Name that Star
by Eliene Augenbraun |
October 27th, 2008 |
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One of our partners, Edmund Scientific, has a special on an astronomy gizmo that is amazing. The device is made by Celestron and is called the SkyScout Personal Planetarium.
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picture courtesy Edmund Scientific |
I have not tried this particular device, but I heard so much about it when it came out a couple years ago that I am thinking of getting one at the price they are now offering it.
It uses GPS and other cues to tell you what you are looking at in the day or night sky. Point it and ask it what star is in the target area, or where would you find Jupiter, or stuff like that. They cut the price in half to $199 and for anyone interested in the sky it is incredibly cool.
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October 27th, 2008 at 2:43 pm (#)
Great device! This is an excellent viewer for both the novice and expert. I want one!
October 27th, 2008 at 2:47 pm (#)
I know the feeling! I know the big dipper and orion's belt, but beyond that I would love to know more stars.
November 2nd, 2008 at 9:13 am (#)
wow that Edmunds site has a bunch of great gift ideas (I can't afford the skyscout but i will definitely tip a few folks about it) thanks!
November 3rd, 2008 at 11:06 am (#)
THere are lots of cheap gifts that can be fun - like bag of magnifying glasses.