I’m pairing my smartphone with this smart telescope for the next solar eclipse this weekend

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Heres why its my new favorite smart telescope.

Ive been able to perform continuous imaging for over two hours, so battery life is never a concern.

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You really just set it and forget it, thats how easy it is to operate.

Ive tested other smart telescopes like theUnistellar Odyssey Pro, which produces stunning images.

However, youll end up spending several thousands on picking one up.

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Yet, Id argue that the Seestar S30 performs just as good.

NGC 2174 the Monkey Head Nebula looks even more defined after toning down the highlights and increasing the contrast.

I really like how the gases in the nebula have more definition after tweaking the shot.

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With 104 minutes of imaging, it draws out the distinct formation of the spiral galaxy.

And finally, theres my favorite shot of them all: NGC 2244 the Rosette Nebula.

Again, the 150mm focal length of the Seestar S30 allows me to better capture more of it.

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These are all of the reasons why the Seestar S30 has become my favorite smart telescope.

Best of all, its unbelievably affordable at around $400.

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