Mina Frost
Mina was the Deputy Editor of Top Ten Reviews, and helped build some of Space.com's buying guides. Mina is well-versed in curating the most accurate and in-depth e-commerce content in order for readers to find products they love. She is also a freelance writer, reviewer and editor with extensive experience thoroughly testing products ranging from kitchen appliances to tech and sports equipment. Her knowledge of writing and content is supported by degrees in Linguistics and Investigative Reporting. When she's not agonizing over commas, you can find Mina running, rowing, or cooking (and eating) good food.
Latest articles by Mina Frost
Best telescopes for beginners 2024: Bargain models to observe the cosmos
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide The best telescopes for beginners are a great place to start your astronomy journey — they're easy to set up and full of great features.
Best tripods 2024: For astrophotography, landscapes, travel, video and more
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide Owning one of the best tripods for your camera is essential whether you're shooting astrophotography, landscape or portraits.
Best budget telescopes under $500 2024: Great telescopes that won't break the bank
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We've rounded up the best budget telescopes under $500, bringing you quality picks so you can enjoy astronomy whatever your budget.
Best lenses for astrophotography in 2024
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best lenses for astrophotography enable you to capture the stars at the highest quality possible. Our roundup includes models for all leading camera brands.
Best smart telescopes in 2024: Observe and image the cosmos
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best smart telescopes on the market, with options for a range of budgets and abilities.
Best telescopes 2024: For stargazing galaxies, nebulas and more
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide Our guide to the best telescopes that are suited to a range of different purposes and budgets — from beginner to smart telescopes and everything in between.
Best power banks 2024: Portable charging for astronomers
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best power banks and power stations so you can have your devices charged and ready at any time on the go.
Best monocular 2024: Spot the top models on the market
By Jamie Carter last updated
Buying Guide The best monocular devices on the market offer a lightweight, portable alternative to binoculars for nature-watching or observing the stars.
Best laptops for astronomers 2024: Link up telescopes and edit astrophotographs
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet last updated
We've rounded up the best laptops for astronomy and astrophotography, from high-performance powerhouses with great batteries to more compact and affordable models.
Best external hard drives 2024: Top HDD and SSD models
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best external hard drives, including SSD, HDD and waterproof options, so you can store your files safely.
Best stargazing apps: AR apps and virtual star maps to help you navigate the night sky
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide Looking for the best stargazing apps to learn about the night sky? We've rounded up our favorites right here.
Best zoom lenses 2024: The best picks from Canon, Sony, Nikon and more
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide Our guide to the best zoom lenses for capturing detailed shots of distant objects, with options to suit a range of cameras and photography styles.
Last chance Cyber Monday deal! Lowest ever price on the Celestron NexStar 127 SLT telescope
By Mina Frost last updated
Deals The beginner-friendly Celestron NexStar 127 SLT is available on Amazon at less than $500 this Cyber Monday, but hurry as the Cyber Monday deals are ending soon.
Hurry! Astronomical savings on the Sky-Watcher Flextube 200P this Cyber Monday
By Mina Frost last updated
Deals Last chance! The Sky-Watcher Flextube 200P has been reduced by almost 15% in this Cyber Monday telescope deal — but it won't be around forever!
This Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon's gone, don't miss these other Lego Cyber Monday deals
By Mina Frost published
Deals The Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon deal has jumped to light-speed. But if you hurry, there are some fantastic Lego Star Wars deals still up for grabs.
Take $400 off the Nikon D780 this Cyber Monday
By Mina Frost published
Deals This Nikon D780 Black Friday and Cyber Monday deal gets you $400 off one of the best DSLRs money can buy.
Get $300 off with this Nikon D7500 Cyber Monday deal
By Mina Frost published
Deals We've found a Nikon D7500 Cyber Monday deal that gets you $300 off this quality versatile DSLR camera.
The Fujifilm GFX50S II is a huge $800 off this Cyber Monday
By Mina Frost published
Deals Black Friday isn't over yet as we head into Cyber Monday — you can get $800 off the Fujifilm GFX50S II, so run (don't walk!) to Adorama!
Cyber Monday drone deal: Get $155 off the beginner-friendly Holy Stone HS720R
By Mina Frost published
Deals This Holy Stone HS720R drone Cyber Monday 2024 deal lets you save close to 40% on a beginner-friendly drone with plenty of accessories.
This Lego City Mars Spacecraft Exploration Missions Black Friday deal is out of this world
By Mina Frost published
Deals Get $15 off this interactive Lego City Mars Spacecraft Exploration Missions set this Black Friday weekend.
Save $500 on the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM lens this Black Friday
By Mina Frost published
Deals You can get 18% off a telephoto zoom lens with this Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM Lens Black Friday deal.
Fly to infinity and beyond to save 40% on Buzz Lightyear's Lego XL-15 Spaceship for Black Friday
By Mina Frost published
Deals This Lego XL-15 Spaceship Black Friday deal gives you 40% off this fun Buzz Lightyear set, which includes four character figurines.
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