SkyView® Lite - Education App | MWM

SkyView® Lite: App Overview

• Core Functionality: An augmented reality (AR) stargazing app that identifies stars, constellations, planets, satellites (including the ISS and Hubble), the Moon, and galaxies by pointing a device at the sky.
• Offline Capability: Fully functional without WiFi, data, or GPS, making it suitable for remote locations like camping or boating.
• Key Features:
  • Time Travel: Allows users to view the sky at different dates and times in the past or future.
  • Sky Paths: Visualizes the trajectories of the Sun and Moon.
  • Sightings: Provides reminders for upcoming celestial events.
  • Social Sharing: Enables users to capture and share images of astronomical discoveries.
• Technical Details:
  • Publisher: Terminal Eleven LLC
  • First Released: March 4, 2011
  • Current Version: 3.8.11
  • Size: 121.8 MB
  • Downloads: Over 40 million.
• Full Version Upgrades: The paid version includes an Apple Watch app, a Today Widget, additional celestial objects, and all in-app purchases.
• Accolades: App Store "Best of 2012" and "Best Education App" (App Store Rewind 2011).
• Compatibility: Supports Space Navigator™ binoculars, spotting scopes, and telescopes.