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Celestron has put its main focus on WiFi enabled telescopes and microscopes this year. The idea is to enable telescopes and microscopes to be controlled and viewed through your WiFi network via an app on your smartdevice or on your computer.



Not only is this making it more convienient for experienced astronomers, it makes more advanced telescope features like autotracking and autoguiding more accessible to beginners. Something which I think is great.

“Our goal is to introduce a new generation to the hobby of astronomy,” said Celestron CEO Dave Anderson. “We’ve come up with several huge innovations that are sure to resonate with the tech-savvy audience at CES.”

You can connect Celestrons new telescopes with their free SkyPortal app which has over 100 000 celestial objects.

This technology doesn’t just make good old telescopes more advanced, it allows you to control them from the comfort and warmth inside your home. Which I find truly excellent. It makes those nights that are just too cold for astronomy much more convenient for viewing. In theory you could also use your telescopes while you are away from your home, depending on how your setup looks.

The telescopes have built in powerbanks for up to 10 hours of use, as well as the ability to charge your smart device through it.

Celestron also featured WiFi enabled microscopes. The idea is essentially the same, making it possible to view through your microscope wirelessly.

Read more in Celestrons press release below: