Which innovative retail strategy first allowed customers to test high-end telescopes remotely via internet before purchasing?

The astronomy industry has seen significant retail innovation in how telescopes, star-tracking equipment, and celestial observation tools are sold to enthusiasts and professionals alike. From specialized boutiques to online platforms with virtual testing capabilities, astronomical retail has evolved dramatically. This poll tests your knowledge about a groundbreaking retail strategy that transformed how consumers interact with astronomical products before purchase.

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Celestron's Virtual Observatory Network (2008), which connected potential buyers to remotely operated telescopes at dark-sky locations
Meade's SkyConnect Program (2012), which offered live video consultations with astronomers using products in real-time
Orion's StarTest Initiative (2010), which shipped sample telescopes to customers for a 30-day trial with full refund guarantee
Sky-Watcher's Cloud Platform (2015), which provided simulated telescope experiences using previously captured high-resolution imagery