Chris McMullen
Chris is a freelance journalist who, aside from covering games and gaming-related tech, has a taste for horror, sci-fi and the post-apocalyptic. As well as Space.com, you can find his work at The Escapist, GameSpew (where he’s the morning news writer) and more. You can follow him on Twitter @MarmaladeBus.
Latest articles by Chris McMullen

Telescopes at Best Buy: Deals in stock 2025
By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated
We've combed through all the telescopes at Best Buy, looking for new deals and checking stock levels on popular models.

Telescopes at Walmart in 2025: Best deals
By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated
There are several discounts on Celestron and other telescopes at Walmart, get them before they're gone!

Telescopes on Amazon: The best deals 2025
By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated
Telescopes on Amazon are in abundance, so we've scoped out the best deals that are available.

Sky-Watcher telescope deals 2025: save big on one of the top telescope brands
By Gemma Lavender last updated
DEALS We've found the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals for you.

Celestron telescope & binocular deals 2025
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Deals We've scoped out all the best Celestron telescope and binoculars deals on the market and put them in this handy guide.

Telescope deals 2025: save hundreds with these stargazing bargains
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We've scoped out the best telescope deals available this year featuring top models from reputable retailers.

Best cameras for low light photography in 2025
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best cameras for low light photography let you shoot effortlessly in dark conditions without boosting the ISO too high — check out our favorite models.

Best travel tripods 2025: Lightweight and compact tripods
By Jacob Little last updated
Buying guide The best travel tripods are great for photographers who are often on the go. They balance lightness and portability with stability and quality.

Best Sony cameras in 2025
By Kimberley Lane last updated
We've rounded up the best Sony cameras for photos, videos, astrophotography and more, across a range of budgets.

Best compact binoculars 2025: Lightweight, travel-friendly models
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best compact binoculars, taking into account their build quality, visuals, and how compact they are.

Best photo editing apps for astrophotography 2025
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best photo editing apps for astrophotography, perfect for boosting colors and improving the clarity of your images.

Best Nikon cameras in 2025
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best Nikon cameras currently available, to suit all budgets and skill levels.

Best mirrorless cameras in 2025: Canon, Nikon, Sony and more
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best mirrorless cameras, with models suitable for a range of photography styles, abilities and budgets.

Best cameras for astrophotography 2025: Shoot for the stars with our picks
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best cameras for astrophotography, perfect for capturing stunning images of February's planetary alignment or March's blood moon lunar eclipse.

Best telescope mounts in 2025
By Damian Peach last updated
Buying Guide We take a look at a selection of the best telescopes mounts currently on offer.

Best smart telescopes 2025: Observe the cosmos at the press of a button
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide The best smart telescopes make viewing the universe a breeze. Treat yourself to our top picks from Unistellar, Celestron, Vaonis and more.

Best budget telescopes under $500 2025: Explore the night sky for less
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We've rounded up the best budget telescopes under $500 so you can survey the night sky regardless of your budget, and make the most of March's lunar eclipse.

Best monocular 2025: Spot the top models on the market
By Jamie Carter last updated
Buying Guide The best monocular devices on the market offer a lightweight alternative to binoculars. Try using one this month to view the full moon.

See the planet parade for under $70 with this beginner friendly, super-portable Celestron telescope deal
By Chris McMullen published
Deals The Celestron 70mm Travel Scope is currently 36% off with a coupon, making it the cheapest it's been in a long time.

Best locations for astrophotography and skywatching 2025
By Tantse Walter last updated
Highlights of the best locations for astrophotography and skywatching worldwide including practical information to make your stargazing trip a success.

Best lens heaters 2025: Fight lens fogging with these essential astro accessories
By Ian Evenden last updated
Buying Guide Owning one of the best lens heaters is an absolute must if you're shooting in cold conditions to prevent your glass from fogging up.

Best cameras for timelapse videos in 2025
By Tantse Walter last updated
Browse our list of the best cameras for timelapse videos in 2025, with picks from Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm and more.

Best cameras for photos and videos 2025: From beginner to pro models
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best cameras for photos and videos. With the right camera, you can capture February's planetary parade and March's amazing blood moon.
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