SkySafari 8 Pro

SkySafari 8 Pro

By Simulation Curriculum Corp.

Score: 5
5
From 6 Ratings

Description

SkySafari 8 Pro sets a new standard for mobile astronomy. Built on the most complete astronomical database ever put on a phone, it delivers unmatched accuracy, powerful observing and planning tools, seamless telescope and Alpaca camera control, and a beautifully refined interface. Whether you're exploring from your backyard or planning an all-night session, SkySafari 8 Pro gives you the clarity, precision, and reliability that serious observers depend on. What’s New in Version 8 + UI Themes - Customize your experience with five new UI color themes. Instantly change the look of the app with a fresh visual palette. + ASCOM ALPACA Camera Support - Connect and control ALPACA-compatible astronomy cameras directly from SkySafari. + SmartEye Support - Seamless integration with SmartEye for enhanced imaging workflows. + Image Gallery - Import your own images from AstroBin, FITS files, local storage, URLs, or an ALPACA camera. Includes basic editing tools. + Plate Solving - Quickly plate-solve imported images and place them directly onto the sky chart. + Lunar Surface Outlines - Explore the Moon like never before with detailed outlines for maria, craters, mountains, and more. + Appulses in Events Finder - Find precise moments when the Moon or planets pass close to the Pleiades, other planets, or stars of a chosen magnitude. Also includes transit and occultation search capabilities. + Rotatable FOV Indicator - Rotate the field of view to any angle - perfect for matching your camera orientation. + Observing Conditions (Premium) - Get observer-focused hourly forecasts, including best viewing windows, seeing index, and sky quality metrics. If you're new to SkySafari 8 Pro, here’s what you can do: + Point & Identify - Hold your device to the sky and instantly identify stars, constellations, planets, satellites, and more. + Travel Through Time - Simulate the sky up to 5 million years backward or forward. Animate meteor showers, conjunctions, eclipses, and other events. + Telescope Control - Control your telescope and manage your observing sessions with advanced planning and logging tools. Supports ASCOM ALPACA, INDI, and StarSense Explorer. + Events Finder - Use the powerful search engine to find upcoming astronomical events visible from your location - tonight or far into the future. + Cloud Sync (Optional) - Securely back up observing data to LiveSky and access it across your devices or through LiveSky.com. + Augmented Reality (AR) Mode - View the sky with an AR overlay for an immersive experience. + Night Vision Mode - Preserve dark-adapted vision while you observe. + Orbit Mode - Leave Earth behind and fly through the solar system. + Galaxy View - See where deep-sky objects lie within the Milky Way. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.livesky.com/privacy.html

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Reviews

  • Best + most powerful astronomy app

    5
    By foodboggle
    I purchased this app for my kids who are into astronomy and stargazing, and ended up using it myself and not being able to put it down. Very powerful, elegantly-designed tool that is heads and shoulders better than the other stargazing and astronomy apps we use.
  • 5 stars, more like infinite stars

    5
    By Star dust incarnate
    O(rion) wow! Now this is an app where the Betelgeuse is worth the squeeze! Dark and milk chocolate lovers alike will agree, this pro version 8 is the Milky Way to go! Pleiades get it now, you won’t be sorry! -celestial nerd aka star dust incarnate
  • The best of the best

    5
    By sreyemhtes
    There are many planetarium apps. This one is mine. It has it all; data, scope control, plate solving, alpaca stuff, cool themes. A great upgrade from v7!
  • Best in class

    5
    By Hobgoblin1111131111111111
    This app is so fun to use for myself and my kids. I’ve been searching for something like this and I’m so glad to have found it. 10 stars!

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