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- April 07, 2025
If you’re new to astronomy, there are a few key terms you’ll need to know. Some, like aperture and focal length, are important, and you might make a point of learning them early on. Other terms won’t initially seem so important, but you might often hear...
- February 04, 2025
Recently in the headlines, you may have heard about a new asteroid expected to make a close approach to Earth – 2024 YR4. This strange and seemingly silly name comes about from a carefully calculated, mathematical method of naming asteroids. Discovered...
- January 24, 2025
On Thursday, August 3rd, of 2023, we sat down to talk about all things astronomy with Al Witzgall, the Recording Secretary of Amateur Astronomers, Inc. who are a 100% volunteer-run, non-profit club who operate out of William Miller Sperry Observatory...
- December 23, 2024
From its specifications to its build quality and accessories, we’re covering everything you need to know about the Apertura AD6 6” Dobsonian Telescope, a fantastic addition to Apertura’s lineup.
- December 20, 2024
For years, astrophotography has been plagued by expensive and complicated gear that has kept the joy of imaging the stars just out of reach. That is, until now. Introducing the Seestar S30 Smart Telescope.
- December 06, 2024
Looking to purchase a telescope mount but don’t know where to start? To help classify the plethora of telescope mounts available, and give you insight into selecting one of them, our gear experts have tested these mounts and created four categories to...
- November 15, 2024
The ASI2600MC-Air from ZWO is a game-changing, all-in-one astrophotography system that takes the complexity out of imaging the night sky.
- November 01, 2024
ZWO has done it again! As fans of the Seestar S50, we’re excited to see the new “little brother” of the S50: the Seestar S30 Smart Telescope!
- October 10, 2024
The Dwarf 3 is the latest entry in a series of innovative smart telescopes that promise to make astrophotography more accessible. With its streamlined functionalities, affordable price point, and lightweight design, this potential packed device is geared...
- September 10, 2024
James Webb Space Telescope's latest discovery, six rogue planets located in NGC 1333 , provides valuable insights into the processes of planet formation and the dynamics of planetary systems
- August 28, 2024
Observatories are home to some of the biggest and most impressive telescopes in the world. As many amateur astronomers know, there are many ways to experience the night sky beyond looking through a backyard telescope. Learn more about observatories in...
- August 16, 2024
Adding imaging filters to your astrophotography rig is one of the quickest ways to improve your images, allowing you to filter out light pollution, isolate the light emitted by nebulae, and create color images with monochrome cameras. But just how can...
- July 15, 2024
The Perseid meteor shower, widely considered to be one of the best celestial spectacles of the year (although perhaps shadowed by the earlier April 8, 2024, solar eclipse), graces the mid-August skies this year with its incredible celestial display.
- February 14, 2024
In the night sky, we can see millions of stars. But no star is quite as important as our own – the Sun. Amateur astronomers who view the Sun through a telescope are in for a treat. Let’s review the different types of solar telescopes and what’s the best...
- October 18, 2023
Every few years, we're treated to a stunning spectacle: a solar eclipse. These are our top recommendations for must-have solar eclipse gear for amateur astronomers eager to safely enjoy a solar eclipse.
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