When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Christmas is a popular time to buy a new telescope, but there are some things to keep in mind ...

'Tis the season for well-intentioned shoppers to stumble into the confusing world of telescope buying for a beloved astronomy enthusiast. However, buyer beware: purchasing a telescope without knowing ...

Telescopes gather and focus light using precisely-shaped mirrors and lenses (or a combination of both). The larger the telescope’s main mirror or lens, the more light is gathered and the more detail ...

Today is Black Friday, a modern event that evolved from the furious rush to buy holiday gifts for loved ones on the day after Thanksgiving. Stores have sales, people get up early to avoid the rush ...

Do you have a telescope but don’t know how to use it? Maybe you’d like to buy a telescope, but don’t know what to look for. Have your questions answered when astronomer Don Machholz leads a Telescope ...

Our picks of the best small telescopes are all under 10kg, making them perfect for traveling to dark sky sites — check out the best models. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...