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The technology and optics continued to evolve over the years. On the technology side, Celestron added StarSense AutoAlign for their go-to telescopes, as well as WiFi telescope control with over our new SkyPortal app. With optics, EdgeHD flat-field and coma-free astro-imaging systems were made to accommodate modern imaging with cameras of all types, especially larger format CCD and DSLR cameras. Now all of these innovations have come together in one telescope package: The NexStar Evolution 8HD. The NexStar Evolution 8HD covers all bases for compact and easy to use, and is perfectly capable for any observing to astro-imaging pursuit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTARSENSE AUTOALIGN IN SKYPORTAL APP\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCelestron added their StarSense AutoAlign technology to the SkyPortal app, making SkyPortal the most advanced telescope control app offered. StarSense not only automatically aligns itself from your smart device, it also has advanced mount modelling, allowing you enter up to 10 alignment points for the most precision pointing accuracy possible. Even the most advanced telescope users will love using StarSense AutoAlign through the app. This affordable accessory replaces the expensive software usually used for advanced mount modeling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith built-in mount modeling, you'll get superior pointing accuracy from horizon to horizon. When your alignment needs to be perfect, add up to 10 additional calibration stars to achieve a new level of accuracy, great for locating objects in the camera’s field of view for astroimaging.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSUPERIOR FIT FOR ASTROIMAGING AND VISUAL ASTRONOMY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you’re interested in astroimaging, the 8-inch NexStar Evolution HD is an excellent way to jump in. It’s the only fork-mounted telescope in its price range that offers brass worm gears, along with improved motors. Tracking is great, and so too is the flat-field, coma-free EdgeHD optical system. You can capture images of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula by simply attaching your DSLR camera. As you progress in the hobby of astroimaging, you can add Celestron's Wedge for NexStar Evolution to achieve longer exposures for more detailed astrophotos.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOf course, the EdgeHD optical system offers bright, sharp views with StarBright XLT optical coatings—a great choice for visual observers and budding astroimagers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNexStar Evolution is equipped with 4 auxiliary ports--2 on top of the fork and 2 on the bottom. 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