SkyScout Personal Planetarium
I always wanted to know more about astronomy, and all the different constellations, but lets be honest, who has the time? Well now, if you can point a camera, you can easily identify many constellations.
Just point the SkyScout at the night sky and it can identify celestial objects instantly. This is a tremendously cool gadget!
You can buy the SkyScout Personal Planetarium at National Geographic.
“Using a combination of GPS technology, three-axis sensors that measure gravitational and magnetic fields, and its own astronomical database of more than 6,000 celestial objects, this incredible device knows exactly where you are on the planet and at precisely what angle you are holding the SkyScout. It uses this information to correctly identify the object in its sights. Alternatively you can choose from any of the constellations, galaxies, or nebulae in the database, and the SkyScout will direct you by using on-screen prompts to help you locate your selection with ease. It also provides astronomical information, historical data, and mythological background on the LED display. Listen to audio narration with the included earphones, and use the USB cable to download updates and new discoveries from your PC directly to the SkyScout.”
July 20th, 2007 at 10:57 am
I noticed your blog about the SkyScout and thought you might like to know about a sweepstakes that Celestron just started. The grand prize is an assortment of Celestron stargazing and exploration products – including the SkyScout – and all of the camping supplies and gear needed for an outdoor adventure. Also, three first place winners will receive SkyScouts and six runner-up winners will take home Celestron stargazing and exploration products.
Here is the link to the contest: http://www.celestron.com/UBASC/
Thanks and good luck!
July 20th, 2007 at 7:29 pm
Thanks for the info Bethany!