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Astronauts Take iPhones, GoPros to Deep Space
11 Apr
Summary
- Artemis II astronauts used iPhones, Nikons, and GoPros in space.
- Consumer electronics documented the historic mission and lunar surface.
- GoPro cameras were used both inside and on the exterior of Orion.
The Artemis II mission, which recently set a record by traveling 248,655 miles from Earth, included an unprecedented use of consumer technology. Astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, named Integrity by the crew, brought along familiar terrestrial devices.
Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, Mission Specialist Christina Koch, and Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen were equipped with iPhones, Nikon DSLR cameras, Microsoft Surface Pro tablets, and various GoPro cameras. These gadgets served practical purposes, aiding in scientific work and documenting the mission.
The crew used the latest Apple flagship smartphones to capture life aboard Orion, including memorable selfies. Nikon cameras and a variety of lenses were essential for photographing the lunar surface, a primary scientific objective of the mission.
Microsoft Surface Pro tablets were used for both important scientific tasks and everyday communication. Additionally, numerous GoPro cameras, including specialized models attached to the solar arrays and interior cabin, recorded the mission's progress for a future documentary.
The Artemis II crew is scheduled to return to Earth on April 10, concluding a mission closely followed by the world.
