SkyView® Lite

SkyView is an educational and entertaining app that allows you to watch the night sky anytime you want. The app was created by Terminal Eleven. It is free of charge and extremely popular around the world. You may download it on your Android phone.

Design and Usability 10/10

The app SkyView looks outstanding in its glorious starry sky design. It was created as a tool that helps anyone who is wondering about astronomy to learn more. And you will see all the planets, stars, constellations from a closer view. They are easy to identify and simple to learn. There is an advanced AR technology that allows you to check out the proper location of stars in the sky you see on your mobile phone. Besides, this app is user-friendly. There are multiple Info helpers that guide you through the app. If you are looking for something specific and don’t want to waste your time, there is a quick search icon in the right upper corner.

Key Functions 10/10

This app is a mix of fun and learning. It helps users to discover more about our sky and space. There are numerous features that make the app so popular. Check them out:

• Raise your phone to the sky, and find out which stars, galaxies, planets are above your head. You will be able to see the satellites that are passing through the sky at the same moment, including Hubble and ISS;

• Check out green and red night mode for a better vision;

• AR offers you a close view on all night objects you find with the phone;

• The app provides you detailed information on all the objects you see in the sky;

• You can check out the night sky many years ago or in the future;

• If you want to find the coordinates of your favorite constellation or planet, you can do it via the app.

Security 10/10

This app does not require anything specific from you, except your GPS coordinates and camera, to help you see the stars and planets. It has never been hacked before. You don’t have to go through the registration process as well. The app does not even require a WiFi connection. And if you don’t want to give your GPS coordinates, the app can work without them.