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

Best tripods 2025: For astrophotography, landscapes, travel, video and more
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide Owning one of the best tripods for your camera is essential whether you're shooting astrophotography, landscape or portraits.

Best eyepieces for telescopes 2025: A crucial telescope accessory to invest in
By Damian Peach last updated
Buying Guide The best eyepieces for telescopes can transform your skywatching experience, allowing you to get closer to the planets, comets, and stars.

Best star trackers for astrophotography 2025
By Jamie Carter last updated
Buying Guide The best start trackers will help you take better photographs of the planetary parade and the total lunar eclipse by tracking the Earth's rotation.

Best beginner cameras 2025: Canon, Sony, Nikon, Olympus and more
By Jacob Little last updated
Buying Guide The best beginner combine ease-of-use and intuitive features to help you improve your photography skills. Keep an eye out for deals on some of our top picks.

Best telescopes for deep space 2025: View the universe in breathtaking detail
By Tom Kerss last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best telescopes for deep space — gaze far into the night sky and survey the cosmos in impressive detail.

Best binoculars for long distance viewing 2025
By Kimberley Lane last updated
The best binoculars for long distance viewing have high magnification and quality optics — grab a bargain for deep-sky views this Black Friday.

Best night vision binoculars 2025: Our top picks to see in the dark
By Russ Swan last updated
Buying Guide The best night vision binoculars allow you to spot nocturnal wildlife or enjoy views of the February's full moon.

Best budget binoculars 2025: Affordable, high-quality models
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide We've rounded up the best budget binoculars, combining affordability with good quality optics and fantastic views.

Best binoculars for kids 2025: Small and lightweight binos for younger users
By Jamie Carter last updated
Buying Guide The best binoculars for kids provide closer views and are designed to be convenient for smaller hands and faces.

Best camera backpacks 2024: Protect your camera, lenses and astro accessories when traveling
By Jacob Little last updated
Buying Guide Our guide to the best camera backpacks on the market — combining practicality and style, these bags will keep all your camera equipment safe, dry and organized.

Beginner telescope for kids now under $100 for Cyber Monday 2024
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Looking for the perfect Christmas present for a young stargazer? Rush to snap up one of the best telescopes for kids, the Celestron AstroMaster, 15% off for Cyber Monday.

The skywatching butler I always wanted — Get $500 off this Unistellar smart telescope
By Chris McMullen published
Deals This Unistellar Odyssey telescope is loaded with features that take the work out of observing the cosmos and it's $460 off for Cyber Monday, but you'll have to be fast!

Hurry! Save hundreds on these 9 telescopes with these last-chance Cyber Monday deals!
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Cyber Monday is your last day to save serious money on telescopes, but you'll have to be fast, we've already seen some deals disappear into a black hole but here are 9 you won't want to miss!

This DJI drone bundle has already seen one price rise since yesterday — don't wait any longer!
By Chris McMullen last updated
Deals Our drone expert gave the DJI Air 3 4.5/5 stars. Fly for longer with the 'Fly More' bundle. Stock is low, so act fast.

Unlock the Cosmos this Cyber Monday! Claim 33% off the Pococo Galaxy Star Projector today.
By Chris McMullen last updated
Deals Pococo has rolled over its Black Friday star projector deal into Cyber Monday to equal its best-ever price. We expect the price to return to $99 tomorrow.

Hurry! Only one left of this Celestron motorized telescope on Amazon this Cyber Monday
By Chris McMullen last updated
Deals This could be your last chance to save $300 on the Celestron NexStar 8SE this Black Friday weekend with stock running low on Amazon.

Hurry! $80 off this awesome Star Wars Lightsaber this Black Friday but stocks are running low
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Want to roleplay as Star Wars' little green Jedi Master? Get 32% off this electronic Star Wars Black Series Yoda Lightsaber on Amazon this Black Friday.

Light up your home with our favorite Astronaut star projector now 35% cheaper for Black Friday
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Looking for a gift for a space-loving child? Or do you just want a star projector that won't break the bank? Our favorite Astronaut star projector is 35% cheaper this Black Friday.

Our best budget telescope is $115 off this Black Friday, but you'll have to be fast
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Looking for a gift for a budding sky watcher, or just don't want to break the bank? This Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ telescope is a stellar $115 off in Amazon's Black Friday sale, so grab it while you can!

Missing Star Wars: Ahsoka? Get $94 off this Force FX Elite Sabine Wren Lightsaber
By Chris McMullen published
Deals This Star Wars: Black Series Force Elite Sabine Wren Lightsaber is 34% off at Amazon, just what I need to tide me over till Star Wars: Ahsoka Season 2.

$255 off for Black Friday, this astronomer-friendly MacBook Air has never been cheaper
By Chris McMullen published
Deals This sleek MacBook Air M3 13-inch laptop, ideal for budding astronomers, is an absolute steal at 23% in Amazon's Black Friday sale.

Stargaze for less — lowest price in six months on these Celestron binoculars at Amazon this Black Friday
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Want stunning views of the cosmos without a telescope? Celestron SkyMaster Pro 20x80 binoculars are only $210 in Amazon's Black Friday sale.

Get 26% off this BlissLights galaxy projector this Black Friday and fill your home with stars!
By Chris McMullen published
Deals Want to relax, meditate, or lull little ones to sleep? Invite the cosmos into your home with this amazing Blisslights Sky Lite Evolve projector, $10 off at Amazon for Black Friday.
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