Solar System

Let's Google Mars

The world's most fascinating mapping utility now works on another planet.

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Armored Binoculars

Vixen's Foresta Binocular series puts premium optics in a rugged package.

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Midsize Mount

Celestron's CGEM is designed with astrophotography in mind.

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MaxImum Imaging

MaxIm DL adds new features and functions with the release of version 5.0

Equipment: Guides & Recommendations

A Secret Sneak Peek and Fun for Friday

Psst. Microsoft's virtual observatory," the WorldWide Telescope, is coming to your Web browser.

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Hot Product 2009: Astro Tech 6-inch RC

A small Ritchey-Chrétien at an unbelievable price.

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Hot Product 2009: JMI Telescopes T-N-T Drive

A novel add-on motor system to drive your Meade LightBridge Dobsonian Telescope.

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Hot Product 2009: Chronos HD20 Equatorial Mount

A new idea in equatorial mounting that eliminates the need for a meridian flip.

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Hot Product 2009: Hotech SCA Laser Collimator

A laser collimator guaranteed to be centered in your focuser.

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Hot Product 2009: Astro Systeme Austria's DDM85

ASA's new mount incorporates 21st century drive technology.

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Hot Product 2009: Software Bisque's TheSky X

This planetarium program offers a new features for Mac and PC users.

Equipment: Guides & Recommendations

In Style with S&T

We're pleased to announce our new store for S&T-themed clothing and products.

People, Places, and Events

Astro-gear Galore in Pasadena

The Pacific Astronomy and Telescope Show drew a large crowds last weekend in Pasadena, California.

People, Places, and Events

The Oregon Star Party

Located 40 miles from the nearest town, the Oregon Star Party is one of the premier dark-sky astronomy gatherings in the United States.

chained telescope

DIY: Astronomy Projects & Guidance

Tune Up Your Telescope

Telescope tinkering can be fun and rewarding.

Equipment: Guides & Recommendations

Microsoft Launches Astronomy Software

Software giant Microsoft wants to show you the universe with its WorldWide Telescope.

Choosing Your Astronomy Equipment

Portaball Reborn

Mag 1 Instruments, maker of the Portaball Telescope, is alive and well under a new owner.

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Big Autoguider

The affordably priced StarShoot AutoGuider from Orion Telescopes & Binoculars enables you to track your target precisely during long-exposure astrophotography.

SkyView Mini

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DUAL SCOPE MOUNT

Double your observing pleasure with Orion Telescopes & Binoculars’ new SkyView Mini Altazimuth Telescope Mount.

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Binocular SkyScout

See more celestial targets by attaching your Celestron SkyScout to tripod-mounted binoculars with the FAR-Sight SkyScout Mount from Farpoint Astronomical Research.