{
  "id": 3047052,
  "title": "At 25% off, this beginner-friendly Celestron telescope will bring the lunar eclipse closer",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/at-25-off-this-beginner-friendly-celestron-telescope-will-bring-the",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-24T14:50:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Space.com",
    "slug": "space-com",
    "url": "https://www.space.com/stargazing/skywatching-kit/at-25-percent-off-this-beginner-friendly-celestron-telescope-will-bring-the-lunar-eclipse-closer"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ telescope, currently on sale for $150 at Walmart, offers an excellent opportunity for beginners to explore the wonders of the night sky. This beginner-friendly telescope, named in the deal as nearly $50 off, will allow you to observe the upcoming lunar eclipse on August 27-28 and Saturn's opposition on October 4.\n\nAt 80mm objective, the telescope is equipped with manual German equatorial mount and tripod, two eyepieces (20mm and 4mm providing magnifications of 45x and 225x) and a 3x Barlow lens. The compact size (6.3 kg) and sturdy construction make it ideal for both adults and children, as well as those new to stargazing.\n\nIncluded in the package is the Starry Night astronomy software, which provides over 36,000 celestial objects to explore, making it not just a telescope but a comprehensive stargazing tool. Its price history shows it is now the cheapest it's been in nearly two years, making it a great deal for those interested in astronomy.",
  "summary": "Want great views of this week's partial lunar eclipse or a closer look at Saturn as it reaches opposition in October? This Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ, nearly 50% off at Walmart, is just what you need.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}