SUMMARY

Qivika has introduced an AI-powered, pocket-sized smart telescope available on Kickstarter, designed to convert any iOS or Android smartphone into a compact system for stargazing and wildlife photography. The device weighs around 300g and combines high-magnification optics with on-device AI to assist with framing, composition, and object identification, functioning offline for remote use. It features a precision folded periscope optical system with ED glass and multi-coated lenses, claiming 24x optical magnification and a field of view equivalent to a 3,000mm lens. Qivika also includes astronomy-focused features like constellation overlays and dedicated shooting modes, positioning itself as a smartphone-powered optical attachment.

TAKEAWAYS

Qivika's smart telescope offers 24x optical magnification and AI assistance.

It transforms smartphones into a device with a 3000mm equivalent field of view.

The portable gadget is available for pre-order on Kickstarter.

It includes features for both wildlife photography and stargazing.

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