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Aug 22, 2007, 02:01 AM
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| | | google sky launched today
Too cool!
...but if you already have something like StarryNight software, you'll probably find google sky no better. NY Times Story
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Aug 22, 2007, 03:11 AM
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| I can see it being useful if they bring out a net-based version, then it offers the ease and convenience of google maps with no downloads etc. Otherwise I think you're right, it offers little above software that is currently avaliable. |
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Aug 22, 2007, 03:18 AM
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| I think it's being simple and user friendly is it's best point...but I went to my favorite star Betelgeuse and it does not give any info at all...just the name  | |
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Aug 22, 2007, 03:18 AM
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Aug 22, 2007, 03:23 AM
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| Cool, but I'm still bringing my kids to a planetarium. If I got a crick in my neck at 10 years old then so will they!  | |
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Aug 22, 2007, 03:25 AM
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| everyone should go to a planetarium at some point. | |
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Aug 22, 2007, 09:02 AM
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| Quote: | Originally Posted by RickJ Too cool!
...but if you already have something like StarryNight software, you'll probably find google sky no better. NY Times Story | Boy, that did it to me, Rick.. It has been 4 hours since I clicked on the link and it lead me to one of my pet peeves - global warming - I'm so p*ssed off from reading all the b.s. from politicians that I have to cool off.
My high BP right now does me good though - proves I'm still alive and able to be angry at ignorant you-know-whats.
Ah.. where was I.. oh, on AHMD.. now calm down and read some posts...  don't ask how I got there.. it's too long of a story | |
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Aug 22, 2007, 09:07 AM
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| You and me both on the global warning thing  Politicians ought not to be allowed to use that term. | |
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Aug 22, 2007, 09:12 AM
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| While we're all seeing stars, I have been interested in obtaining a telescope. Not knowing what features and/or functions to look for has stopped me in my tracks. I still intend to have one (donations would be greatly appreciated...haha) but I'l gladly accept any advice my likeminded AMHDer's could offer... | |
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Aug 22, 2007, 09:23 AM
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| Today's entry level refractors (about 2.5"), if made by a reputable company like Meade, run about $150 and they'll thrill you for years.
If you can go more like $350, get a 5-6" Reflector.
I'm on my 3rd telescope and have always gone with Meade. Beware telescope bargain brands; they're just junk. | |
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