOS device. Each entry is keyed by the Bluetooth MAC address and contains the device name, device type, manufacturer, last connection timestamp, and pairing metadata. Covers both Bluetooth Classic and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices.

Forensic Value

Bluetooth pairing records establish physical proximity between the iOS device and other Bluetooth devices, as pairing requires close physical range. The device names and MAC addresses can be matched against known devices to identify accessories, vehicles, computers, and other phones that were in proximity. Last connection timestamps reveal when devices were most recently used together. Unexpected paired devices may indicate unauthorized physical access or data transfer via Bluetooth. Vehicle Bluetooth pairings establish that the device was present in a specific vehicle. The presence of paired fitness trackers, smartwatches, or medical devices may lead to additional forensic data sources.

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