In the book, an entire appendix is dedicated to why I think each tool is great, along with some alternatives for Windows/Mac specific tools. So for further reading, this is my recommended tool list!
Check out my latest book, Essential Mobile Interaction Design, for information on how to best design apps for iPhone, Android, Windows Phone, and all things mobile! A link to the book is in my forum biography if you're interested!
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