Celestron StarSense Explorer 130mm f/5 Smartphone AppEnabled Dobsonian Telescope

Discover the revolutionary StarSense Explorer 130mm f/5 Smartphone App-Enabled Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope by Celestron, a game-changer in the world of astronomy. This innovative telescope leverages the power of your smartphone to analyze the celestial sphere and calculate its position in real-time, offering a unique and interactive stargazing experience.Ideal for astronomy enthusiasts and beginners alike, the Celestron StarSense Explorer offers a user-friendly interface and detailed tutorials through its dedicated app. It's akin to having a personal tour guide for the cosmos. Say goodbye to complicated star charts and imprecise planetarium apps, and embrace the ease and accuracy of StarSense Explorer.Setting up the telescope is a breeze. Simply dock your phone in the unique StarSense dock, launch the app, and align your phone to the telescope's optics. In minutes, you'll be navigating the night sky with confidence. The app generates a list of visible celestial objects, guiding you with on-screen arrows as you move the telescope. When your selected object is ready for viewing, the bullseye turns green.The StarSense Explorer is not just about convenience; it's also about quality. The telescope is built on a high-quality altazimuth base, providing a stable foundation for your stargazing adventures. Its compact and lightweight design makes it perfect for travel, while Teflon bearings ensure smooth motion in both altitude and azimuth. The integrated altitude "brake" system allows for the smoothest motion, even with slight imbalances.Experience dazzling views with the telescope's 130mm (5.1") parabolic primary mirror, capable of bringing out intricate details in celestial objects. From Jupiter's Galilean moons and Saturn's rings to the Orion Nebula and the Pleiades Open Star Cluster, the StarSense Explorer delivers sharp, bright views of the cosmos.The Celestron StarSense Explorer is compatible with most modern smartphones, including iPhone 6 and up, and most Android devices running 7.1.2 or later manufactured since 2016. It uses patented StarSense Sky Recognition Technology and a Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA) to accurately determine where the telescope is pointed in the night sky.Whether you're in a city or a dark sky site, the StarSense Explorer Tabletop Dobsonian is advanced enough to easily pick out the best and brightest celestial objects. Its lightweight design and carry handles make it easy to transport to your observing site. For an extended observing session, consider adding the PowerTank Glow 5000 (sold separately) to keep your phone charged all night.Please remember to never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or with an optic without the proper solar filter. Always ensure an adult familiar with the correct operating procedures is present when children are using the telescope.