NASA’s Artemis II mission has highlighted the capabilities of the iPhone 17 Pro Max, as astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft captured stunning selfies with Earth in the background. This mission marks a significant milestone as it is the first crewed lunar mission since 1972.
Upon their return to Earth, Apple executives, including CEO Tim Cook and marketing chief Greg Joswiak, took to social media to commend the astronauts for their successful journey and the impressive photography achieved using the iPhone. Cook expressed gratitude for the images shared, stating, “You captured the wonders of space and our planet beautifully, taking iPhone photography to new heights.” Joswiak humorously remarked, “One small step for iPhone. One giant leap for space selfies.”
iPhone 17 Pro Max in Space
In February, NASA confirmed that the iPhone had been fully qualified for extended use in orbit, equipping each of the four crew members with the iPhone 17 Pro Max for personal photography. The photos taken during the mission, particularly those featuring Commander Reid Wiseman and Mission Specialist Christina Koch, were captured using the device’s front-facing camera.
Data from Flickr indicates that these images were taken on April 2, the second day of the mission. While the iPhone 17 Pro Max was used for personal photos, other images from the mission were captured using professional cameras, including the Nikon D5 and Nikon Z 9.
Mission Overview
The Artemis II mission successfully reached the far side of the Moon, setting a record for the farthest distance traveled from Earth by humans. However, it was a flyby mission, as the Orion spacecraft does not possess landing capabilities. The spacecraft returned to Earth on April 7, concluding a historic journey.
Overall, the use of the iPhone 17 Pro Max in such a challenging environment demonstrates the device’s durability and photographic capabilities, further solidifying its place in modern technology.
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