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The iPhone 4S - From Space

The iPhone 4S - From Space

October 17, 2011
On Friday, October 14, almost immediately after purchasing two new iPhone 4S units, someone named “FinalCutKing” launched his iDevices into the sky by way of weather balloons. The result, which is included here via a YouTube video, is simply breathtaking. With the assistance of the FAA, the iPhones launched with one having an internal photo timer app installed, while the other used a video app. Both used OtterBox cases, each apparently provided by the case maker. In the end, both iDevices survived their journey after taking amazing photos and video. Take a look:

We’re not 100 percent convinced every part of this video is real, but it’s worth a look nonetheless. It is being called a "Steve Jobs tribute" by its creators. What do you think? Leave your comments below.

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