7.3.5
2024-03-18
In this update:
+ Timezone fixes.
+ DST fix for Chile region.
7.3.3
2024-03-12
Get ready for the April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse! This exciting update includes for a limited time:
+ Interactive 2024 Total Solar Eclipse Map: Find your ideal eclipse-watching spot on the map, and receive precise eclipse event times for any location on Earth.
+ Eclipse Simulator: Simulate the eclipse from your own location or any spot on Earth. Use time controls to manipulate the eclipse, experiencing it from start to finish at your pace.
Plus:
+ Enhanced total solar eclipse simulation
+ Improved Audio Notification for the eclipse (Premium)
+ Minor improvements and bug fixes
7.3.1
2023-10-12
We're thrilled to present our latest update, meticulously designed to enrich your eclipse experience and make the universe feel a little closer. Here’s what’s sparkling in the new version:
+ Improved Earth and Eclipse Rendering
+ Improved Eclipse Timings and Moon Shadow Rendering
+ Improved Spanish Translations
7.3.0
2023-09-30
In preparation for the upcoming October 14, 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse, we've made some changes:
+ Improved solar eclipse simulations
+ Added a special annular eclipse panel for Premium subscribers in the Tonight view that includes a curated eclipse experience with an interactive eclipse map, contact timings, audio prompts, viewing guide and more.
7.2.0
2023-06-17
Fix for telescope control on iPad.
7.1.9
2023-06-15
Added support for running on Apple Silicon Mac computers!
Added support for Celestron StarSense Explorer telescopes.
Simplified process of connecting to Celestron telescopes.
Added back support for SkyWire.
Fixed AstroBin picture of the day description html.
Stability enhancements.
7.1.8
2023-03-01
Get ready for a celestial update! With this release, we've added an exciting new feature to the Tonight view: the AstroBin Picture of the Day! That's right, you can now easily access stunning astronomy images at your fingertips. But that's not all! Premium subscribers can even pin their favorite images to the sky chart, making it feel like you're actually stargazing at the real thing.
We've also:
+ made it easier than ever to edit BCE dates in the Time Controls. No more struggling to input dates - now it's a breeze.
+ fixed a pesky Push Notification bug, ensuring you stay up-to-date on all the latest astronomical events.
+ improved SkyCasting to force real-time flow, giving you an even better experience.
+ made several minor improvements and fixes, to ensure the app keeps running smooth.
Get out there and keep exploring the universe with the help of SkySafari!
7.1.7
2023-01-24
Thank you for your continued support. In this minor update:
+ Added Library v0.8.1 to resolve communication issues with SynScan telescopes
+ Added Pegasus NYX-101 telescope mount support
+ Time controls now visible in .skyset files when opened via Calendar or Featured Article
+ Updated description for comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF)
+ Other bug fixes and improvements
7.1.3
2022-08-03
Thank you for your continued support! In this update we revamped our subscription - now called SkySafari Premium - to include a number of new features we hope you'll enjoy. Current LiveSky.com Premium subscribers have the new features automatically unlocked.
Features, improvements and fixes:
+ Ability to reorder/hide widgets in Tonight view
+ Added App Quick Actions (tap and hold app icon to view)
+ Calendar is now supported in Night Vision mode
+ More language localization work (now includes Korean and Portuguese)
+ Object Info image links now open larger image
+ Generic descriptions now display correctly in Object Info
+ Observing Lists - “Observed” objects show up as observed in any list
+ DST removed for Brasil
+ Other improvements and fixes
Happy Stargazing!
7.0.3
2022-02-11
Thank you for your continued support of SkySafari! In this update we bring you some additional features and enhancements to make your stargazing experience even better:
+ Restores support for SkyWire
+ Adds Apollo Missions IAP (free)
+ Adds James Webb Space Telescope
+ Set orientation for individual FOV Indicators
+ FOV indicator orientation can be set to mount type of selected Scope Preset
+ Adds Korean and Russian localization (more languages to come)
+ Display seconds and pm/am in Clock control.
+ Selection cursor no longer blinks
+ Displays distance from object in orbit mode
+ Transient event notifications are on by default
+ Ability to reorder Scope Presets
+ Can now edit the name of FOV Indicators
+ Other bug fixes and improvements
7.0.2
2021-11-27
Thank you for your continued support and feedback as we continue to make SkySafari 7 Pro the best version yet. In this update:
+ NEW - option to hide Compass/AR button (settings-appearance & behavior)
+ NEW - option to hide onscreen Info button. When selected, Info button is added to the circular object selection menu. (settings-appearance & behavior)
+ NEW - set color and rotation angle for individual Field of View (FOV) indicators
+ NEW - FOV indicator orientation now matches orientation of sky chart (local & equatorial)
+ NEW - tap & hold telescope Connect button to bring up a menu of your Scope Presets
+ NEW - edit the name of Scope Presets
+ NEW - slew now stops when mount is disconnected during a goto
+ NEW - clone static equipment.
+ Improvement - onscreen FOV indicators no longer limited to only 5
+ Improvement - removed 400 object limit when exporting observing lists
+ Improvement - object info screen in landscape mode on iPad is now split 50/50
+ Improvement - menu popups on iPad have border outline to increase visibility
+ Improvement - event notifications on by default
+ Fix - FOV indicator orientation set to mount orientation when scope connection is active
+ Fix -Visibility section in object info screen is no longer blank when time is stopped
Plus we squashed some bugs, made additional telescope control improvements, and applied other small touches here and there.