| Manufacturer | Celestron |
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| Item model number | 22480 |
| Product Dimensions | 38.1 x 38.1 x 57.15 cm; 5.72 kg |
| ASIN | B0CBQV7G6S |
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Celestron StarSense Explorer 114AZ App-Enabled Telescope – 114mm Tabletop Dobsonian with Smartphone Dock & StarSense App – iPhone & Android Compatible – Easy-to-Use for Beginners
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| Brand | Celestron |
| Model name | StarSense Explorer 114mm Smartphone App-Enabled Tabletop Dobsonian Telescope |
| Optical tube length | 469.9 Millimeters |
| Eyepiece lens description | Plossl |
| Objective lens diameter | 114 Millimeters |
| Telescope mount description | Dobsonian Mount |
| Product Dimensions | 38.1D x 38.1W x 57.2H Centimetres |
| Focus type | Manual Focus |
| Power source | Battery Powered |
| Finderscope | Reflex |
About this item
- SMARTPHONE-POWERED SKY TOUR: No experience needed! Just dock your phone, launch the StarSense Explorer app, and follow the on-screen arrows to locate stars, planets, nebulae, and more.
- PATENTED STARSENSE TECHNOLOGY: Unlike other astronomy apps, StarSense Explorer uses sky recognition technology to turn your phone into a celestial navigation system, analyzing star patterns overhead to pinpoint your telescope’s position.
- TONIGHT’S BEST TARGETS, INSTANTLY: The app generates a curated list of the top objects to see based on your time and location. See planets, bright nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters from the city—and even more from dark skies.
- SIMPLE SETUP, SMOOTH TRACKING: Features a manual altazimuth tabletop Dobsonian-style base. Follow the on-screen arrows to your target; when the bullseye turns green, you can view it clearly through the eyepiece.
- 114MM REFLECTOR WITH IMPRESSIVE VIEWS: The 4.5" Newtonian reflector with high-reflectivity coatings delivers sharp, vivid views of the Moon, planets like Jupiter and Saturn, and deep-sky favorites like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy.
- UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts.
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- Batteries : 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)
- Product Dimensions : 38.1 x 38.1 x 57.15 cm; 5.72 kg
- Date First Available : May 23 2024
- Manufacturer : Celestron
- ASIN : B0CBQV7G6S
- Item model number : 22480
- Country of origin : China
- 鶹 Rank: #24,609 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
- #6 in Telescope Reflectors
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Celestron’s StarSense Explorer 114AZ is the first telescope that uses your smartphone to analyze the night sky and calculate its position in real time, making stargazing easier than ever. Perfect for beginners, this app-enabled telescope lets you dock your phone, launch the app, and follow on-screen arrows to planets, stars, galaxies, and more. Unlike other astronomy apps that rely solely on gyroscopes, StarSense uses patented sky recognition technology and a Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA)—like the sophisticated location systems used by satellites—to deliver accurate, real-time guidance. Simply align your phone with the telescope optics, and within minutes, you’ll be exploring with confidence. The app automatically generates a list of the best objects to view based on your exact time and location. Choose one and navigate there by following the on-screen arrows. When the bullseye turns green, your target is ready in the eyepiece. The high-quality 114mm Newtonian reflector with highly reflective coatings provides bright, detailed views of the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, and deep-sky favorites like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy. The tabletop base is compact, lightweight, and easy to transport, making it perfect for travel. The base’s low profile makes accessing the eyepiece easier for some observers (especially children). Includes two eyepieces (10mm and 17mm), a red dot finderscope, and a StarSense smartphone dock. StarSense Explorer works with most modern smartphones; it is compatible with Android 12 and later, as well as iOS 18 and newer, including iPhone XR and newer models.
Top Brand: Celestron
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StarSense Explorer 114mm Smartphone App-Enabled Tabletop Dobsonian
Dock your phone, launch the app, and follow the arrows to dazzling celestial targets—no experience required.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Perfect for Observers
With StarSense Explorer, there’s no learning curve. On your first night out, you can view celestial objects like planets, double stars, star clusters, nebulae, and more.
StarSense Sky Recognition Technology
Patented tech and your smartphone work together to scan the sky and pinpoint your location. It’s an experience no other manual telescope can match.
The Night Sky at Your Fingertips
The StarSense Explorer app creates a personalized list of stars, planets, galaxies, and nebulae that are currently visible from your location. Stargaze at home or from a remote dark-sky site!
High-Quality Reflector
Enjoy dazzling views through this quality 114mm (4.48”) Newtonian reflector with highly reflective coatings. It has enough light-gathering ability to show you all the best celestial objects.
EASY TO USE
Just Follow the Arrows
Pick a target and follow the arrows on your screen. When the bullseye turns green, your object is ready to view through the eyepiece.
Works With Your Smartphone
Download the free StarSense Explorer app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. StarSense Explorer works with most modern smartphones; it is compatible with Android 12 and later, as well as iOS 18 and newer, including iPhone XR and newer models.
Everything You Need in One Package
StarSense Explorer includes two eyepieces, a red dot finderscope (in case you want to use the telescope without your phone), tabletop Dobsonian-style base, and more.
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| Optical Design | Newtonian refl ector | Newtonian refl ector | Newtonian refl ector |
| Aperture | 4.48" (114mm) | 5.12" (130mm) | 5.9" (150mm) |
| Focal Length (Focal ratio) | 450mm (f/4) | 650mm (f/5) | 750mm (f/5) |
| Included Eyepiece 1, Magnification | 17mm Kellner, 26x | 25mm Kellner, 26x | 25mm Kellner, 30x |
| Included Eyepiece 2, Magnification | 10mm Kellner, 45x | 10mm Kellner, 65x | 10mm Kellner 75x |
| Optical Tube Dimensions | 18.5” x 5.5” diameter (469.9mm x 139.7mm diameter) | 24.25” x 6.5" diameter (615.95mm x 165.1mm diameter) | 28.5”x 7.5" diameter (723.9mm x 190.5mm diameter) |
| Optical Tube Weight | 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg) | 8.2 lbs (3.72 kg) | 9 lbs (4.08 kg) |
| Base dimensions | 15” x 15” x 15.5” (381mm x 381mm x 393.7mm) | 19” x 19” x 16.5” (482.6mm x 482.6mm x 419.1mm) | 19” x 19” x 18.5” (482.6mm x 482.6mm x 469.9mm) |
| Base weight | 8.4 lbs (3.81 kg) | 11 lbs (4.99 kg) | 16 lbs (7.26 kg) |










