This app simplifies telescope aiming by guiding you to celestial targets without needing your phone's camera or direct sky pointing. Simply align with a bright star, and it helps you find objects of interest.
4.1(9 ratings)
Free
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Telescopius by Sebastian Oscar Garcia Rojas
Astronomy and AstrophotographyStrong Contender
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3.6(8 ratings)
Free
Discover celestial objects for your telescope and plan stunning astrophotography shots. Save favorite targets, simulate camera framings, and create intricate mosaics. Explore a community gallery of breathtaking astrophotography.
4.7π(4.6K ratings)
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Explore the night sky by pointing your device upwards. Identify stars, constellations, and planets with detailed information. View celestial bodies below the horizon and track planetary orbits.
What We Love
- π Easy to use
- π Accurate star/planet mapping
- π‘ Helpful for beginners and experts
- π Great for stargazing and astrophotography
- π Useful moon phase and solar orbit information
Room to Improve
- π Alignment/calibration issues
- π Reversed/incorrect orientation
- π Difficulty locating specific celestial objects
- π» Compatibility problems on some devices
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