Alexander Cox
STAFF WRITER, E-commerce — Alex joined Space.com in June 2021 as staff writer covering space news, games, tech, toys and deals. Based in London, U.K. Graduating in June 2020, Alex studied Sports Journalism in the North East of England at Sunderland University. During his studies and since his graduation, Alex has been featured in local newspapers and online publications covering a range of sports from university rugby to Premier League soccer. In addition to a background in sports and journalism, Alex has a life-long love of Star Wars which started with watching the prequel trilogy and collecting toy lightsabers, he also grew up spending most Saturday evenings watching Doctor Who.
Latest articles by Alexander Cox
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Save $120 this July 4 on the DJI Mini 3 fly more combo
By Alexander Cox published
Deals Act fast: This short-lived July 4 drone deal sees you get $120 off a brilliant DJI Mini 3 fly more drone bundle that includes a remote control, a bag, spare propellers and more.
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Telescopes at Best Buy: Deals in stock 2024
By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated
We've combed through all the telescopes at Best Buy, looking for new deals and checking stock levels on popular models.
![SpaceX posted this shot of its stacked Starship vehicle on Twitter on Jan. 12, 2023.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dQCeRwuDzPicmAxGkXrLpW-320-80.jpg)
The best SpaceX Starship merch on Amazon 2024
By Alexander Cox last updated
Deals We've rounded up the best Space X starship merch following the launch earlier this Summer and ahead of Amazon Prime Day.
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The Unistellar eVscope 2 is $1160 off ahead of Prime Day
By Alexander Cox published
Deals Get Amazon's lowest price on a smart telescope, which we rate very highly, save over $1160 and beat the crowds in this pre-Pime Day deal.
![Unistellar Envision Smart Binoculars, black on a background of a blue planet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/REHKjA5hQdNmDN4EzvEX8M-320-80.jpg)
Save $400 on Unistellar smart binoculars: Early bird deal
By Alexander Cox published
Deals Unistellar's brand new smart binocular, Envision, is now $400 off when you order it on pre-sale in this early bird Kickstarter deal.
![Unistellar Odyssey, E V scope two and equinox 2 smart telescopes on a blue background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rycwN9f2dGpAxHiVtoiqcK-320-80.jpg)
Father's Day telescope deals: Save $400 on Unistellar smart telescopes
By Alexander Cox published
Deals These Father's Day Unistellar smart telescope deals are sitewide
![Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ telescope infront of an orange planetary background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oA5PKPPJLYEg3bGP9KncGL-320-80.jpg)
Telescope deal: Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ now under $200
By Alexander Cox published
Deals This beginner-friendly telescope from Celestron is on offer for under $200 now that it has a $40 discount.
![Celestron Astro Fi 130 telescope with an orange sun background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iSeWaJcHkDiwzZ5is2hQBC-320-80.jpg)
Stellar telescope deal: Save $230 on the Celestron Astro Fi 130
By Alexander Cox published
Deals The Celestron Astro Fi telescope features in our best telescopes guide and now it comes with a $230 discount.
![Celestron EclipSmart 12x50 binoculars against an orange planet background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DxYxjg6bwZm5jrjvS5whMU-320-80.jpg)
Observe the sun in detail and save 25% on Celestron's EclipSmart binoculars
By Alexander Cox published
Deals Celestron's EclipSmart binoculars are specialists for solar observation and now they're 25% off on Amazon
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Dune streaming guide: Where to watch Dune online
By Alexander Cox last updated
Our Dune streaming guide shows you where to watch Dune online, from the 1984 David Lynch classic to the 2020s Denis Villeneuve blockbusters.
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Celebrate Lego Star Wars Day with 20% off the Millennium Falcon
By Alexander Cox published
Deals The 1351-piece Lego Millennium Falcon is now 20% off on Amazon and it can be delivered on Star Wars Day, so you can celebrate in style.
![Obi-Wan Kenobi wielding one of the best lightsabers.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GCfPcFC5NKcTS5iA8mmmFn-320-80.jpg)
Best lightsabers 2024: Toys, replicas, and props
By Jess Weatherbed last updated
Make General Grievous proud and add another blade to your collection of the best lightsabers.
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The best sci-fi movies and TV shows on Paramount Plus in July
By Alexander Cox last updated
Here are the best sci-fi movies and TV shows to stream on Paramount Plus right now.
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Lego releases 7 new Star Wars sets ahead of 'Star Wars Day' on May 4
By Alexander Cox published
Star Wars Day is May 4 and the seven new Lego Star Wars sets will be available from May 1.
![Lego UCS Razor Crest](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vod7eQffJXzxT3myNsQ8iA-320-80.jpg)
Early Star Wars Day Lego deal: $130 off UCS Razor Crest
By Alexander Cox published
Deals This is the way to celebrate Star Wars Day in style, with the 6187-piece Lego Ultimate Collector Series Razor Crest, now $130 off
![Lego Star Wars Emperor's Throne Room Diorama](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8U8M8MVPxGVKJrSTSAW9UD-320-80.jpg)
Pre-Star Wars Day Lego deal: 20% off the Emperor's Throne Room
By Alexander Cox published
Deals Never underestimate the power of the Dark Side again and Save 20% on the Lego Emperor's Throne Room Diorama ahead of Star Wars Day, May 4.
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Meade telescopes and binocular deals 2024
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Deals We're keeping our eyes peeled for Meade telescopes and binoculars deals.
![Lego Marvel Avengers Tower](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aPVF5dy5zCrYEge5AaJgg-320-80.jpg)
Best Lego Marvel sets 2024
By Kimberley Snaith last updated
We've rounded up the best Lego Marvel sets, so get ready to assemble the Avengers and build Baby Groot.
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Total solar eclipse 2024: Pictures from around the web
By Alexander Cox last updated
It's total solar eclipse day, April 8, and we're rounding up the best images of the phenomenon on social media.
![Male uses a telescope with solar filter to observe the sun in yellow jacket and with a blue sky behind](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ezWB4v48hqBSfaEQpN6fmN-320-80.jpg)
Best solar viewing kit 2024: Observe the April 8 solar eclipse
By Kimberley Lane last updated
The best solar viewing kit available for today's total solar eclipse, April 8 2024. Spy the best solar glasses, filters, telescopes and binoculars.
![Solunar Solar Eclipse Glasses (Two Pack)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sozF56Fe5yc2QpRwvzmqei-320-80.jpg)
Last-minute solar eclipse glasses deals: Save up to 50%
By Alexander Cox published
Deals The upcoming total solar eclipse is April 8, and if you're looking for a last-minute deal on safe glasses to view the event, you're in luck.
![Celestron eclipsmart travel solar scope 50 on a white background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9drAFokyMH9sjeSwwsbw9i-320-80.jpg)
Last minute solar eclipse deal: Celestron solar telescope now $30 off
By Alexander Cox published
Deals The Celestron EclipSmart Travel Solar Scope is now $30 off and under $100, just in time for the total solar eclipse on April 8. but buy soon if you want it to arrive in time.
![the sun can be seen through a pair of dark solar eclipse glasses held up to the sky](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/U6kJyKHRnxUkh27VuC4zkZ-320-80.jpg)
Fake solar eclipse glasses are everywhere ahead of the total solar eclipse. Here's how to check yours are safe
By Alexander Cox published
With two weeks until April 8's total solar eclipse, the American Astronomical Society is warning buyers about unsafe and counterfeit solar glasses.