To see Northern Lights with your smartphone camera 📸

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The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, are a breathtaking natural phenomenon that paints the sky with vibrant hues of green, purple, and red. These lights are the result of energized particles from the sun colliding with Earth's atmosphere. The particles, guided by Earth's magnetic field, interact with gases like nitrogen and oxygen, creating the stunning colors we see.

Capturing the Northern Lights with a smartphone has become increasingly popular. With advancements in camera technology, even the modest lenses of our phones can seize this celestial dance. To photograph the aurora, you'll need to adjust your phone's settings for low-light conditions, stabilize your device on a tripod, and use a long exposure to let in enough light.

The Northern Lights have been more visible and intense due to a significant solar storm, causing a surge in sightings far beyond their usual locations. This geomagnetic event has supercharged the auroras, making them visible in places where they're rarely seen and providing a unique opportunity for photographers and skywatchers alike.

So, grab your smartphone, find a dark spot away from city lights and you might just capture the elusive beauty of the aurora borealis with a tap on your screen.