Off Topic: Full Solar Eclipse In Russia Captured On Video For Your Viewing Pleasure

Posted by: dgoldring on Aug 01 2008 - 16 views

Today seems to be my day to go wildly off topic.  But, since my post count has been a bit low these days, I think it is OK.  Anyway, today there was a full solar eclipse in Russia, and other countries in that region of the world.

I had the opportunity to see a full solar eclipse when I was in college, and it was one of the most amazing things I have ever seen.  The birds stop chirping, there is a strange breeze…and then the stars come out (at noon).  Wild stuff.  If you are having trouble imagining what I am trying to describe, check out this video someone shot of the eclipse.

They say you should avoid staring directly at an eclipse (especially the corona) but there is apparently nothing wrong with aiming your camcorder at it.

[via CNN]

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Vito’s AstroNavigator II, Solar Eclipse Discount!

Posted by: Peter Murphy on Jul 29 2008 - 35 views

For all of you avid star gazers out there, or for all of you that are vaguely interested in astronomy, did you know that there is a total solar eclipse due on the First of August? You all know you shouldn’t look directly at a solar eclipse, it can damage your vision, unfortunately this great natural event can only be viewed in certain parts of the world.

The total Solar Eclipse takes place on the 1st of August 2008. It will be visible from a narrow corridor through northern Canada (Nunavut), northern part of Russia, western Mongolia, and China. You are far from those places but you still want to watch it? AstroNavigator II by VITO Technology gives you an opportunity to gaze at the Eclipse right on your PocketPC.

Vito are offering 30% off AstroNavigator II from the 29th of July to the 2nd of August, this means it’ll set you back $13.95 and you can download it here, not too shabby, so get in while you can and start searching the skies!

Check out the full features of AstroNavigator at Vito Technology

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