Celestron StarSense Explorer 114mm Smartphone App-Enabled Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope

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Celestron StarSense Explorer 114mm Smartphone-Guided Dobsonian Telescope Transform Your Phone Into a Cosmic GPS

The night sky just became your playground. Forget everything you thought you knew about stargazing complexity. This revolutionary telescope turns your smartphone into an intelligent guide that literally points you toward astronomical wonders—from your very first night.

Your Personal Universe Navigator

Imagine having a seasoned astronomer whispering directions in your ear, except it's your phone doing the guiding. The patented StarSense technology performs celestial magic: it photographs the star patterns above, cross-references them with its vast database, and pinpoints exactly where your telescope is aimed. Within minutes, you're tracking down Saturn's rings and Jupiter's moons like a seasoned stargazer.
Here's how effortlessly it works: Dock your phone, launch the app, and watch as it instantly generates a personalised list of cosmic treasures visible right now from your location. Tap your target, follow the friendly on-screen arrows as you move the telescope, and when that satisfying green bullseye appears—you've arrived. The universe is now at your fingertips.

Built for Real Stargazers, Designed for Beginners

The 114mm parabolic mirror isn't just technical jargon—it's your ticket to seeing celestial details that will leave you breathless. Jupiter's swirling cloud bands, the ethereal glow of the Orion Nebula, and Saturn's magnificent rings transform from blurry dots into crisp, detailed spectacles. Even from light-polluted cities, this telescope reveals wonders that most people never imagine exist above their heads.
The compact tabletop Dobsonian base means no wrestling with complicated tripods or confusing mounts. It's astronomy made simple: place it on any stable surface, and start exploring. The low profile design makes it perfect for sharing views with children, while the integrated tension controls ensure buttery-smooth tracking as objects drift across the sky.

Your Complete Cosmic Starter Kit

What's in the box: Two precision eyepieces (17mm and 10mm), the revolutionary StarSense dock, a red-dot finderscope for quick targeting, an eyepiece rack for organization, and a collimation cap for maintaining peak performance. Everything you need to begin your astronomical journey, thoughtfully engineered by Celestron's decades of telescope expertise.
Beyond your backyard: While this telescope excels in suburban settings, take it to darker skies and watch hundreds of additional deep-sky objects emerge from the cosmic background. The lightweight design and built-in carry handles make it the perfect travel companion for camping trips or star parties.

Technology That Actually Works

Unlike generic astronomy apps that rely on shaky phone sensors, StarSense Explorer uses the same Lost in Space Algorithm that satellites use to orient themselves in orbit. This isn't just clever marketing—it's precision technology that delivers on its promises. When the app says your target is in view, it truly is.
Compatible with modern smartphones: iPhone 6 and newer, plus Android devices running 7.1.2 or later (manufactured since 2016).

Technical Specifications
Optics:

114mm (4.5") parabolic primary mirror
450mm focal length (f/4 ratio)
Light gathering power: 265x human eye
Limiting magnitude: 12.8 (theoretical)
Resolution: 1.02 arcseconds

What You'll See:

Planets: Jupiter's four largest moons and cloud bands, Saturn's rings, Mars' polar caps
Deep Sky: Orion Nebula's trapezium, Pleiades star cluster, Andromeda Galaxy
Moon: Craters, mountain ranges, and lunar seas in stunning detail

Mount & Build:

Smooth-moving altazimuth Dobsonian base
CARB-compliant particle board construction
Teflon bearings for fluid motion
Integrated altitude brake system
Total weight: 12.6 lbs (5.71 kg)

Included Accessories:

17mm eyepiece (26x magnification)
10mm eyepiece (45x magnification)
StarPointer red-dot finderscope
StarSense smartphone dock with unlock code
Eyepiece rack and collimation cap
Celestron Starry Night software

Extend Your Adventures
PowerTank Glow 5000 (sold separately): Keep your phone charged all night with this telescope-specific power bank featuring a red LED flashlight for preserving your night vision. Designed to mount directly on your Dobsonian base.

⚠️ Essential Safety Notice
Never observe the Sun directly through any telescope or optical device without proper solar filters. Permanent eye damage can occur instantly. Always supervise children during telescope use and ensure proper operating procedures are followed.

Ready to discover what's been hiding above your head every clear night? The StarSense Explorer 114mm makes the universe accessible, one guided tour at a time.