Mina Frost
Mina was the Deputy Editor of Top Ten Reviews, and helped build some of Space.com's buying guides. Mina is well-versed in curating the most accurate and in-depth e-commerce content in order for readers to find products they love. She is also a freelance writer, reviewer and editor with extensive experience thoroughly testing products ranging from kitchen appliances to tech and sports equipment. Her knowledge of writing and content is supported by degrees in Linguistics and Investigative Reporting. When she's not agonizing over commas, you can find Mina running, rowing, or cooking (and eating) good food.
Latest articles by Mina Frost
Best laptops for astronomers 2024: Link up telescopes and edit astrophotographs
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet last updated
The best laptops for astronomy can connect to your telescope and support software to edit astrophotographs. With Amazon's Big Deals Days this week, it might be a good time to buy.
Best power banks 2024: Portable charging for astronomers
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide Investing in one of the best power banks and power stations means you can have your devices charged and ready, even on the go.
Best zoom lenses 2024: The best picks from Canon, Sony, Nikon and more
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide Our guide to the best zoom lenses for capturing detailed shots of distant objects, with options to suit a range of cameras and photography styles.
Best telescopes 2024: Stargazing galaxies, nebulas and more
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide Here are the best telescopes for a range of different purposes and budgets — beginner to smart telescopes and everything in between. Keep your eyes peeled for Black Friday deals.
Best monocular 2024: Spot the top models on the market
By Jamie Carter last updated
Buying Guide The best monocular devices on the market offer a lightweight alternative to binoculars. Try using one this month to view a rare comet, or get a better view of Mars.
The best camera deals we've spotted so far: Black Friday 2024
By Alexander Cox last updated
Deals Here's our roundup of the biggest savings and discounts on cameras as we approach Black Friday 2024.
Best budget telescopes under $500 2024: Great telescopes that won't break the bank
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We've rounded up the best budget telescopes under $500 so you can observe celestial objects whatever your budget. Right now, you can grab a Black Friday deal to save on your telescope.
Best smart telescopes in 2024: Observe the cosmos for less this Black Friday
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide Get the the best smart telescopes for less thanks to early Black Friday deals from the likes of Celestron and Skywatcher.
Best telescopes for beginners 2024: Bargain models to observe the cosmos
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide The best telescopes for beginners are a great place to start your astronomy journey — you could catch a glimpse of October's rare comet flyby, ultra-bright supermoon, or elusive 'blaze star.'
Best Black Friday 2024 streaming deals: Access more channels for less
By Lloyd Coombes last updated
Deals From Disney Plus to Paramount Plus and Peacock, there are already some Black Friday 2024 streaming deals available.
Top Black Friday space gifts at Walmart
By Mina Frost published
If you're starting your Christmas shopping early and want an alternative to Amazon, these are the top Black Friday space gifts at Walmart.
Top space gifts from Best Buy this Black Friday
By Mina Frost published
If you're anti-Amazon, we've rounded up the top space gifts from Best Buy you can find this Black Friday.
Black Friday or Christmas sales: Which is better?
By Mina Frost published
While you can get good discounts during both shopping events, we take a look at which is better between Black Friday and the Christmas sales.
Best external hard drives 2024: Top HDD and SSD models
By Tantse Walter last updated
Buying Guide Our round-up of the best external hard drives gives you plenty of options for storing your files safely.
Which is better, Black Friday or Cyber Monday?
By Mina Frost published
What is the difference between these two shopping sales events, and which is best, Black Friday or Cyber Monday? Read on to find out.
6 reasons not to buy in the Black Friday sales
By Mina Frost published
While there are mistakes to avoid and reasons not to buy in the Black Friday sales, here's our advice to make the most of the shopping event.
Top 10 best binoculars deals we've spotted: Black Friday 2024
By Kimberley Snaith last updated
Deals Here's our roundup of the biggest savings and discounts on binoculars as Black Friday 2024 approaches.
Top 10 best telescope deals we've spotted: Black Friday 2024
By Lloyd Coombes last updated
Deals Here's our roundup of the biggest savings and discounts you can make on telescopes as Black Friday 2024 approaches.
Best tripods 2024: For astrophotography, landscapes, travel, video and more
By Kimberley Lane last updated
Buying Guide Owning one of the best tripods for your camera is essential whether you're shooting astrophotography, landscape or portraits.
Best lenses for astrophotography in 2024
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide The best lenses for astrophotography help you capture the cosmos in the best possible way, and there are savings to be had this October Amazon Prime Day.
Best stargazing apps: AR apps and virtual star maps to help you navigate the night sky
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide Looking for the best stargazing apps to learn about the night sky? We've rounded up our favorites right here.
Last chance Cyber Monday deal! Lowest ever price on the Celestron NexStar 127 SLT telescope
By Mina Frost last updated
Deals The beginner-friendly Celestron NexStar 127 SLT is available on Amazon at less than $500 this Cyber Monday, but hurry as the Cyber Monday deals are ending soon.
Hurry! Astronomical savings on the Sky-Watcher Flextube 200P this Cyber Monday
By Mina Frost last updated
Deals Last chance! The Sky-Watcher Flextube 200P has been reduced by almost 15% in this Cyber Monday telescope deal — but it won't be around forever!
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