We’re all pretty familiar with spacecraft like the Hubble telescope giving us lovely glimpses of distant stars, but you don’t have to strap a telescope to a rocket in order to put it in the right position to capture far-off objects in space.

In a new project from Washington University, researchers have sent a helium balloon high above Antarctica that is equipped with a powerful telescope. The telescope, called X-Calibur, slowly traveled up to an incredible height of 130,000 feet, which just happens to be a great place to peer deep into the heavens.

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If you’re looking for a simple entry-level action camera to capture basic footage, there are plenty of excellent options out there. This best-seller on Amazon is a perfect example, and it’s only $79.99 with more than a dozen accessories. But if you want a true professional-grade action cam that can go anywhere, capture stunning 4K video, and has the best image stabilization the world has ever seen, there’s really only one model you should consider. It’s the GoPro HERO7 Black, and it’s on sale right now for less than it was on Black Friday. In fact, it’s currently available on Amazon at its lowest price ever!

GoPro HERO7 Black — Waterproof Digital Action Camera with Touch Screen 4K HD Video 12MP Photo…: $357.00

Here’s some additional info from the product page:

• HyperSmooth Video Stabilization – Get gimbal-like stabilization—without the gimbal. HERO7 Black predicts your movements and corrects for camera shake to deliver insanely smooth footage.
• Time Warp Video – Capture super stabilized time lapse videos while you move about a scene. Increase the speed up to 30x to turn longer activities into shareable moments.
• Super Photo – Get the best photos automatically. With Super Photo, HERO7 Black intelligently applies HDR, local tone mapping or noise reduction to optimize your shots.
• Rugged + Waterproof – Share experiences you can’t capture with your phone. HERO7 Black is rugged, waterproof without a housing to 33ft (10m) and up for any adventure.
• Voice Control – Stay in the moment. Control your HERO7 Black hands-free with voice commands like “GoPro, take a photo” and “GoPro, start recording. ”
• Live Streaming – Share your story as you live it with video streaming to Facebook Live. You can save your streamed videos to your SD card in high resolution.
• 4K60 Video + 12MP Photos – HERO7 Black shoots stunning 4K60 video and 12MP photos that are as awesome as the moments themselves.
• 8x Sol-Mo Video – With ultra high frame rate 1080p240 video, you can slow things down by up to 8x to relive funny, interesting or epic moments in all their glory.
• Intuitive Touch Screen – If you have a smartphone, using HERO7 Black will feel familiar. Three main capture modes with streamlined settings make navigating easy.

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The Nokia 9 PureView is the Nokia phone many fans of the brand have been waiting for years to finally get their hands on. A couple of leaks earlier this week revealed the phone’s design, complete with the world’s first five-lens camera on the back, as well as its specs and features. Now, a brand new leak tells us exactly how much the phone will cost, and when it’ll launch.

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The annual CES show kicks off next week and we’ll undoubtedly see a ton of great new TVs unveiled at the show. Don’t get too excited though, because it’ll be months before they start launching and they’ll also be way overpriced at first. If you want a new TV, however, now is actually the perfect time to buy one because last year’s models are going on sale as new ones are unveiled. The best deal we’ve found so far happens to be on our favorite Samsung TV of 2018, the Samsung NU8000 Series 4K TV. All of the best-selling sizes are discounted right now, including the 65-inch model for $502 off and the massive 82-inch model at a whopping $1,002 discount. There’s no telling when these deals will end though, so grab one while you still can.

Samsung UN55NU8000FXZA Flat 55″ 4K UHD 8 Series Smart LED TV (2018): $897.99

Samsung UN65NU8000FXZA Flat 65″ 4K UHD 8 Series Smart LED TV (2018): $1,197.99

Samsung UN82NU8000FXZA Flat 82″ 4K UHD 8 Series Smart LED TV (2018): $2,997.99

Here are the bullet points from the product page:

• HDR Plus: See movies and shows just as the director intended in stunning high dynamic range
• Ultra Slim Array: The Ultra Slim Array dynamically fine tunes the deepness of the blacks, to the brightness of the whites, for a picture with sensational contrast
• Dynamic Crystal Color: Discover an expanded world of colors where millions of shades HDTVs can’t replicate make all the difference
• Motion Rate 240: Enjoy smooth, crisp action even in the fastest scenes
• Smart TV with Bixby Voice: A revolutionary way to help find streaming and live TV shows with a Universal Guide, one remote and voice assistance
• Please note the differences between the UN55NU8000 and the UN55NU800D. NU8000: Eclipse silver bezel color, 550 nits HDR sustained brightness, Supreme UHD micro dimming. NU800D: Carbon silver bezel color, 530 nits HDR sustained brightness, UHD Dimming.

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Save up to $1,000 on our favorite Samsung 4K TV of 2018 in this Amazon sale originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 2 Jan 2019 at 12:09:05 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We kicked off the new year with a great roundup of 10 paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free for a limited time. If you missed it, there are actually still a few freebies to be found in there, so definitely go back and check it out. Once you’re done with that, check out today’s fresh new roundup that’s packed with seven different premium apps that are all on sale for free right now. These deals could be done at any moment, of course, so gran them while you still can.

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7 paid iPhone apps you can download for free on January 2nd originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 2 Jan 2019 at 11:46:05 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There were tons of smartwatches and wearable devices that were discounted during this past Black Friday and Cyber Week sales events. In fact, even the Apple Watch saw some decent discounts — and you can still save a few bucks on the Apple Watch Series 4 if you grab one soon. But there’s one smartwatch we covered that outsold every other watch and fitness tracking band that went on sale over the past couple of months, and it’s the Amazfit Bip Smartwatch by Huami. It has all-day heart rate tracking, sleep tracking, GPS, compatibility with iOS and Android phones, and incredible 30-day battery life. It’s finally back in stock on Amazon, and it’s on sale for $80.

Amazfit Bip Smartwatch by Huami with All-Day Heart Rate and Activity Tracking, Sleep Monitoring…: $79.87

Here’s what you need to know from the product page:

• Look as Good as You Feel: With a range of colors and options, the Bip is designed to be worn as an extension of your personal style. Weighing only 1.1oz (32g), and with a bright, transflective always-on 1.28″ display, the Bip can be worn all day
• Go the Distance: Use the Amazfit Bip for up to 30 days on a single 2.5-hour charge.
• Don’t Miss a Beat: Optical heart rate monitoring and built-in GPS allow you to accurately track in real-time your steps taken, distance traveled, calories burned, and quality of sleep. Special sport modes (running, treadmill, cycling and walking) give you even more detailed insights into your most frequent activities.
• Be in the Know: The perfect companion to keep you organized and productive all day long. Receive one-way notifications for emails, SMS messages, and incoming phone calls (prompting you to take action on your smartphone), as well as alerts for Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Snap, Slack, weather forecasts, and other mobile apps
• Satisfaction Guaranteed: Buy with confidence. Amazfit offers a 30-day refund policy, and 12-month new replacement warranty.

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This $80 smartwatch with a 30-day battery outsold every holiday wearable deal, and now it’s back originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 2 Jan 2019 at 11:23:22 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Soon after Avengers: Infinity War ended, Marvel fans realized that all those people who died after Thanos snapped his fingers can’t stay dead for good. Why? Because Marvel wouldn’t just shoot itself in the foot by killing off all those superheroes who still have MCU stories to tell. In the months that followed, we got confirmation after confirmation that the dead heroes won’t stay dead for too long — the best example is the Spider-Man/Nick Fury/Maria Hill trio that will appear in Far From Home, a movie that starts chronologically right after Endgame finishes. Then, fan theories started pouring in, attempting to explain how the remaining Avengers will turn the tide of war and beat Thanos. Popular theories say that Doctor Strange had a hand in various MCU events to build the one version of the future where they prevail, and that some sort of time travel will be required to undo the snap. Now we have a brand new theory telling us that Marvel may have been misleading fans for years with everything that followed Avengers: Age of Ultron.

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Apple’s newest iPad Pro models are nice and all, don’t get us wrong. But just like the company’s newest iPhones, the new iPad Pros are ridiculously expensive. If you’re okay with using Touch ID to unlock your iPad instead of Face ID (and you really, really should be okay with that), then we’ve got a killer deal for you to check out. Amazon is offering the current-generation 10.5-inch Apple iPad Pro for up to $200 off depending on how much storage you want and which color you choose. The 512GB model in Gold gets the deepest discount, with the price dropping from $999 to $799. You can still save about $110 if you want it in Space Gray, though. 256GB models can be had for about $50 off in multiple colors, and 64GB models are up to $60 off, with prices starting at just $589. Definitely get one on sale while you can.

Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch, Wi-Fi, 512GB) – Gold: $799.00

Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch, Wi-Fi, 256GB) – Silver: $751.35

Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Space Gray: $589.00

Here’s more info from the product page:

• 10.5-inch Retina display with ProMotion, True Tone, and wide color
• A10X Fusion chip
• Touch ID fingerprint sensor
• 12MP back camera, 7MP FaceTime HD front camera
• Four speaker audio
• 802.11ac Wi-Fi and LTE cellular data
• Up to 10 hours of battery life

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Save up to $200 on Apple’s 10.5-inch iPad Pro in this big sale originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 2 Jan 2019 at 10:37:54 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A Galaxy S10+ leak a few days ago told us that the phone’s screen will be as big as the entire Galaxy Note 7, revealing how far smartphone designs have come lately. In less than three years, smartphone vendors managed to significantly reduce the bezels on phones, and use almost all the available real estate on the front side of a phone for the display. The Galaxy S10 phones will further increase the screen-to-body ratio on Galaxy S devices by adopting a brand new Infinity-O screen design. In fact, a new leak reveals the Galaxy S10+ will be smaller than the Galaxy Note 9 despite having a much larger screen.

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New leak helps put Samsung’s Galaxy S10+ in perspective originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 2 Jan 2019 at 10:14:51 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Honestly, we’re not sure we’ve ever seen this many killer daily deals to start off a new year, since retailers typically tone things down after the big holiday shopping blitz. But hey, we’re not complaining and you shouldn’t either! Highlights from Wednesday’s roundup include Anker’s awesome 10W fast wireless charging stand for just $22, the insanely popular $350 Sony WH1000XM2 wireless noise cancelling headphones for just $199.99 if you pick up a refurb, the upgraded version of Amazon’s best-selling Bluetooth earbuds for under $22, discounts on two different Instant Pot cookers, up to $200 off Apple’s current-generation 10.5-inch iPad Pro tablets, $159 off our favorite Dyson cordless stick vacuum, $502 off one of the hottest 65-inch 4K TVs Samsung has ever made, great deals on several popular Philips Hue smart lighting products, the best-selling Wi-Fi range extender on Amazon for under $25, and plenty more. See all of today’s top deals below.

Anker Fast Wireless Charger, 10W Wireless Charging Stand, Qi-Certified, Compatible iPhone XR/Xs…: $21.99

Sony WH-1000XM2/B Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Hi-Fi Headphones (Certified Refurbished): $199.99

Mpow Flame [Upgraded] Bluetooth Headphones with Case, Bassup Technology HiFi Stereo in-Ear Wire…: $21.99

Instant Pot Duo Mini 3 Qt 7-in-1 Multi- Use Programmable Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Coo…: $67.99

Instant Pot Smart WiFi 6 Quart Electric Pressure Cooker, Silver: $136.35

Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch, Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Space Gray: $589.00

Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch, Wi-Fi, 512GB) – Gold: $799.00

Amazon.com – Dyson V7 Motorhead Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, Fu…: Price too low to display

Samsung UN65NU8000FXZA Flat 65″ 4K UHD 8 Series Smart LED TV (2018): $1,197.99

Philips Hue White A19 4-Pack 60W Equivalent Dimmable LED Smart Bulb (4 A19 60W White Bulbs Com…: $39.99

Philips Hue Single Premium Smart Bulb, 16 million colors, for most lamps & overhead lights, Hub…: $44.54

Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance LightStrip Plus Dimmable LED Smart Light (Compatible with…: $71.99

Philips Hue Bloom Dimmable LED Smart Table Lamp
(Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and…: $53.99

: $24.65

YI Dome Camera 1080p HD Pan/Tilt/Zoom Wireless IP Security Surveillance System with Auto-Cruise…: $40.59

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Today’s best deals: $22 wireless charger, Sony noise cancelling headphones, iPad Pro, Philips Hue, more originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 2 Jan 2019 at 09:51:44 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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