Jaw-Dropping iPhone Video of Earth Setting Behind the Moon Is Rightfully Breaking the Internet
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Key Points:
- NASA’s Artemis 2 astronauts, including mission specialist Christina Koch and Commander Reid Wiseman, shared stunning photos and videos of Earth and the Moon from their spacecraft using various cameras, including the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
- Wiseman posted a viral, unedited video showing an "Earthset" — the Earth setting behind the Moon — captured through the Orion spacecraft’s docking hatch using the iPhone 17 Pro Max’s 8x zoom.
- The footage is notable for its authenticity, featuring no edits or enhancements, providing a raw and unique perspective rarely seen by humans.
- Wiseman’s genuine reaction to the view added emotional impact, resonating with viewers worldwide and sparking widespread admiration on social media.
- This moment highlights the remarkable capabilities of modern smartphone cameras, even in extraordinary space environments, and leaves the public eager to see more from the astronauts’ phone camera roll.
