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THE COOLEST GADGETS AND BOOKS TO GET IN 2022
SPACE FANS AND STARGAZERS, KEEP READING FOR THE BEST GADGETS AND BOOKS THAT CAUGHT OUR EYE AND
DESERVE A SPACE IN YOUR LIFE! By: Nadine Sims
THE OREGONWEATHER STATION - WMR86NS Want your own home weather station? Thanks to the OregonWeather Station WMR86NS, that’s entirely possible. This nifty gadget with an LCD screen provides all the weather data you need. You’ll be able to see the forecast, wind speed and direction, time, indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity in up to three locations, moon phase,
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC 50/600 TELESCOPE This telescope is our top pick for a beginner’s introduction to the exploration of space. The telescope features an adjustable aluminium tripod, refractor telescope, 50mm lens diameter, 600mm focal length, and can be used for both terrestrial and astronomical observations. It also comes with three superb eyepieces that allow for different magnifications, giving newcomer explorers an easy view! Retails for R1 327 on Takealot.com
barometric pressure and rainfall reading. Retails for R2 999 on Loot.co.za ASTRO II CONSTELLATION WATCH This watch is a marvellous astronomical one with a rotating planisphere constellation map. You can manually rotate it, depending on which part of the sky you'd like to view. Its extensive functionality means you will always be occupied when using it. If you’re intimidated by its appearance, worry not - detailed instructions are included to guide you along the way. This Astro watch is the perfect item for anyone interested in space, science, astronomy and the night sky. Available for R2 405 on Amazon.com (excluding shipping
2022 GUIDE TO THE NIGHT SKY SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE This book is a fascinating month-bymonth guide to exploring the skies above Australia, New Zealand and South Africa by renowned astronomical experts Storm Dunlop and Wil Tirion. It is suitable for both amateur and seasoned astronomers. The detailed handbook offers insight into the planets, stars and constellations visible from the Southern Hemisphere. You can expect to find six pages for each month from January-December 2022. Retails for R175 on Takealot.com
to South Africa) African Science Stars Issue 3 | www.assap.co.za
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