From magnification to light-gathering, here’s how to make the decision between buying a telescope or a monocular for stargazing and astronomy. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn ...

A common misconception about telescopes is that their primary purpose is to increase the apparent size of distant objects. While magnifying is a key feature of telescopes, it’s not necessarily the ...

We've tested many image-stabilized binoculars — here's our expert verdict on whether you should bite the bullet and buy a pair or go with regular binoculars for stargazing. When you purchase through ...

The Celestron NexStar 8SE is selling fast so this could be your last chance to save $300 on Live Science's top telescope this Black Friday weekend. When you purchase through links on our site, we may ...

Getting your first telescope should feel exciting, not frustrating. If I avoid a few common beginner mistakes, I can turn that confusing bundle of glass and metal into a tool that reliably shows the ...