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About SkyORB 2021 Astronomy in AR
Unleash the power of the universe with SkyORB, your all-in-one astronomy companion. Explore the stars, planets, and celestial events like never before. Discover the wonders of the cosmos and stay informed about astronomical phenomena.
Why Choose SkyORB?
Astronomy at Your Fingertips: SkyORB is a lightweight and fast astronomy app designed to put the universe in the palm of your hand. With a 3D star map, a feature-packed planetarium, ephemeris with notifications, and much more, it's your gateway to the cosmos.
Real-Time 3D Universe: Immerse yourself in a breathtaking 3D representation of our solar system. Watch as planets orbit the sun in real-time. Zoom in for a closer look at the planets or zoom out to explore the entire Milky Way.
Explore the Night Sky: SkyORB brings the night sky to life. Use your device to point at a star or planet, and our app will identify it for you. Whether you rely on GPS positioning, compass orientation, gyroscope data, or ARKit, we've got you covered.
Stay Informed: Keep track of comets and satellites with updates from the web. Stay on top of celestial events with personalized ephemeris that covers the next 60 days. Whether it's the peak of a meteor shower or a planetary elongation, we'll make sure you're in the know.
Universal Search: Looking for a specific celestial object? Our universal search engine lets you find everything from constellations and planets to space probes and more with just a few keystrokes.
Moon Phases: SkyORB provides moon phase information, including rise and set times. Explore the moon's changing faces and understand its impact on the night sky.
Worldwide Simulations: Simulate the night sky from any location on Earth or even from other planets like Mars. SkyORB 2023 lets you explore the universe from wherever you are.
Notifications: Receive local notifications for significant astronomical events like planet visibility, full and new moons, and eclipses. Plus, get the latest astronomy news delivered right to your device.
Upgrade to SkyORB Premium and Unlock Even More:
Ad-Free Experience: Say goodbye to ads and enjoy uninterrupted stargazing.
Enhanced Planetarium: Go full-screen in planetarium mode, unlocking more views.
Extended Information: Get more details on moon phases and ephemeris.
Comprehensive Search: Unlock the full potential of our search engine.
Multi-Device Access: Access your premium features on all your devices connected to your account with iOS cloud storage.
And Much More: Enjoy a host of additional premium features.
Apple Watch Support: Now you can explore the cosmos right from your wrist with vocal search, digital crown functionality, an equation of time complication, and standalone use.
Upgrade and Renewal: The 12-month Premium Membership automatically renews, ensuring uninterrupted access to premium features. Manage your subscription in your iTunes account settings.
Step into the world of astronomy with SkyORB. Download it today and embark on your cosmic journey. The universe is waiting
Why Choose SkyORB?
Astronomy at Your Fingertips: SkyORB is a lightweight and fast astronomy app designed to put the universe in the palm of your hand. With a 3D star map, a feature-packed planetarium, ephemeris with notifications, and much more, it's your gateway to the cosmos.
Real-Time 3D Universe: Immerse yourself in a breathtaking 3D representation of our solar system. Watch as planets orbit the sun in real-time. Zoom in for a closer look at the planets or zoom out to explore the entire Milky Way.
Explore the Night Sky: SkyORB brings the night sky to life. Use your device to point at a star or planet, and our app will identify it for you. Whether you rely on GPS positioning, compass orientation, gyroscope data, or ARKit, we've got you covered.
Stay Informed: Keep track of comets and satellites with updates from the web. Stay on top of celestial events with personalized ephemeris that covers the next 60 days. Whether it's the peak of a meteor shower or a planetary elongation, we'll make sure you're in the know.
Universal Search: Looking for a specific celestial object? Our universal search engine lets you find everything from constellations and planets to space probes and more with just a few keystrokes.
Moon Phases: SkyORB provides moon phase information, including rise and set times. Explore the moon's changing faces and understand its impact on the night sky.
Worldwide Simulations: Simulate the night sky from any location on Earth or even from other planets like Mars. SkyORB 2023 lets you explore the universe from wherever you are.
Notifications: Receive local notifications for significant astronomical events like planet visibility, full and new moons, and eclipses. Plus, get the latest astronomy news delivered right to your device.
Upgrade to SkyORB Premium and Unlock Even More:
Ad-Free Experience: Say goodbye to ads and enjoy uninterrupted stargazing.
Enhanced Planetarium: Go full-screen in planetarium mode, unlocking more views.
Extended Information: Get more details on moon phases and ephemeris.
Comprehensive Search: Unlock the full potential of our search engine.
Multi-Device Access: Access your premium features on all your devices connected to your account with iOS cloud storage.
And Much More: Enjoy a host of additional premium features.
Apple Watch Support: Now you can explore the cosmos right from your wrist with vocal search, digital crown functionality, an equation of time complication, and standalone use.
Upgrade and Renewal: The 12-month Premium Membership automatically renews, ensuring uninterrupted access to premium features. Manage your subscription in your iTunes account settings.
Step into the world of astronomy with SkyORB. Download it today and embark on your cosmic journey. The universe is waiting
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What's New in the Latest Version 2021 LTS 4
Last updated on Mar 26, 2024
Old Versions
Thank you for choosing SkyORB 2021! As we continue to enhance your astronomical experience, we're pleased to announce our latest update. In this release, we've focused on ensuring accurate time and duration calculations for the upcoming Great American Solar Eclipse of 2024. With SkyORB 2021, you can trust that you'll have the precise information you need to witness this celestial event in all its splendor. Stay tuned for more updates as we strive to provide you with the best tools for exploring the cosmos.
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Version History
2021 LTS 4
Mar 26, 2024
Thank you for choosing SkyORB 2021! As we continue to enhance your astronomical experience, we're pleased to announce our latest update. In this release, we've focused on ensuring accurate time and duration calculations for the upcoming Great American Solar Eclipse of 2024. With SkyORB 2021, you can trust that you'll have the precise information you need to witness this celestial event in all its splendor. Stay tuned for more updates as we strive to provide you with the best tools for exploring the cosmos.
2021.LTS.3
Dec 22, 2023
- Fixed 3D grid in 3D star map
- Other bug fixes.
- Other bug fixes.
2021.LTS.2
Nov 2, 2023
We appreciate your use of SkyORB. Here are the enhancements in this version:
Added 'Reset to factory settings' in the app settings in order to reset the app in case of issue of opening the app after upgrades.
Kindly be aware that a new SkyORB 2021 version is gradually being phased out, while an exciting new SkyORB app is set to debut in Q4 2023, see our new website http://skyorb.app
Added 'Reset to factory settings' in the app settings in order to reset the app in case of issue of opening the app after upgrades.
Kindly be aware that a new SkyORB 2021 version is gradually being phased out, while an exciting new SkyORB app is set to debut in Q4 2023, see our new website http://skyorb.app
2021.LTS.1
Oct 22, 2023
We appreciate your use of SkyORB. Here are the enhancements in this version:
Enhanced engine for reduced lag and improved stability.
Improved French language support.
iOS 17 support and rewritten Apple Watch version.
Kindly be aware that a new SkyORB 2021 version is gradually being phased out, while an exciting new SkyORB app is set to debut in Q4 2023, see our new website http://skyorb.app
Enhanced engine for reduced lag and improved stability.
Improved French language support.
iOS 17 support and rewritten Apple Watch version.
Kindly be aware that a new SkyORB 2021 version is gradually being phased out, while an exciting new SkyORB app is set to debut in Q4 2023, see our new website http://skyorb.app
2021.12.10
Feb 22, 2023
Bug fixes and improvements.
2021.12.9
Sep 9, 2022
Improved performance, stability and app size.
Improved restore purchase and save app data.
Improved time display in 12h format.
Other bug fixes and improvements.
Improved restore purchase and save app data.
Improved time display in 12h format.
Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.12.6
Feb 22, 2022
Address issue with restore purchase not saved when restarting the application.
2021.12.5
Feb 17, 2022
When premium version is activated, display a new page. Fixed and improved french texts.
2021.12.4
Feb 8, 2022
- Improved restore purchase and fix an issue with expired subscriptions.
- Bug fixes and improvements.
- Bug fixes and improvements.
2021.12.3
Jan 6, 2022
Fix support for older iPad Air 1 and Air 2.
Improve display for Korean and Chinese languages
Other bug fixes and improvements.
Improve display for Korean and Chinese languages
Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.12.2
Dec 24, 2021
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Reduces loading times and lags. Improved engine. Reduces space disk usage (app data).
- Apple Watch: Fixed time shown in 24h for sun rise in english.
- Supports for sRGB and XR display (see App Settings).
- Fix restore purchase on low network reliability
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
- Reduces loading times and lags. Improved engine. Reduces space disk usage (app data).
- Apple Watch: Fixed time shown in 24h for sun rise in english.
- Supports for sRGB and XR display (see App Settings).
- Fix restore purchase on low network reliability
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.12.1
Dec 19, 2021
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Reduces loading times and lags. Improved engine. Reduces space disk usage (app data).
- Apple Watch: Fixed time shown in 24h for sun rise in english.
- iOS: Supports for sRGB and XR display (see App Settings).
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
- Reduces loading times and lags. Improved engine. Reduces space disk usage (app data).
- Apple Watch: Fixed time shown in 24h for sun rise in english.
- iOS: Supports for sRGB and XR display (see App Settings).
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.10.2
Oct 18, 2021
2021 October Update 2
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Changed ground in local astronomy view.
- Fix issues when selecting deep objects in local astronomy view.
- Display expiration date of subscription.
- Fix privacy links in subscription page.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Changed ground in local astronomy view.
- Fix issues when selecting deep objects in local astronomy view.
- Display expiration date of subscription.
- Fix privacy links in subscription page.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.10.1
Oct 12, 2021
- Changed ground in astronomy local view
- Fix issue after updating MPC and using search functions
- Fix issue in world sun clock page not showing in some circumstances.
- Other fixes and improvements
- Fix issue after updating MPC and using search functions
- Fix issue in world sun clock page not showing in some circumstances.
- Other fixes and improvements
2021.9.2
Sep 26, 2021
2021 September Update 2
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Updated to iOS 15 SDK.
- Improved account page, display date of purchase.
- Improved travel time of speed in space view.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Updated to iOS 15 SDK.
- Improved account page, display date of purchase.
- Improved travel time of speed in space view.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.9.1
Sep 18, 2021
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Fixed facebook integration.
- Fixed application external links
- Fixed facebook integration.
- Fixed application external links
2021.8.1
Sep 1, 2021
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Improved space slider, with smoother transitions.
- Deep objects less than 10000 Kly now shown in space view.
- Apple Watch: Improved circular complication, added extra large complication (watchOS 7).
- Apple Watch and Widget: Display actual moon phase in the chart.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
- Improved space slider, with smoother transitions.
- Deep objects less than 10000 Kly now shown in space view.
- Apple Watch: Improved circular complication, added extra large complication (watchOS 7).
- Apple Watch and Widget: Display actual moon phase in the chart.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.7.1
Jul 20, 2021
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Ability to change the method of rise and set time notification (official, civil, nautical, astronomy twilight).
- The release notes can be displayed by selecting the version number in the account settings.
- Apple Watch: Fixed accuracy of equation of time, improved moon phase accuracy, fixed issue when changing stories.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.6.2
Jun 22, 2021
2021 June Update 2
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Addressed time of solar eclipse and lunar eclipse according the time zone.
- Time of event now shown in astronomy events for the current day.
- Apple Watch: Fixed moon phase accuracy.
- Apple Watch (Update 2): Added latest astronomy news in the watch app.
- AR: Removed messages about compass being unreliable.
- Fix accuracy in local view
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Addressed time of solar eclipse and lunar eclipse according the time zone.
- Time of event now shown in astronomy events for the current day.
- Apple Watch: Fixed moon phase accuracy.
- Apple Watch (Update 2): Added latest astronomy news in the watch app.
- AR: Removed messages about compass being unreliable.
- Fix accuracy in local view
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.6.1
Jun 10, 2021
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Addressed time of solar eclipse and lunar eclipse according the time zone.
- Time of event now shown in astronomy events for the current day.
- Apple Watch: Fixed moon phase accuracy.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
- Addressed time of solar eclipse and lunar eclipse according the time zone.
- Time of event now shown in astronomy events for the current day.
- Apple Watch: Fixed moon phase accuracy.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.5.1
May 12, 2021
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Redesigned timeshift interface using a dial. Orbits are now displayed when using it.
- Improved search engine : stars can be search by Hyparcos, Gliese or proper name.
- Added Methuselah star.
- Fixed date and time cut-off on iPhone 12 mini
- Redesigned display of complexion equation of time on Apple Watch.
- Improved Apple Watch App: Fixed time before planets set and rise times.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
- Redesigned timeshift interface using a dial. Orbits are now displayed when using it.
- Improved search engine : stars can be search by Hyparcos, Gliese or proper name.
- Added Methuselah star.
- Fixed date and time cut-off on iPhone 12 mini
- Redesigned display of complexion equation of time on Apple Watch.
- Improved Apple Watch App: Fixed time before planets set and rise times.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
2021.3.1
Mar 28, 2021
- Satellites now appears in 3D planetarium.
- Improved loading time of large satellites database.
- Updated Starlink icons.
- Improved loading time of large satellites database.
- Updated Starlink icons.
2021.2.2
Feb 9, 2021
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Added new buttons for displaying the artificial satellites.
- Satellites now appears in stereographic view and in the world map view.
- Satellites now display the ground position coordinates.
- Sidreal time is now updated in realtime in the settings page.
- Added a button to display distance units in nautical miles instead of kilometres,
- Improved slider in stereographic view.
. Other bug fixes and improvements.
Updated 2 : Added ability to disable some MPC database entries. Fixed orbit list not synchronized properly.
- Added new buttons for displaying the artificial satellites.
- Satellites now appears in stereographic view and in the world map view.
- Satellites now display the ground position coordinates.
- Sidreal time is now updated in realtime in the settings page.
- Added a button to display distance units in nautical miles instead of kilometres,
- Improved slider in stereographic view.
. Other bug fixes and improvements.
Updated 2 : Added ability to disable some MPC database entries. Fixed orbit list not synchronized properly.
2021.2.1
Feb 8, 2021
Thanks for using SkyORB. Here the changes in this version:
- Added new buttons for displaying the artificial satellites.
- Satellites now appears in stereographic view and in the world map view.
- Satellites now display the ground position coordinates.
- Sidreal time is now updated in realtime in the settings page.
- Added a button to display distance units in nautical miles instead of kilometres,
- Improved slider in stereographic view.
. Other bug fixes and improvements.
- Added new buttons for displaying the artificial satellites.
- Satellites now appears in stereographic view and in the world map view.
- Satellites now display the ground position coordinates.
- Sidreal time is now updated in realtime in the settings page.
- Added a button to display distance units in nautical miles instead of kilometres,
- Improved slider in stereographic view.
. Other bug fixes and improvements.
2020.12.1
Dec 10, 2020
. Day and night color can be toggled directly from a new button in the local view.
. ARKit errors are now displayed for diagnostic.
. Added Ad Tracking Permission for iOS 14.
. Ability to disable the camera preview in AR from display settings.
. Improved star rendering.
. Improved pick-up cursor.
. Other bug fixes and improvements.
. ARKit errors are now displayed for diagnostic.
. Added Ad Tracking Permission for iOS 14.
. Ability to disable the camera preview in AR from display settings.
. Improved star rendering.
. Improved pick-up cursor.
. Other bug fixes and improvements.
SkyORB 2021 Astronomy in AR FAQ
Click here to learn how to download SkyORB 2021 Astronomy in AR in restricted country or region.
Check the following list to see the minimum requirements of SkyORB 2021 Astronomy in AR.
iPhone
Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
iPad
Requires iPadOS 13.0 or later.
Apple Watch
Requires watchOS 8.0 or later.
iPod touch
Requires iOS 13.0 or later.
SkyORB 2021 Astronomy in AR supports English, Dutch, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish
SkyORB 2021 Astronomy in AR contains in-app purchases. Please check the pricing plan as below:
Premium Version
$3.99
1-year Premium Subscription
$1.99
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