Re: Celestron Sky Scout


"plawler" <plawler@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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Phil Wheeler wrote:

At $400 it's over-priced even if it does perform as advertized, IMHO.

Really? A full on GPS with geomagnetic and tilt sensors overpriced at
$400? I don't think so...
Hm. There are off the shelf standard GPS's now available for under $250,
which include magnetic sensor, barometer, CF interface, and full colour
displays. I'm afraid the price of this sort of unit, has plummeted, and
while $400, would have looked a 'good' price only perhaps 18 months ago,
it now looks very high.

My guess is that they will be available for much less in 6-18 months.

Pretty good guess with almost ANYTHING electronic. ;o)
Only if it sells in quantity.

Best Wishes



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