What's Up?

Look up! It's the sky.

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September 30, 2010
October 3, 2024
12.5+
4+
49.37MB
Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, iPod
Czech
Dutch
English
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Apple silicon support

Developer of What's Up?

John Kennedy

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3.12

July 1, 2024

Improved location finding, improved support for running on Apple Silicon-based Mac computers.

3.11

June 22, 2024

The app is now supported on a Mac running Apple Silicon.

3.10

March 28, 2024

Following a user request (thank you!), some bright stars are now - optionally - displayed.

3.9

March 15, 2024

Support for landscape and portrait modes when using on iPad

3.8

November 30, 2023

This is a minor update that better supports different screen sizes.

3.7

November 12, 2023

This update does not add any new features: I've just blown the dust off it, so I can start working on it again. Oh, but there is a new icon :-)

3.6

December 3, 2018

Happy holidays! The elves took a break from making toys to create a new version of What's Up?, and they: * Brought back the old icon * Fixed the watch app * Tweaked and fixed bugs Enjoy!

3.5

January 8, 2018

Thank for using What's Up! This version fixes some bugs, but also: * Is updated to support the latest iOS version and devices. * Adds transit times and some tweaked graphics. * Includes a completely rewritten Watch App with new features including Up/Down view and astronomical time. I hope you enjoy it!

3.2

October 10, 2015

This update fixes a few bugs, and improves the Watch features. Specifically: * Fixed the bug with 'realistic' preference not being saved properly. * Fixed bug with Watch app not refreshing its view. * Added a Glance view to the Watch app. * Added time, location, and LST to the Watch app. Many thanks to the Beta Testers (including WQ, PO, and BQ) for trying out the app. Your help is much appreciated! Please do get in touch if you want to beta test the inevitable next version, or if you have feature suggestions. -john

3.1

October 6, 2015

NEW! Support for iOS 9, including Force Touch and Spotlight searches. NEW! Rewritten Watch component, for WatchOS2 NEW! Optionally view planets as more realistic points of light Other bugs fixed, and performance improved.

Description of What's Up?

Whether you're deciding if it's worth setting up your telescope or simply curious about that bright 'star,' What's Up? is the perfect companion for sky enthusiasts. Key Features: • Simple Sky Grid Display: View the positions of the Sun, Moon, and planets on an intuitive grid representing the night sky. • Effortless Navigation: No augmented reality or motion tracking needed—just a straightforward display to see what's up. • Time-Bar Functionality: Slide the time-bar to forecast the appearance of your favorite planets and their directions. • Comprehensive Information: Displays the location of the Sun, Moon, planets, and even Pluto. • Observation Insights: Instantly identify which celestial objects are prime for observation. • Moon Phases: Stay updated with the current moon phase. • Wikipedia Links: Dive deeper with quick access to Wikipedia pages for detailed information. • Southern Hemisphere Support: Sky-watchers down south are covered too. • Minimal Network Usage: Only needed for Wikipedia access. • Note: Localizations are limited to planet names. For a full 3D rendered experience with motion tracking, check out our award-winning companion app, Pocket Universe. If you already own Pocket Universe, you'll find What's Up? familiar yet even more user-friendly, with a sleeker design and quicker access to the "Currently Visible" mode, and basic Apple Watch support.

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What's Up?: FAQ

Is What's Up? compatible with iPad devices?

Yes, What's Up? can be used on an iPad.

Who is the creator of the What's Up? app?

John Kennedy developed the What's Up? app.

What is the lowest iOS version that What's Up? can run on?

The minimum supported iOS version for the What's Up? app is iOS 12.5.

How does the app rank among users?

What's Up? has an excellent rating of 4.6 out of 5.

What is the primary genre of the What's Up? app?

The Primary Genre Of The What's Up? App Is Education.

What is the recent version of What's Up??

3.12 is the newly released version of the What's Up? app.

When was the latest What's Up? update?

The most recent update for What's Up? was released on October 3, 2024.

When was the What's Up? app released?

The release date of the app was on February 5, 2023.

What is the content advisory rating for What's Up??

Suitable for children aged 4 and up, contains no objectionable material.

What languages does What's Up? support?

You can use the What's Up? app in Czech, Dutch, English and 4 more.

Is What's Up? available in Apple Arcade's lineup?

No, What's Up? is not available on Apple Arcade.

Are there in-app purchases available in What's Up??

No, What's Up? does not offer in-app purchases.

Does What's Up? support Apple Vision Pro compatibility?

No, What's Up? does not support compatibility with Apple Vision Pro.

Does What's Up? display any ads?

No, What's Up? does not display any ads.

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Reviews of What's Up?

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Great App - Shame about the moon
This is a great app, would have given 5* however the moon seems to be 1/2 a orbit out on the Orrery view ie when it is a full moon in reality the moon is showing between the earth and sun (new moon) hope this big is fixed soon
Dazcub
6 years ago
Developer Response
Thanks DazClub - yes, looks like you are correct. The app is due an update, so I'll add that to my list. Feel free to suggest new features!
Do not buy.
Rubbish. I got more info looking up at a cloudy sky than I did from this useless app.
Barnsley 2011
9 years ago
Developer Response
Sorry it wasn't your cup of tea. Always interested in what you would like it to do..
Excellent quick and easy reference for planetary viewing
This is a great app for quickly seeing what solar system objects are observable in the next couple of days. Much easier to use than the full planetarium apps. Great for urban stargazers who have too much light pollution for deep sky objects. Being able to see the target's elevation and progress through the sky is very useful for planning observation.

Highly recommended.
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11 years ago

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What's Up?

Look up! It's the sky.

Details about What's Up?

Features

Developer of What's Up?

Version History of What's Up?

Price History of What's Up?

Description of What's Up?

What's Up?: FAQ

Is What's Up? compatible with iPad devices?

Who is the creator of the What's Up? app?

What is the lowest iOS version that What's Up? can run on?

How does the app rank among users?

What is the primary genre of the What's Up? app?

What is the recent version of What's Up??

When was the latest What's Up? update?

When was the What's Up? app released?

What is the content advisory rating for What's Up??

What languages does What's Up? support?

Is What's Up? available in Apple Arcade's lineup?

Are there in-app purchases available in What's Up??

Does What's Up? support Apple Vision Pro compatibility?

Does What's Up? display any ads?

Screenshots of What's Up?

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Reviews of What's Up?

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Great App - Shame about the moon

Developer Response

Do not buy.

Developer Response

Excellent quick and easy reference for planetary viewing