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Best smart telescopes 2026: Observe stars, galaxies and nebulas with ease
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide The best smart telescopes make viewing the universe a breeze. Treat yourself to our top picks from Unistellar, Celestron, Vaonis and more.

Telescope deals 2026: Look to the stars with big savings on these scopes
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We've scoped out the best telescope deals available this year featuring top models from reputable retailers.

Rural areas have darker skies but fewer resources for students interested in astronomy – telescopes in schools can help
By Emma Marcucci published
Helping young people tap into their excitement about the night sky helps them build confidence and opens career pathways they may not have considered before.

Best telescopes for deep space 2026: View the universe in breathtaking detail
By Tom Kerss last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best telescopes for deep space — gaze far into the night sky and survey the cosmos in impressive detail.

Superheavy-lift rockets like SpaceX's Starship could transform astronomy by making space telescopes cheaper
By Martin Elvis published
Astronomy needs space.

I visited the largest collection of public telescopes in the US in Oregon's high desert, and the dark skies blew me away
By Jeff Spry published
Located south of Bend’s outdoor playland, I visited this Pacific Northwest gem for an enchanted winter evening of astronomical wonders

Former CEO of Google spearheads 4 next-gen telescopes — 3 on Earth and 1 in space
By Monisha Ravisetti published
"We're going to do it in three years, and we're going to do it for a ridiculously low price."

Telescopes at Best Buy: Deals in stock this festive season 2025
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.
Breaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!


