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There's never been a better time to get into Astronomy! Start off easy with an app that will guide you around the night sky - and even entertain you a little when the skies are cloudy. "The app works beautifully, making astronomy a bit less mysterious—but no less remarkable", MacWorld "It’s truly an impressive marvel. 5 Mice out of 5", MacWorld. "..one of the prettiest and easiest to use. And at three bucks, it’s a steal", Cult of Mac. Apple App Store Staff Favorite Voted Best Educational iPhone Application by AppAdvice --- Pocket Universe Have you ever looked up at the night sky, and wondered what exactly you were looking at? Pocket Universe is an easy-to-use app that will help you learn the names of constellations, bright stars, planets and more. You can literally hold up your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch in front of you, and the app will use the built-in compass to display the same view of the sky you see - but one that's complete with names and information. Then explore the Solar System, and take virtual walks on the surface of the Moon and Mars, before playing a game to help you learn more about astronomy that you thought possible. Every night there is something to see: Pocket Universe will provide you a list of suggestions, as well as give you regularly updated news and observation tips - which you can even share with your friends. You don’t need to be an expert to use Pocket Universe, and everything you see has a useful pop-up information window and links to Wikipedia for the latest information. With over 80,000 stars, beautiful textures, built-in quiz games, updated news, lunar phases, information on the moons of Jupiter and Saturn, an Orrery view, and more, there’s so much to explore. For support or to ask a question, feel free to send a direct message on Twitter to @CraicDesign or email john@craicdesign.com. Key Features Pocket Universe was the first iPhone astronomy app to support the built-in compass, and it was also the first to add a true augmented reality view using the iPhone's built-in camera! Use the camera view in the evening or morning sky to overlay the labelled view over the real sky. Simply hold up your iPhone in front of you, and the view will be exactly what you see - but with names and information at your fingertips. Move the iPhone around to see the view change in real-time. Easy-to-use astronomy application, which focuses on helping you answer the question "What's that in the sky?" • Works on all iPhones, iPads and iPod Touch devices running latest IOS • Supports augmented reality views that put the solar system in your living room, or all around you with 3rd party stereo headsets (available separately). • Tracks the International Space Station, and predicts sightings. • Tells you how long every day is, and tracks changes over the year. • Special "Show Me" mode will guide you to named stars, planets, constellations as well as the brightest galaxies and nebulae. • "Tonight's Sky" and "Objects and Events" will keep you up-to-date, and give you suggestions for what to look for when you head outside. • Constellation and Star Quiz to help you learn your way around the sky. • Works in Northern Hemisphere and ‘Down Under’ too. • Links to Wikipedia articles for the latest information. • Responsive customer support, frequent updates. Please note: Network access is only required to view supplementary web-based news and Wikipedia text. This app never transmits data from your device. Note: Non-English localizations focus on solar system objects and constellation names.

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Solar Walk 2 - View Planets 3D

Solar Walk 2 is a powerful tool for exploring our Solar system. The app takes you on a fascinating trip through the vast realms of space and introduces an amazing Solar system model with beautiful 3D representations of the Sun, the Moon, planets, satellites, planetary atmospheres and other space objects in the smallest details. Being a new way to view the Solar system and explore the most outstanding space missions, Solar Walk 2 stands out among other astronomy applications with its stunning visuals, graphics and attractive interface. *** Best of 2016 *** "A must-have for solar system enthusiasts." - Star Mapping "The application is entertaining and useful as an astronomy educational tool." - MyMac "A great way for users of any age to learn more about astronomy." - AppAdvice "A peerless educational tool in astronomy boasting dazzling 3D visuals of solar flares, planetary atmospheres, auroras, and asteroid belts to deliver a unique space experience with unprecedented authenticity." - Appolicious Main features: ● 3D model of our Solar system ● Interactive space encyclopedia ● Astronomy calendar with various celestial events ● Travel in time and space ● Space missions and the history of space exploration ● Fantastic 3D models of spacecraft ● 360 degree images - panoramic photos of our Solar system ● "What's new" section with the latest news from the world of space and astronomy ► With Solar Walk 2 you will be able to see highly-elaborated and realistic 3D models of spacecraft, satellites and interplanetary stations in real action. You will see where they started, track the real trajectory of their flight path, watch gravitational maneuvers, view real pictures made during the missions. ► Enjoy observing fascinating 3D representations of Solar system objects and various deep space objects. The list is growing! We’re eager to add new dwarf planets, missions and more facts about space! All celestial bodies are represented in their correct positions in real time and provided with the detailed information. ► Astronomy calendar of Solar Walk 2 includes various astronomical events and events related to space exploration (the launching of satellites, the first landing on the moon, etc). Choose any date and time and travel in time observing the most interesting celestial events of different periods. ► Wonderful panoramic photos of space objects. Fascinated by the beauty of the Solar system, want to capture celestial objects in their glory? You can select any object, make a panoramic photo and share it on Facebook. Share the beauty of our universe with your friends. ► Be aware of the latest news from the world of space and astronomy with Solar Walk 2. The app's "What's new" section will inform you about the most outstanding celestial events in time. You won't miss the latest astronomy news. Solar Walk 2 is an excellent educational tool perfect for both adults and children who are interested in astronomy and space exploration. How is it different from Solar Walk? Solar Walk 2 has all-new graphics, interface and updated planetary textures. Your exploration of the Solar system in Solar Walk 2 is guided by a carefully handpicked calendar, a collection of simulations of celestial events with stunning visuals. You can still fly around the Solar system and explore it on your own, like in Solar Walk 1, but now you have a comprehensive tour guide at your disposal. The app contains In-App Purchases (Premium access). Premium access allows you to enjoy space missions, satellites, celestial events, asteroids, dwarf planets and comets. Unlock Premium access to the history of space exploration and man-made spacecraft. Travel with Voyager 1, see how gravity assists helped Cassini get to the outer edges of the Solar system, and explore Hubble as if you were right next to it. Note: Solar Walk users with the app installed on device get unlimited access at a discount. Start exploring the Universe with Solar Walk 2!