--- product_id: 180745581 title: "Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ App-Enabled Refractor Telescope" brand: "celestron" price: "$U57349" currency: UYU in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Celestron" url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/180745581-celestron-starsense-explorer-dx-102az-app-enabled-refractor-telescope store_origin: UY region: Uruguay --- # Smartphone-powered sky tour 102mm high-reflectivity refractor lens Patented StarSense sky recognition tech Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ App-Enabled Refractor Telescope **Brand:** celestron **Price:** $U57349 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔭 Unlock the universe with your smartphone—stargazing just got smarter! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ App-Enabled Refractor Telescope by celestron - **How much does it cost?** $U57349 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/180745581-celestron-starsense-explorer-dx-102az-app-enabled-refractor-telescope) ## Best For - celestron enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted celestron brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Vivid, Sharp Views:** 4-inch fully coated refractor optics deliver stunning clarity of the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, and deep-sky wonders. - • **Ready Out of the Box:** Includes tripod, dual eyepieces, erect image diagonal, and smartphone dock for seamless setup and smooth tracking. - • **Precision Sky Recognition:** Patented StarSense tech analyzes star patterns in real time for pinpoint telescope positioning. - • **Curated Nightly Sky Targets:** Instantly access the best planets, nebulae, and galaxies based on your exact location and time. - • **Effortless Celestial Navigation:** Dock your phone, launch the app, and follow intuitive on-screen arrows—no astronomy degree needed. ## Overview The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ is an app-enabled refractor telescope featuring a 102mm fully coated lens and patented StarSense sky recognition technology. It transforms your smartphone into a celestial navigator, guiding you effortlessly to the best night sky objects with real-time star pattern analysis. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, it includes dual eyepieces, a sturdy altazimuth mount, and a full-height tripod, backed by a 2-year US warranty and expert support. ## Description Celestron’s StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ is the first telescope that uses your smartphone to analyze the night sky and calculate its position in real time, making stargazing easier than ever. Perfect for beginners, this app-enabled telescope lets you dock your phone, launch the app, and follow on-screen arrows to planets, stars, galaxies, and more. Unlike other astronomy apps that rely solely on gyroscopes, StarSense uses patented sky recognition technology and a Lost in Space Algorithm (LISA)—like the sophisticated location systems used by satellites—to deliver accurate, real-time guidance. Simply align your phone with the telescope optics, and within minutes, you’ll be exploring with confidence. The app automatically generates a list of the best objects to view based on your exact time and location. Choose one and navigate there by following the on-screen arrows. When the bullseye turns green, your target is ready in the eyepiece. The high-quality 102mm Refractor with highly reflective coatings provides bright, detailed views of the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, and deep-sky favorites like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy. Includes two eyepieces (10mm and 25mm), an erect image diagonal, a red dot finderscope, a full-height tripod, and a StarSense smartphone dock. StarSense Explorer works with most modern smartphones; it is compatible with Android 12 and later, as well as iOS 18 and newer, including iPhone XR and newer models. Review: Easy to use and good quality - My son and I LOVE this telescope. The app that you get access to is user friendly and really helps us to find objects in the sky. My son enjoys looking up the objects in the app and then moving the telescope in place to align the scope. We look forward to endless opportunities to star gaze. I just wish it came with a bag or case to protect it in transport. It’s light enough to take with us when we stargaze. Review: Good telescope - It is a perfect telescope for beginners. I saw many stars, and got the perfect pictures for moon, and even spica (the blue star). ## Features - SMARTPHONE-POWERED SKY TOUR: No experience needed! Just dock your phone, launch the StarSense Explorer app, and follow the on-screen arrows to locate stars, planets, nebulae, and more. - PATENTED STARSENSE TECHNOLOGY: Unlike other astronomy apps, StarSense Explorer uses sky recognition technology to turn your phone into a celestial navigation system, analyzing star patterns overhead to pinpoint your telescope’s position. - TONIGHT’S BEST TARGETS, INSTANTLY: The app generates a curated list of the top objects to see based on your time and location. See planets, bright nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters from the city—and even more from dark skies. - SIMPLE SETUP, SMOOTH TRACKING: Features a manual altazimuth mount with dual-axis slow-motion controls. Follow the on-screen arrows to your target; when the bullseye turns green, you can view it clearly through the eyepiece. - 102MM REFRACTOR WITH IMPRESSIVE VIEWS: The 4" Refractor with high-reflectivity coatings delivers sharp, vivid views of the Moon, planets like Jupiter and Saturn, and deep-sky favorites like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy. - UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B083JP3QYJ | | Additional Features | App-enabled smartphone sky recognition technology | | Best Sellers Rank | #131 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #15 in Telescope Refractors | | Brand | Celestron | | Built-In Media | 25mm and 10mm eyepieces, Accessory tray, Erect image diagonal, Mount and tripod (preassembled), Optical tube, StarPointer finderscope, StarSense Explorer phone dock | | Coating | Fully XLT Coated glass optics | | Compatible Devices | Smartphone | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 523 Reviews | | Exit Pupil Diameter | 4.08 millimeters | | Eye Piece Lens Description | 25mm and 10mm eyepieces | | Field Of View | 1.05 degrees | | Finderscope | StarPointer™ red dot finderscope | | Focal Length Description | 650 millimeters | | Focus Type | Manual Focus | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00050234224604 | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 30"D x 32"W x 50"H | | Item Weight | 14.2 pounds | | Manufacturer | Celestron | | Manufacturer Part Number | 22460 | | Model Name | StarSense Explorer DX 102 | | Model Number | 22460 | | Mount | Altazimuth Mount | | Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) | | Number of Items | 1 | | Objective Lens Diameter | 10.2 centimeters | | Optical Tube Length | 81.3 centimeters | | Optical-Tube Length | 81.3 centimeters | | Power Source | Manual Operation Without External Power Source | | Telescope Mount Description | Altazimuth Mount | | UPC | 050234224604 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 2-YEAR WARRANTY | | Zoom Ratio | 64 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Celestron - **Eye Piece Lens Description:** 25mm and 10mm eyepieces - **Finderscope:** StarPointer™ red dot finderscope - **Focus Type:** Manual Focus - **Model Name:** StarSense Explorer DX 102 - **Objective Lens Diameter:** 10.2 centimeters - **Optical Tube Length:** 81.3 centimeters - **Power Source:** Manual Operation Without External Power Source - **Product Dimensions:** 30"D x 32"W x 50"H - **Telescope Mount Description:** Altazimuth Mount ## Images ![Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ App-Enabled Refractor Telescope - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-eGIED0gL.jpg) ![Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ App-Enabled Refractor Telescope - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/813DWBSwyWL.jpg) ![Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ App-Enabled Refractor Telescope - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61JEBqSrP8L.jpg) ![Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ App-Enabled Refractor Telescope - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61z+8gyB9IL.jpg) ![Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ App-Enabled Refractor Telescope - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61VlqFPDtCL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this product come with a stand?** A: Yes, the tripod and mount with attachable smartphone dock is included with this telescope. Please note that the cradle is shipped rotated 180 degrees to prevent the locking knob from damaging the box in transit, so you will need to rotate the mounting cradle 180 degrees (using the knob as a lever) before attaching the scope and phone dock. **Q: Can i use their starsense app with other telescopes as well or will it work only on their starsense telescopes?** A: If you contact Celestron through their website, they are very good about getting back to you. **Q: What is the length of the optical tube? What is the height of the folded tripod? Can it fit in the luggage for travel?** A: Hi! Our telescope is assembled, so a little hard to measure, but the optical tube is approximately 31 inches long and the folded tripod is about 33 inches. **Q: What is included in the DX 102 package?** A: I do not remember what one I got, but it tells you in item discription what it comes with ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to use and good quality *by S***N on April 1, 2026* My son and I LOVE this telescope. The app that you get access to is user friendly and really helps us to find objects in the sky. My son enjoys looking up the objects in the app and then moving the telescope in place to align the scope. We look forward to endless opportunities to star gaze. I just wish it came with a bag or case to protect it in transport. It’s light enough to take with us when we stargaze. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good telescope *by A***R on August 14, 2026* It is a perfect telescope for beginners. I saw many stars, and got the perfect pictures for moon, and even spica (the blue star). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beginning And Living Small? *by H***E on May 16, 2021* Then this is definitely a telescope to check out. Right now, I am primarily reviewing the setup and storage features, since I just got it, and I am still learning all of its features. First off, setup was a breeze, So far, I love the tripod. It collapses and sets up easily and is stabilized by the easily removable tray. (If you usually use a patio or balcony for your star-gazing, this shouldn’t be a steadiness issue. (If you are viewing in rocky or uneven settings, or have lots of floor space, the tray can be, just as easily, fixed in place.) The actual telescope attaches to the tripod, in quite a clever way, to fix it firmly in place when in use, but easy to remove and gingerly store in a padded case, when not in use. So, if you live in a small space, with not much access to wide open viewing spaces, but can still get a good view of the cosmos from your space, this is a good starter. The telescope so far: With probably less than an hour of fidgeting and re-reading the instructions/provided information, I got a good view of a hot air balloon a couple of miles or so away. This is great for me, because I don't live where there is much to be seen on the ground, tall enough to be seen from a mile away, and that is really what you need to get this thing focused, in the daytime, when first using it, as is recommended. A stop sign would be great, because it's red, but the yellow and orange balloon worked a treat. (Something bright in color makes it easy to hone in on something extremely blurry in the distance. Green leaves of tall trees, not so much.) Hint: Do not try to focus on something less than .5 mile (0.804672km) away (like inside your house) or you will think you have a faulty one. Hint: Probably best not to buy this the day before some amazing celestial event, unless you are really proficient with telescopes and the study of the great out there. Sure you can see things far away, but it's not instantaneous or "point and shoot" (unless, see above.) Now to check out the moon at night. First (easily viewable) things, first! (Updates as I become more familiar with it.) 5-22-21 Update: Saw Jupiter and 3 of its moons! No definition to Jupiter (yet) but it was exciting all the same. ## Frequently Bought Together - Celestron 22460 StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ Smartphone App-Enabled Refractor Telescope, iPhone/Android Compatible, Grey - Celestron 93326 Omni Barlow Lens, Silver, 2 x 1.25 Inch - Celestron 94119-A 1.25 inch Moon Filter - Suitable for Lunar Observation, Extra Bright Planets or Terrestrial Viewing Over Sand or Snow, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.uy/products/180745581-celestron-starsense-explorer-dx-102az-app-enabled-refractor-telescope](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/180745581-celestron-starsense-explorer-dx-102az-app-enabled-refractor-telescope) --- *Product available on Desertcart Uruguay* *Store origin: UY* *Last updated: 2026-08-24*