Astrospheric has announced a new set of features they have been building specifically for astronomy clubs. The new service is called “Subspace” which gives astronomy clubs the ability to communicate, share information and plan events. Astrospheric’s primary purpose is to offer an advanced weather forecasting service for North American astronomers. […]
The editors of College Rank have put together a list of the top 35 College Astronomy Observatories. As noted by the editors who conducted the list, “Designed to combine the classic observatory with 21st century design and cutting-edge technology, these facilities are helping to create an entirely new generation of leading […]
The new Nikon Binocular Telescope, available in the 20×120 IV and 25×120, have been introduced and are available with a dedicated pillar stand with adapter. Both of the models realize a bright, high-resolution image with large 120mm objective lenses which deliver amazingly bright images, excellent for low light or astronomical […]
New Mexico Skies are helping a new accreditation program which will train high school teachers to use amateur telescope technology for classroom projects and to train students in the telescope’s use. The new program is made possible in large part through a donation by Christian Pérez and Mike and Lynn […]
St. John’s College in Santa Fe, New Mexico has turned back the clock, way back, as they have commissioned and installed on their campus the only completely operational Tycho Brahe armillary sphere in existence. The intricate device was originally invented in the 16th century by astronomer Tycho Brahe and was […]
Celestron has introduced the StarSense Explorer line of telescopes that are specifically optimized to use smartphone technology to analyze the night sky and calculate its position in real time. Celestron’s goal in developing the new telescope was to reinvent the manual telescope and make the experience for those new to […]
iOptron’s new LiteRoc 1.75″ tripod delivers high stability in a lighter, more compact package than its previous 2-inch version. It is now available for the iOptron AZ Mount Pro as well as iOptron’s CEM25P and CEM25EC Mounts. The LiteRoc 1.75″ Tripod features a 1.75-inch upper leg section with a 1.5-inch […]
Astro Imaging History has evolved so much in the last few years. We recently received our latest newsletter from the team at iOptron and it included a nice overview on the history of astro imaging. We enjoyed the article and thought you would as well. Early in astro imaging histroy, […]
The Venus Optics Laowa 4mm f/2.8 Circular Fisheye Lens is available now for $199 USD for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras including Fuji X, Sony E and Canon M systems. The Venus Optics lens is an 8mm equivalent fisheye prime specially designed for mirrorless cameras with APS-C and MFT sensors providing the […]
The DayStar Filters H-Alpha SR-127 QT is a new 2020 model of its flagship dedicated Hydrogen Alpha solar telescope. The carbon fiber telescope offers a newly developed lightweight, short tube with retractable dew shield. The new, compact design is only 29 inches long and weighs just 13lbs including mounting rings […]
Ostahowski Optics has 24″ fused Quartz primary mirror substrates now in stock ready to custom build for your dream telescope. They are offering these 24″ optics with a 2.00″ edge thickness, enhanced aluminum coatings and test data. This will be a very limited production offering. Prices will vary depending on […]
As so many in North America are gripped with winter weather and lousy observing conditions, its nice to dream of warmer nights and perfect observing conditions. And so, its not a bad time to start thinking about attending one of the myriad of star parties to be held in 2020. […]