Unistellar, a French pioneer in connected astronomy, is once again shaking up the codes of the sky with the launch of ODYSSEY Red Edition, a vibrant spring-summer version of its famous smart telescope.
Presented at CES 2024, this special edition is not just a cosmetic variation: it embodies a true statement of design and innovation, where aesthetics and performance merge to offer a unique celestial observation experience.
Unistellar: the rising star of mainstream astronomy
Unistellar, a French company founded in Marseille in 2017, has established itself in just a few years as a key player in new-generation astronomy. Its mission is clear: make the observation of the universe accessible, intelligent and participatoryBy reinventing the telescope for the digital age, Unistellar has won over astronomy enthusiasts, curious amateurs, and scientific institutions alike. Its flagship technology, integrated into all its models, is based on an amplified imaging system, automated focusing, and intuitive connectivity with smartphones and tablets.
But the real uniqueness of Unistellar lies in its exclusive partnership with the SETI Institute : thanks to a global network of interconnected users, Unistellar telescopes can participate in scientific campaigns in real time, such as asteroid detection, stellar occultations and the search for exoplanets. The company also works closely with Nikon, a world reference in optics, to offer exceptional image quality. By combining design, cutting-edge technology and citizen contribution to scienceUnistellar gives the night sky a central place in our connected daily lives.
Cosmic Red: a strong aesthetic signature
THEODYSSEY Red Edition dares to wear red, an emblematic color of the universe. Both functional – to preserve night vision – and emotional, it symbolizes passion, discovery and energyPhilippe Arnaud, from the PAD design studio, and Rodrigo Aguadé, artistic director at Charlie Number Five, have designed a telescope that catches the eye while blending naturally into its environment. The interplay between matte black finish and red accents evokes scientific sobriety and exploratory audacity.
A design that, according to the creators, does not seek to impress, but to inspire respect for spaceHere, each curve, each line is designed to accompany the observer, not to impose itself on him.
Cutting-edge technology at the service of discovery
Under his vibrant red hull,ODYSSEY Red Edition contains a real concentration of technological innovations. It integrates the Nikon High Precision Optics, a high-precision optic co-developed with Nikon, which does not require no manual adjustment, for immediate and smooth use. The Stellar Autofocus, a fully automated focusing system, ensures a clear image in all circumstances, without user intervention. Another feat: the Multi-Depth Technology, a patented technology from Unistellar, allows you to instantly move from an object in the solar system to a distant galaxy, as the Horseshoe Nebula or Cigar Galaxy, with striking precision. Thanks to a diameter of 85 mm, a angular resolution of 1,68 arc seconds and sampling of 0,93 arc seconds, this telescope offers a detailed and immersive vision of the universe, from the planets to the confines of the cosmos.
A connected and immersive experience
The ODYSSEY PRO features the Nikon Eyepiece Technology, an electronic eyepiece that immerses the user in the heart of the cosmos, in high definition. The UNISTELLAR mobile application transforms your smartphone or tablet into true celestial co-pilot, automatically guiding the telescope to celestial objects of interest and assisting you in every step of your exploration.
Whether you want to admire the Jupiter's Great Red Spot, explore the spiral arms of a galaxy 27 million light-years away, or simply observe a lunar crater, the ODYSSEY Red Edition takes you there with a simplicity and stunning precision.
Le Unistellar ODYSSEY Red Edition combines brilliantly bold design et high-level engineeringIts compactness, its lack of manual adjustment, and the wealth of its connected functionalities make it a powerful tool for amateur astronomers as well as demanding enthusiasts. We particularly appreciate the picture quality, versatility of observation, And the intuitive navigation via the mobile application. The choice of a red color, far from being a gimmick, is part of a coherent approach between aesthetics and scientific use.
Le Unistellar ODYSSEY Red Edition telescope is a version to collect and to use, which transforms every starry night into a cosmic adventure.
Patrick Koune
