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iPhone Video Shows 'Earthset' From Space

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Why This Matters

This groundbreaking video from NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman showcases the first-ever 'Earthset' captured from space, highlighting the capabilities of modern smartphones like the iPhone in capturing high-quality space imagery. It underscores how consumer technology is increasingly enabling extraordinary perspectives of our universe, inspiring both the tech industry and space enthusiasts. Such advancements could democratize space observation and enhance educational and scientific outreach.

Key Takeaways

NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman posted an out-of-this-world iPhone video on Sunday, showing Earth disappear behind the Moon at 8x zoom. "I could barely see the Moon through the docking hatch window but the iPhone was the perfect size to catch the view," said Wiseman, noting that this video is "uncropped, uncut with 8x zoom" and "quite comparable to the view of the human eye." The New York Times says the video marks the first time an "Earthset" has been captured on video. "We've seen our fair share of remarkable images and videos from NASA's Artemis II mission around the Moon. Some of those were even captured on iPhone," notes 9to5Mac. "But Reid Wiseman, astronaut and commander for the Artemis II mission, just posted a new video that might take the crown for the most impressive yet."

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