Astronomy Equipment News by Trey Abbe

Read the latest astronomy equipment news, product announcements, reviews, and industry updates for telescopes, mounts, cameras, accessories, and more.

Astronomy

Lunar surface impact from Falcon 9 creates rare observing opportunity

• Tuesday, August 4, 2026
• By Trey Abbe

A spent Falcon 9 upper stage is expected to strike near Einstein Crater with a brief flash...

Software

AstroViewer brings FITS thumbnails to Windows and Linux

• Tuesday, July 21, 2026
• By Trey Abbe

A free astronomy image viewer adds auto-stretched previews, plate-solved overlays, SER pla...

Astrophotography

DWARFLAB Dwarf Mini Smart Telescope Review: Real World Testing

• Monday, July 13, 2026
• By Trey Abbe

A first-time astrophotography test from Missouri shows what this tiny smart telescope can ...

Software

AI-assisted OnStep customization with wireless control in LUNA update

• Wednesday, June 17, 2026
• By Trey Abbe

Practical coverage of how the update brings AI-Assisted OnStep Customization With Wireles...