Chris is a freelance journalist who, aside from covering games and gaming-related tech, has a taste for horror, sci-fi and the post-apocalyptic. As well as Space.com, you can find his work at The Escapist, GameSpew (where he’s the morning news writer) and more. You can follow him on Twitter @MarmaladeBus.
Latest articles by Chris McMullen

This Prime Day, save nearly $700 on 'a camera of epic proportions'
By Chris McMullen published
Deals A powerhouse of a mirrorless camera, the Canon EOS R5 has never been cheaper but with Prime Day half-over, you'll have to be fast.

New to drone flying? Our expert thinks this five-star drone gives you 'everything you could possibly need' and it's $133 off
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Our expert awarded this DJI Mini 4K drone five stars, and thanks to Prime Day, it's nearly 35% off. With two batteries for extra flight time and excellent wind resistant, it's a must buy for beginners.

Traveling to see the total solar eclipse this August? This solar binocular Prime Day deal is a total-ly bright idea!
By Chris McMullen published
Deals These Celestron EclipSmart 12x50 solar binoculars are perfect for watching the total solar eclipse safely this August 12, but you can use them the rest of the year, too.

We praised this telescope's 'legendary performance,' and the whole range is even cheaper for Prime Day
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Looking for a telescope that takes the work out of stargazing? Our experts loved these Celestron NexStar SE go-to telescopes and prices have dropped on the whole range.

Amazon Prime Day 2026: Day three of four for huge summer savings
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We are on the third of Amazon Prime Day and there are plenty of great deals from all major retailers. Our hub tracks the best prices on drones, telescopes, Lego and much more.

I regret missing Project Hail Mary on the big screen but I'm not skipping this cheapest-ever UK Prime Day Lego deal
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Love Project Hail Mary? You can own a Lego version of the titular starship and it's 16% off at Amazon UK, the cheapest it's ever been.

Launch your sci-fi binge with these top streaming deals I found during Prime Day
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Are you trying to avoid the temptation of Prime Day? From Project Hail Mary to Superman, we've got the best summer streaming deals to see you through.

It's a crime these Lego Star Wars sets are being retired but you can save big before they go
By Chris McMullen published
Deals I love Lego Star Wars but I think it should be illegal to retire sets, especially with the Star Wars 50th anniversary next year. Luckily, there are big savings on these retired and retiring models.

This expert-approved, beginner-friendly drone just got even cheaper, $60 off for Prime Day
By Chris McMullen last updated
Deals Our expert thinks this DJI Neo is perfect for beginners and, double the previous discount, it's a steal at $139. Snap it up this Prime Day and make your summer!

This might be your last chance to pick up a retired Lego Star Wars set before it flies off forever, and it's under $100 on Amazon for Prime Day
By Chris McMullen published
Deals This Lego Star Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship it's less than $100 for Prime Day, the cheapest it's ever been. But as a retired set, this could be your last chance to pick it up.

What telescope could cause our astrophotography expert to break their hard-and-fast rule about not traveling with a telescope? This one! Now even cheaper in this Prime Day telescope deal
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Ready to turn your skywatching upside-down? Then snap up this ZWO Seestar S30 Pro, which offers views so stunning it made our expert bin their no telescope rule.

Ignite a child's imagination with the stars: Our expert-picked Astronaut Galaxy Star Projector is a Prime Day steal at just $25
By Chris McMullen published
Deals After the historic Artemis 2 crew looping around the moon back in April, kids everywhere are eager to follow in their footsteps. This Astronaut star projector is the perfect way to bring the wonder of their new heroes home, and with this Prime Day deal, it’s an absolute bargain.

This beginner-friendly travel telescope is the reason I turned into a skywatcher
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Now, for around $80, you can get the same telescope in the Amazon Prime Day sales and join me in looking up at the stars.

Best night vision binoculars 2026: See in the dark and bring the night sky into focus
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide You don't have to be a secret agent to make the most of the best night vision binoculars. We've rounded up the best models, from basic to top-tier, and Prime Day could make them even better value.

The best cameras for photo and video 2026: the top models for astrophotography and everyday shooting
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best cameras for photo and video, handpicked and approved by our experts with models dropping in price before Amazon Prime Day on June 23.

Best star projectors 2026: The top projectors and planetariums this year
By Jamie Carter last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best star projectors to enjoy a night sky experience from the comfort of your couch. They are often reduced, so keep your eyes open.

Best Lego NASA sets 2026: Aim for the stars with these NASA models, from Artemis to the Apollo Lunar Rover
By Chris McMullen last updated
We've rounded up the best Lego NASA sets to suit a range of budgets and ages.

Best FPV Drones 2026: Fly high this summer
By James Abbott last updated
Experience the most unique flights possible with the best FPV drones where you can flip, roll and dive the drone. Here are our favorites.

Best camera drones 2026: Capture spectacular summer snaps
By James Abbott last updated
Buying guide The best camera drones come in various designs, but they all share the best image-capture capabilities.

Best Lego space sets 2026: NASA sets, spaceships and more
By Kim Snaith last updated
With Prime Day next week, why not think about picking up one of the best Lego space sets? We’ve rounded up the best NASA rockets and playsets here.

Stream Season 3 of Silo in safety, anywhere, with 70% off 24 months of ProtonVPN Plus
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Can't wait for Season 3 of Silo? Watch this post-apocalyptic smash wherever you are and stay safe online with this superb ProtonVPN deal.

Best beginner drones 2026: Make the most of the summer weather
By James Abbott last updated
Our picks of the best beginner drones are all easy to use but still offer excellent flying experiences with a good range of features, from brands including DJI and Potensic.

Best Lego Star Wars sets 2026
By Kim Snaith last updated
We used the force to track down the best Lego Star Wars sets this side of Tatooine.
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