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Star Chart
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View stars from a different time period or place on earth
Star Chart lets users see the sky as it was 10,000 years ago, or as it will be in 10,000 years. It also lets people see what the sky would look like from a different place on earth .
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Limited Data information
Limited information about listed objects.
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Perfectly looking on screen!
It is fun to stargaze :)
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Lots of information is blocked by in app purchases
Instead of offering everything for a flat rate, every additional feature is offered at anywhere from $2.99 to $9.99.
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Provides useful information
Star Chart comes with the Messier Deep Sky catalog which contains information about galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters.
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Limited "search" function
Instead of doing global search in between all object sets, you have to choose up front the set to be searched (stars, constellations, etc.) - which is inconvenient if you do not know to which set the object belongs (i.e. is it a star, a planet, a comet, etc.).
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High on energy
Unfortunately, uses a lot of battery.
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SkEye | Astronomy
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Important data is clearly displayed
This app always displays altitude and azimuth data in large clear numbers.
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Unreliable search function
When searching for specific stars or celestial bodies, SkEye doesn't always bring back the intended results.
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Frequent updates
SkEye is known for having periodic updates that expand this app's capabilities.
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Doesn't work well directly above the user
At the zenith (highest point in the sky), this app's navigation stops working correctly.
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Connects directly to telescope
SkEye is capable of hooking directly to a telescope through the optical tube assembly. Once SkEye is connected, it assists users in finding specific stars or celestial bodies.
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Easy search function
When a planet or star is searched, a guiding arrow appears that directs the user to the correct location.
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Works without GPS
Most star trackers rely on GPS for important location information. If GPS isn't available, the user can enter longitude, latitude, and elevation automatically.
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NASA App
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Updated daily
The NASA app has tons of information, most of which is updated constantly.
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Not much info on celestial bodies
While this app gives users a ton of information on NASA's activities, it doesn't provide useful information for stars.
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A huge selection of content
Has over 14,000 images with more added regularly. In addition to images, this app also offers articles videos, TV feeds, and radio in order for users to get the most out of their viewing experience.
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Informs users of missions 
The Missions calendar lets people see launch schedules and viewing opportunities based on current location. Countdown clocks are included for more precise timing.
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Google Sky Map
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Layers can be chosen
For users who are looking for a particular planet, star, or constellation, all other listings in the app can be disabled except for the target.
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Requires GPS to be activated
Sky Map won't work without GPS.
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Clearly lists what is being viewed
When the phone is aimed at a certain star, the name of the star (or stars) will come up on the screen. This app lists names of stars, constellations, and planets.
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Hard to navigate
Depending on the environment, Sky Map can be hard to use because of the app's controls and the current visibility.
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Search function for finding specific objects
As long as the name of the star or planet is known, it can be found using this app. It is much easier to find an object using the in-app search function than trying to locate it based on other stars or planets. Once the object is searched, an arrow will be displayed that directs the user to the right location in the sky.
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SkySafari 4
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Shows smaller objects
Users can view asteroids, satellites, comets, and meteor showers with information included.
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Paid Plus or PRO of app only for current version
Payment of Plus or PRO app is active only for current version (f.e. v.5). Next version (v.6) has to be paid again.
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Detailed search function
Objects can be found according to name, magnitude, number, Ra, and other attributes.
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Might overwhelm a casual stargazer
There's a lot of information and functionality in this app that might be a bit too much for a beginner astronomy enthusiast.
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Highly informative
The app has historical mythological and scientific information on hundreds of objects. Over 120,000 stars can be viewed, near star clusters, nebulas, galaxies, and major planets and moons in our solar system.
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Can simulate changes of celestial bodies over time
The app is capable of simulating movement up 100 years in the future and past.
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Adds a subscription to SkyWeek, Sky & Telescope
SkyWeek, Sky & Telescope's subscription inform of upcoming eclipses and meteor showers.
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Various events can be animated
Events such as eclipses, meteor showers conjunctions and transits can be animated.
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