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AI-assisted OnStep customization with wireless control in LUNA update
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 by Trey Abbe
A new LUNA update is giving OnStep users and observatory automation builders another reason to pay attention. OnStep is powerful because it is flexible. That is also what can make it intimidating. Anyone who has spent time working through mount settings, firmware behavior, wiring, serial commands...
StellarMate OS 2.2.0 launches with other updates
Sunday, June 7, 2026 by Richard Harris
Ikarus Technologies announces the availability of StellarMate OS 2.2.0 alongside a set of companion updates that streamline imaging, expand hardware compatibility, and strengthen community features. This release brings KStars 3.8.3, INDI 2.2.2, native support for Seestar and Alpaca devices, and enha...
ASCOM Platform 7.1 Update 2 Released
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 by Richard Harris
The ASCOM community announces an update to the widely adopted interoperability platform that connects astronomy software with a broad range of observatory devices. ASCOM Platform 7.1 Update 2 expands the platform’s reputation for stability and compatibility, bringing refinements that help imag...
Vaonis Hyperia telescope re-launches with a $99,000 starting price tag
Wednesday, February 4, 2026 by Richard Harris
Vaonis just announced Hyperia, positioned as an all-in-one "smart observatory" aimed more at institutions/outreach than typical consumer smart telescopes. As the smart telescope war heats up, with ZWO pretty clearly leading the charge on pure value proposition, Vaonis has stepped forwar...