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Celestron AstroMaster 90AZ Telescope w/ Smartphone Adapter & Bluetooth Remote Expired

$98
$225.00
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Walmart has Celestron AstroMaster 90AZ Telescope with Smartphone Adapter & Bluetooth Remote on sale for $98. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member SmartPlant857 for finding this deal

Product Details:
  • 90mm Objective Lens
  • Two High-Quality Eyepieces (20mm + 10mm)
  • High Quality Multi-Coated Glass Optics
  • Universal smartphone/Bluetooth remote adapter
  • Precision Adjustments/Panning Handle

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  • An excellent price on this entry-level telescope. This price is $101 lower than the last time it was a Frontpage Deal.
  • Comes with a 2-year warranty.
  • See the forum thread for additional discussion of this deal.
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Edited October 10, 2023 at 03:14 PM by
Just saw Walmart has this telescope for $98, it was pretty popular on here last Christmas at $199.

Amazon has a prime deal at $191.25

Linking that discussion here:
https://slickdeals.net/f/16268662-celestron-astromaster-90az-telescope-with-smartphone-adapter-bluetooth-remote-199?src=SiteSearchV2Algo1

https://www.walmart.com/ip/784715047
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Model: Celestron AstroMaster 90AZ Telescope with Smartphone Adapter & Bluetooth Remote

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I am generally not downvoting deals, even if they are not great, but this one irks me: Don't buy a cheap telescope. It will ruin the hobby for you.

This is very, very cheap for what it is, but it is still too expensive. Unless you are prepared to harvest the parts, phone adapter (typically around $40), remote ($10) software license ($20), tripod ($20), be prepared to send it back. There are better options out there. The eyepieces are subpar and not really the right sizes (at least one 30mm would be better), and the optics of this telescope are bare-bones (obviously not ED glass, and not coated or otherwise treated). You may see the moon, and get an idea of what Saturn and Jupiter may look like, but even with better eyepieces, it will not be great. Deep sky objects will be impossible to see because of poor glas (chromatic aberration, and distortions) Save your money, and buy a good used one, or spend at least $300. Something like this [amazon.com] is the bare minimum, and it would require a separate purchase of decent eyepieces, mount, finder, and 90-degree adapter. (at least another $150, possibly 200).
Don's waste your money. Bought it last year and returned it after two outings. It's build quality is poor, focus takes too long, I could see waves in the glass when shining a bright flashlight. Way to frustrating to work with. Bought the Creative XP 20-60x80mm and it's a MUCH better made scope that will give you a clear, bright look. The images with using my Pixel phone with it are impressive. The Creative XP gets lots of solid reviews too. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product...=UTF8&th=1
Every time I think of buying a telescope, I am reminded of by the enthusiasts that I am an idiot for not immediately spending $500+ dollars on a telescope with accessories I don't know how to use.

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10-10-2023 at 01:27 PM.
10-10-2023 at 01:27 PM.
Not sure why this isn't getting the love.
It's a very good price for this telescope
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10-10-2023 at 03:30 PM.
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Anyone have this?
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dragon17
10-10-2023 at 03:32 PM.
10-10-2023 at 03:32 PM.
Anyone have experience with it? Reviews seem pretty mixed.

This one says it's bad at any price: https://telescopicwatch.com/celes...az-review/
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10-10-2023 at 03:36 PM.
10-10-2023 at 03:36 PM.
I just bought one. If it's not something I wind up liking a lot, it will make a nice gift.
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10-10-2023 at 03:36 PM.
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this can see your neighbours?
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10-10-2023 at 03:45 PM.
10-10-2023 at 03:45 PM.
Thumbs up for telescope deal. I hope celestron 8se deal comes back at 800$. Cmon Amazon
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10-10-2023 at 03:48 PM.
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Quote from gimmydeal :
Thumbs up for telescope deal. I hope celestron 8se deal comes back at 800$. Cmon Amazon
Me too!
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10-10-2023 at 03:50 PM.
10-10-2023 at 03:50 PM.
Don's waste your money. Bought it last year and returned it after two outings. It's build quality is poor, focus takes too long, I could see waves in the glass when shining a bright flashlight. Way to frustrating to work with. Bought the Creative XP 20-60x80mm and it's a MUCH better made scope that will give you a clear, bright look. The images with using my Pixel phone with it are impressive. The Creative XP gets lots of solid reviews too. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product...=UTF8&th=1
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10-10-2023 at 04:08 PM.
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Out of stock
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10-10-2023 at 04:24 PM.
10-10-2023 at 04:24 PM.
Quote from norcal007 :
Don's waste your money. Bought it last year and returned it after two outings. It's build quality is poor, focus takes too long, I could see waves in the glass when shining a bright flashlight. Way to frustrating to work with. Bought the Creative XP 20-60x80mm and it's a MUCH better made scope that will give you a clear, bright look. The images with using my Pixel phone with it are impressive. The Creative XP gets lots of solid reviews too. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product...=UTF8&th=1
Thanks for your feedback. I was going to jump on this deal.
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10-10-2023 at 04:25 PM.

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10-10-2023 at 04:25 PM.
I am generally not downvoting deals, even if they are not great, but this one irks me: Don't buy a cheap telescope. It will ruin the hobby for you.

This is very, very cheap for what it is, but it is still too expensive. Unless you are prepared to harvest the parts, phone adapter (typically around $40), remote ($10) software license ($20), tripod ($20), be prepared to send it back. There are better options out there. The eyepieces are subpar and not really the right sizes (at least one 30mm would be better), and the optics of this telescope are bare-bones (obviously not ED glass, and not coated or otherwise treated). You may see the moon, and get an idea of what Saturn and Jupiter may look like, but even with better eyepieces, it will not be great. Deep sky objects will be impossible to see because of poor glas (chromatic aberration, and distortions) Save your money, and buy a good used one, or spend at least $300. Something like this [amazon.com] is the bare minimum, and it would require a separate purchase of decent eyepieces, mount, finder, and 90-degree adapter. (at least another $150, possibly 200).
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10-10-2023 at 04:34 PM.
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This is a hobby killer. Do not buy.
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Every time I think of buying a telescope, I am reminded of by the enthusiasts that I am an idiot for not immediately spending $500+ dollars on a telescope with accessories I don't know how to use.
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