Latest articles by Chris McMullen
Amazon Prime Day 2026: It's all over but you can still grab these deals
Deals Amazon Prime Day is over. There are some deals available but most of the best savings have gone. Now to wait until Prime Day in October!
Best streaming services for science-fiction fans 2026: Disney Plus, Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV Plus, and more
With so many new and historic sci-fi shows and movies to stream, where do you start? From first contact to face-hugging, we've rounded up the best streaming services for sci-fi fans.
Turn your room into a galaxy: The best Prime Day deals on star projectors for aspiring astronomers
Deals Whether light pollution is foiling your stargazing or you just want to transform a room, there are great star projector deals this Prime Day and I've picked out the best.
This Prime Day, save nearly $700 on 'a camera of epic proportions'
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
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!
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
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.
I regret missing Project Hail Mary on the big screen but I'm not skipping this cheapest-ever UK Prime Day Lego deal
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Stream Season 3 of Silo in safety, anywhere, with 70% off 24 months of ProtonVPN Plus
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.
Our experts recommend these image-stabilized Canon binoculars for stunning, steady views of the night sky, now $100 off in this early anti-Prime Day deal
Deals We rank these Canon 18x50 IS binoculars as the best for shake-free, high-magnification stargazing. Take advantage of this summer binocular deal for fantastic views of June’s moon and Mercury conjunction.
Best solar viewing gear 2026: Observe the Aug. 12 solar eclipse in safety
The best solar viewing gear available for the next solar eclipse. Spy the best solar glasses, filters, telescopes and binoculars.
Best solar telescopes 2026: Safely observe and image the next total solar eclipse
The best solar telescopes suitable for the next solar eclipse.
Every Lego Star Wars set released in 2026 that I wish I had
Lego is going all out with Star Wars this year, from awesome mid-sided AT-AT through to a whole range of super-interactive Smart Brick-enabled models. Here are the sets I absolutely have to add to my Lego Star Wars collection.
15 sci-fi books to read before you die: Put these science fiction gems on your bucket list
With so many quality sci-fi books out there, and more arriving every year, it's easy to get swamped. To make sure you're not missing out, we've rounded up the best sci-fi books to read before you die.
Get more for your credits with the best leftover Lego Star Wars Day deals
Deals From AT-TEs to Baby Yoda, save big with these last-minute Star Wars Day deals, before they disappear into hyperspace.
