NASA has relaxed its rules regarding personal electronic devices taken into space with astronauts, as demonstrated by an incident during the Artemis II mission. An iPhone was observed floating inside the spacecraft. The incident highlights a significant shift in NASA’s approach to equipment transported in space with crews.
During the Artemis II mission, which orbits the moon, this marks the first time the agency has permitted astronauts to bring personal devices, such as an Apple iPhone, into space. NASA typically maintains strict regulations concerning items transported with astronauts, alongside rigorous testing procedures to ensure compatibility. According to a report by the New York Times, the iPhone 17 Pro Max underwent specific evaluations to meet NASA’s requirements for spaceflight.
Details regarding these evaluations were not immediately available. The observation of the iPhone within the spacecraft underscores the evolving relationship between space agencies and the technology utilized by astronauts.
