Celestron Origin Intelligent Home Observatory smart telescope review

The Celestron Origin Intelligent Home Observatory is Celestron’s first smart telescope that brings the wonder of deep sky imaging into the palm of your hand. This makes it easier than ever to take your own photos of nebulas, galaxies and more with just a few seconds of setup. The telescope and built-in camera are controlled with an easy-to-use app that takes all the fuss out of locating and photographing distant celestial spectacles. Priced at $3,999 (£3,069 GBP), the Celestron Origin isn’t within everyone’s budget. This also isn’t a grab-and-go, do-everything…

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Save $120 on the Celestron SkyMaster 25×100 binoculars

The Celestron SkyMaster 25×100 binoculars are now $120 off on Amazon and we rate them as the best for magnification in our guide to the best binoculars.  In our Celestron SkyMaster 25×100 binoculars review, we found that it has an excellent, high magnification which makes viewing the stars and beyond possible and that’s partnered with high-quality optics, giving you crisp, clear views. While these aren’t suitable for hand-held, casual viewing, they do come with a tripod adaptor, which is where these binoculars excel. We think there’s a lot to like…

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Nikon Trailblazer 8×25 ATB compact binoculars review

Key specs Optics: BaK-4 roof-prism Magnification: 8x Waterproof/fog-proof: Yes/Yes Objective lens diameter: 25mm Angular field of view: 8.2 degrees Eye relief: 0.39-inch/10mm Weight: 9.9oz/281g The best pair of binoculars is the one you have with you — and the Nikon Trailblazer 8×25 ATB (called the Nikon Sportstar EX 8×25 in the U.K.) waterproof binoculars are so easy to take anywhere and everywhere. However, they lack the aperture to be used at night for much more than the moon.  With so many pairs of binoculars available across all shapes, sizes and…

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HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) laptop review

If you’re looking for a machine to work with graphics or a convertible 2-in-1 to view media, the HP Spectre x360 14 has something for everyone.  Packaged with a digital stylus pen, it’s unchanged in its design compared to last year’s model— but that’s no bad thing. Its premium build quality and high-end feel underline a machine with plenty to offer. Geared to creatives, HP’s well-engineered device is fitted with the latest components—including a high-end Intel CPU and a whopping 32 GB RAM — and a stunning OLED display that…

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These durable Celestron Nature DX 12×56 binoculars have dipped below $200 at Amazon

In our hands-on Celestron Nature DX 12×56 review a few years ago, we gave these attractive-looking binoculars 4.5 stars out of 5. We still think they deserve their place in our best binoculars guide, where they proudly sit as the best binoculars for affordable stargazing. The well-respected Celestron Nature DX 12×56 binos have dipped below $200 when you apply the extra $15 discount at checkout. They are rubber-armored, fog-proof, and waterproof, so they are perfect for outdoor use. You need not worry if you are caught out in inclement weather…

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Save $30 on this magnificent Lego Ideas Tales of the Space Age lo-fi sci-fi set

This Prime Day Lego deal offers a 40% discount on a set that appeals to nostalgia lovers and futurists. Lego Ideas Tales of the Space Age set is a set of four buildable Lego ‘postcards’, depicting scenes inspired by the science fiction of the 70s and 80s. From a lander approaching a moon base through to a black hole opening above a planet, these sets can be displayed individually or as one scene.You can get the Lego Ideas Tales of the Space Age set on sale at Amazon for $39.99.…

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Save $400 on Unistellar smart binoculars: Early bird deal

Unistellar’s new smart binoculars, called Envision, are currently $400 off on an early bird sale. That’s a saving of 40% on a pair of binoculars that integrate augmented reality to enhance both nighttime and day-time viewing. Save $400 on the Unistellar Envision smart binoculars on pre-sale from their website.  These binoculars work in tandem with their Companion app which helps and enhances the stargazing experience for astronomers, just like when using the eQuinox 2, eVscope 2 and Odyssey smart telescopes. It overlays contextual information in the user’s field of view,…

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Telescope deal: Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ now under $200

If you’re new to astronomy, getting the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ telescope for under $200 could be ideal for you. It’s well-suited for beginners and this price point is cheaper than a lot of the best telescopes. Save $40 and get the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ for under $200 on Amazon.  Celestron is an industry leader when it comes to optics and this is apparent with this scope as it features a 114mm aperture with reflective coatings on the primary mirror. The telescope works in tandem with the…

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Autel EVO Max 4T drone review

Key specs Weight: 3.57 lbs / 1620 g Dimensions: Folded 10.1 x 5.71 x 5.16 in / 257 x 145 x 131 mm / unfolded 12.52 x 15.75 x 5.79 in / 318 x 400 x 147 mm (excluding propellers) Battery: 8070 mAh / up to 42 minutes Charger type: AC/DC charger Modes: Slow, Smooth, Standard, Ludicrous Video transmission range: Up to 12.4 miles/20km (FCC), 4.9 miles/8km (CE) Video resolution: 4000×3000 px Frame rates: 30 fps These days, drones are aimed at a wide range of uses with specific features…

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Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II vs Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L IS USM

Wide-angle zoom lenses make up one-third of the ‘Holy Trinity’ lens lineup and prove endlessly useful for several purposes, including landscapes, architecture and astrophotography. Often, a standard 24-70mm zoom lens isn’t quite wide enough to shoot a particular scene, so having a wide-angle lens in your kit bag lets you fill the gap below 24mm.  Wide-angle lenses are favored in astrophotography because they capture a wider portion of the sky and let more light in than standard and telephoto lenses typically do (which, when you’re shooting in the dark, is…

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