# Hi-Tech Constellation Tools The Orion Stargazing Companion Brings Meaning to the Night Sky By Meghan Young | Published 2015-01-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orion-stargazing-companion References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/01/stargazing-device-concept-for-high-quality-observation.html) & [vimeo](http://vimeo.com/111851991) People don't have to be astronomers to appreciate the night sky, but those who want to delve a little deeper into the presence of constellations will want to get their hands on the Orion Stargazing Companion. It may look like a modern magnifying glass, but it is actually a cosmic tool that identifies stars and particular star formations. The Orion Stargazing Companion was designed by Audrey Yrieix from the Institut Superieur de Design. Made with beginners in mind, it not only connects the stars to show the outline of constellations, it also allows users to "zoom in and out by bringing the device closer to their face and read information about the stars on the screen," writes Psfk. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Constellation Exploration Tools:** Creating high-tech tools that make it easier for beginners to explore and understand constellations. - **Smart Magnifying Glasses:** Developing magnifying glasses with built-in connectivity and screens to provide additional information and enhance the user experience. - **Cosmic Education Technology:** Incorporating technology into educational tools to make learning about the night sky and constellations more interactive and engaging. ### Who This Affects Most - **Astronomy:** Developing innovative tools and devices for astronomers to study and explore the night sky. - **Augmented Reality:** Creating new applications and devices that enhance reality by overlaying digital information on the physical world. - **Educational Technology:** Designing interactive educational tools and platforms that utilize technology to enhance learning experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collapsible EDC Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellarscope.md) - [Miniature Astronomy Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-planetarium.md) - [Consumer-Grade Connective Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equinox-2.md) - [Celestial Photography Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-identification-camera.md) - [Intelligent Connected Telescope Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decouvir-telescope.md) - [Smartphone-Powered Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaonis-hestia.md) - [Crystal-Clear Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-telescopes.md) - [Rooftop-Mounted Space Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celestron-origin.md) - [App-Controlled Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evscope-equinox-2.md)