Latest articles by Jamie Carter
Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
Best light pollution filters for astrophotography 2024
Buying Guide Our picks of the best light pollution filters for astrophotography will reduce skyglow and unattractive color casts, making your images as vibrant as possible.
A particularly active 'aurora season' could be just weeks away
September could be a prime time to see vibrant auroras, thanks to a quirk of Earth's tilt that leads to more intense geomagnetic activity around the equinox.
Best binoculars for kids 2024: Small and lightweight binos for younger users
Buying Guide The best binoculars for kids offer great views in a package suitable for smaller hands and faces.
Annular solar eclipse 2024: Everything you need to know about the next solar eclipse
Reference The next solar eclipse will be an annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14, 2024. The 'ring of fire' will be visible across the Pacific Ocean and South America.
16 best places to see the annular 'ring of fire' solar eclipse 2024
Explore the top 16 places to witness the breathtaking annular 'ring of fire' solar eclipse on Oct. 2, 2024. Plan an unforgettable eclipse experience with these expert recommendations.
Best camera phone 2024: Smartphones that can capture the stars
Buying guide We've rounded up the best camera phones including flagship models from Apple, Samsung and Google.
Where can I see the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2, 2024?
The path of annularity on Oct. 2, 2024, passes through the Pacific Ocean and South America. View detailed maps of where the eclipse will be visible here.
Where can I see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026?
The total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026, will pass over parts of Russia, Greenland, Iceland, Portugal and Spain.
Best star trackers for astrophotography 2024
Buying Guide The best star trackers track the Earth's rotation, enabling you to shoot beautiful, sharp images of the night sky.
Best monocular 2024: Spot the top models on the market
Buying Guide The best monocular devices on the market offer a lightweight, portable alternative to binoculars for nature-watching or observing the stars.
Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 ATB compact binoculars review
Review Pocket-sized and portable, the Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 ATB waterproof binoculars are perfect for hiking and traveling.
Best neutral density filters in 2024
Buying Guide The best neutral density filters adjust the light transmitted into your camera, allowing for better nighttime photography.
See brilliant Venus, exquisite Earthshine and the Perseid meteor shower peak this week
Here's how to see a dazzlingly bright Venus, an eerie view of Earthshine and the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, this week.
See the moon meet Mars, follow the Arc to Arcturus and keep your eyes peeled for meteors and more this week
Discover your night sky this week, July 29 — Aug. 4, 2024, using just your naked eyes, no equipment necessary.
See the moon and Saturn meet up in the night sky tonight
Look east before midnight on July 23 and 24 to see a waning gibbous moon close to the ringed planet.
See the moon meet Saturn, watch for shooting stars and find the Northern Crown this week
Check out these stargazing targets that you can see with the naked eye this week (July 22 to July 28), from planetary meet-ups to meteor showers and more!
Look up! See the Perseid meteor shower, Full Thunder Moon and more this week
Discover your night sky this week, July 15-21, 2024, using just your naked eyes.
How, when and where to see 2024's second 'Manhattanhenge' this week
New Yorkers can view 2024's third and fourth "Manhattanhenge" moments at sunset on two nights this weekend.
Best star projectors 2024: From night lights to home planetariums
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best star projectors including home planetariums, ambient lights and educational tools to set you enjoy the night sky from the comfort of your couch.
10 tips for planning your 2026 solar eclipse trip
Check out these 10 top tips for planning your eclipse experience to make sure you get the most out of the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026.
16 best places to see the 2026 total solar eclipse
Here are 16 of the best places to see the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026. The eclipse will be visible from remote Russian Siberia to eastern Greenland, western Iceland and northern Spain.
Space photo of the week: 'Earthrise,' the Christmas Eve image that changed the world
Snapped from lunar orbit in 1968 by NASA astronaut Bill Anders, who died this week at age 90, 'Earthrise' is perhaps the most iconic image of our planet ever taken.
The 1st 'major lunar standstill' in more than 18 years is about to occur. Here's how to see it
A major lunar standstill is about to occur. The phenomenon happens every 18.6 years when the moon rises and sets at its most extreme points on the horizon, while also climbing to its highest and lowest point in the sky.
