How were the cameras used during the Artemis II mission?

Nikon cameras were essential for photographing the lunar surface, while iPhones captured life aboard Orion and GoPros recorded mission footage both inside and outside the spacecraft.

When is the Artemis II crew scheduled to return to Earth?

The Artemis II crew is scheduled to return to Earth on April 10.

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Astronauts Take iPhones, GoPros to Deep Space

Q: What consumer electronics did the Artemis II astronauts use?

The Artemis II astronauts used iPhones, Nikon DSLR cameras, Microsoft Surface Pro tablets, and various GoPro cameras to document their mission.

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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.

Astronauts Take iPhones, GoPros to Deep Space

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.