NASA just showed what a modern smartphone camera can do far beyond Earth. New images from the Artemis II mission were shot on an iPhone 17 Pro Max, offering a clear look at how everyday hardware holds up in orbit.
The photos, taken aboard the Orion spacecraft, show Earth framed through a cabin window as the crew moves deeper into flight. Details shared with the images indicate they were shot on April 2 using the front-facing camera, just two days into the journey.
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This marks a shift for smartphone photography. The iPhone 17 Pro Max wasn’t just along for convenience, it had already been cleared for extended orbital use before launch. Each astronaut carried one for personal use, signaling a growing role for familiar devices in demanding environments.
iPhone cleared for space use
The images follow earlier approval that allowed the phone to operate in
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