Nasa allows astronauts to use iPhones in space to capture ‘special moments’

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by BloombergFebruary 6, 2026 at 01:45 PM

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NASA will allow astronauts to use iPhones in space to document their missions and share images with the world. Starting with an International Space Station mission in February and continuing with the Artemis lunar fly-by mission next month, astronauts will be equipped with the latest smartphones. This marks the first time NASA has licensed phones for space flight aboard its spacecraft, although smartphones have been used safely on commercial space flights for about a decade. The initiative aims to allow astronauts to capture personal moments and provide inspiring content to the public. While iPhones are the initial choice, NASA may certify other devices in the future.

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