# Connected Telescope Mounts The Sky-Watcher AZ-GTe WiFi Controlled Telescope Mount is Supportive By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-11-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telescope-mount References: [gadgetify](https://www.gadgetify.com/sky-watcher-az-gte/) & [amzn.to](https://amzn.to/32aEjUW) The Sky-Watcher AZ-GTe WiFi Controlled Telescope Mount is a connected astronomy solution for users looking to make the most of their time watching the skies and more. Weighing in at 8.6 pounds, the unit is capable of supporting up to 11 pounds of weight and works with the SysScan Pro app for Android or iOS smartphones that will enable users to take a closer look at an array of objects stored in the database. The unit supports sidereal, lunar and solar tracking rates, and can be used with the app to hone in on an array of [celestial bodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-gate). The Sky-Watcher AZ-GTe WiFi Controlled Telescope Mount is compatible for use with a [telescope](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaonis-hyperia), but can also be used with a camera to capture [long exposure videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-identification-camera) with ease. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Connected Telescope Mounts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced AI algorithms to automatically identify celestial bodies and provide real-time information for amateur astronomers. - **Mobile App Integration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create an app that uses augmented reality (AR) to overlay information on the night sky, enhancing the stargazing experience. - **Internet of Things in Astronomy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate IoT technology into telescopes to enable remote control capabilities and automated data collection for professional astronomers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Astronomy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop telescopes with built-in WiFi connectivity for seamless data sharing and collaboration among astronomers. - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design camera mounts with smart features like automatic subject tracking and image stabilization for astrophotography enthusiasts. - **Mobile Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smartphone apps that integrate with connected telescope mounts to offer interactive educational content and personalized stargazing experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intelligent 4K Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seestar-s30-pro.md) - [Smartphone-Connected Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwarf-ii-portable-smart-telescope.md) - [Intelligent Connected Telescope Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decouvir-telescope.md) - [App-Controlled Smart Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evscope-equinox-2.md) - [Automated Algorithm-Powered Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-space-telescope.md) - [AI-Powered Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finder-tw2.md) - [Consumer-Grade Connective Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/equinox-2.md) - [Portable AI Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vizta-smart-and-portable-telescope.md) - [Digital Book-Style Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dwarf-iii.md)