I tried the first smartphone-based telescope and took next-level photos of the moon – then galaxies and nebulas

Vaonis Hestia smart telescope on a tripod pointing up at the night sky with a Google Pixel phone attached

Telescopes are evolving and their appeal is increasing. The Vaonis Hestia is a perfect example of this. It was first announced almost a year ago, as the world’s first smartphone telescope. It should make astronomy more accessible than ever – and I tested it extensively for its stargazing strides. The Hestia is a fresh take … Read more