NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope reveals emerging stellar nurseries and individual stars in the Carina Nebula that were previously obscured. NASA, ESA, CSA, and STScI This post has been updated. It was originally published on July 11, 2022. Puffy gas giants. Cosmic clashes. Stellar nurseries. This morning, NASA presented an additional four images from the… Continue reading The James Webb Space Telescope’s first 5 images deliver stunning views of the universe
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The best memory card deals for Amazon Prime Day 2022
The best memory card deals for Amazon Prime Day 2022. Abby Ferguson Memory cards are one of those essential items for photographers that it doesn’t hurt to stock up on, especially when they go on sale. Though quality memory cards are durable things, they still degrade and eventually fail. Like any piece of technology, they… Continue reading The best memory card deals for Amazon Prime Day 2022
Feast your eyes on these brilliant astronomy photos
“Radio Telescope” shortlisted for The Sir Patrick Moore Prize for Best Newcomer. © Liu Xuemei The Milky Way floats over the Oregon coast while rushing seawater plays a soothing song into the night. A compendium of nebulae in capricious colors. These are just some of the images shortlisted for the 14th annual Astronomy Photographer of… Continue reading Feast your eyes on these brilliant astronomy photos
Macro photographer Levon Biss’ big bug pictures magnify tiny species’ oversized impact
The endangered butterfly Gonepteryx maderensis, commonly called the Madeira brimstone, lives in the mountains of the Madeira islands. As caterpillers, they feed on just one type of tree, which is itself threatened by an invasive plant species. Levon Biss The natural reaction for many of us upon spotting an ant, termite, or other unseemly creature… Continue reading Macro photographer Levon Biss’ big bug pictures magnify tiny species’ oversized impact
Best iPad cases for 2022
Stan Horaczek Best overall Logitech Combo Touch Check Price Best with keyboard Apple Smart Keyboard Check Price Best budget Soke case for iPad Check Price You may think iPad cases play a purely protective role in the life of your tablet. In reality, they do so much more. Some cases include keyboards, while others ramp… Continue reading Best iPad cases for 2022
Best triple monitor stands in 2022
Huanuo Best overall HUANUO Triple Monitor Stand Check Price Best for gaming Mount-It! Triple Monitor Mount | Desk Stand with USB and Audio Ports Check Price Best 27 inch ECHOGEAR 3 Monitor Desk Stand Check Price For those who like to maximize their screen real estate and achieve solid ergonomics, triple monitor stands can tame… Continue reading Best triple monitor stands in 2022
Hubble’s largest-ever near-infrared image will help researchers discover galaxies far far away
Galaxies imaged via the 3D-DASH technology. © Lamiya Mowla While the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has been receiving a lot of attention lately (notably, it was hit by a little space rock), Hubble continues to be a faithful performer as it observes the sky. Recently, a team of astronomers led by Lamiya Mowla at… Continue reading Hubble’s largest-ever near-infrared image will help researchers discover galaxies far far away
An introduction to microscopic photography
This ice crystal was approximately 1 mm in size. The picture was made at 2:00 pm and the temperature was 14 F. This type of flake is called a stellar dendrite. Michael Peres This post has been updated. It was originally published on Aug. 26, 2015. Michael Peres loves photographing the tiny details of our… Continue reading An introduction to microscopic photography
Best cameras under $1000 in 2022
Stan Horaczek Best mirrorless Sony a6400 Check Price Best full-frame Canon EOS RP Check Price Best DSLR Nikon D7500 Check Price While flagship cameras that cost as much as a used car are fun to dream about, there are plenty of cameras under $1000 that can help you create great photography. Maybe you’re ready to… Continue reading Best cameras under $1000 in 2022
Best desks for dual monitors in 2022
Stan Horaczek Best overall DlandHome 63 inches X-Large Computer Desk Check Price Best standing desk ApexDesk Elite Series 60″ Check Price Best stand-up desk converter VariDesk Pro Plus 36 Check Price Upgrading your monitor setup can drastically improve your office or editing situation, but finding a desk for dual monitors can be tricky. With two… Continue reading Best desks for dual monitors in 2022