I have rounded up a list of the best stargazing apps for your mobile phone or tablet. These are the astronomy apps (along with other astronomy resources) I personally use while using my telescope for a night of observing or astrophotography. Many of the star maps are completely free (such as Stellarium) but include ‘Pro’…
I enjoy using a laptop for astrophotography over some of the other choices that are available. The latest computer I use for my deep-sky astrophotography sessions is the Acer Enduro N3. Acer reached out to me to test their new line of rugged laptops in 2020, and I am happy to report that it is…
What is Astrobackyard.com? This astrophotography blog creates an outlet for me to share images, information and tips about my favourite hobby. I received lots of help when I began this hobby in 2011, and it’s my turn to pay-it-forward to the next wave of astrophotographers. I have watched the hobby grow in the short years that I…