Asteroid Alerts
Near Earth Asteroid Updates
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Track near-Earth asteroids and space threats in real time with instant alerts and detailed data. Explore information on objects passing close to Earth, powered by NASA and the Minor Planet Center.
What's New in Asteroid Alerts
1.0.10
July 18, 2026
Asteroid Alerts 2.0 — the biggest update since launch. FIREBALL ALERTS When a bright fireball lights up the sky and makes the news, you'll know within the hour — not from a news site the next morning. TONIGHT A new Tonight section tells you what's actually worth stepping outside for: meteor shower peaks, aurora, tonight's flyby. When the sky is quiet, it says so — and shows you what's coming next. SPOTLIGHT The asteroids worth knowing about right now, each with the story behind it — Apophis, Bennu, Didymos, Phaethon — alongside whatever is currently on the impact-risk list. HOME SCREEN WIDGET The next flyby and tonight's events, on your home screen. REDESIGNED FEED A Happening strip for anything live right now, filters for Impacts / Sky / Missions / News, and the full close-approach and threat tables still one tap away in the new Data tab.
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FAQ
What is Asteroid Alerts?
Asteroid Alerts is a real-time tracker for near-Earth asteroids and space threats, powered by NASA and the Minor Planet Center. It provides instant alerts and detailed information on objects passing close to Earth.
Does Asteroid Alerts have ads?
No, Asteroid Alerts does not contain advertisements. It offers an ad-free experience for users interested in space tracking.
What data sources does Asteroid Alerts use?
Asteroid Alerts utilizes data from the NASA JPL Sentry System and the Minor Planet Center (MPC) to provide accurate and up-to-date information on asteroids.
What kind of alerts can I expect from Asteroid Alerts?
You can receive push notifications for new asteroid discoveries and close approaches to Earth. The app also provides weekly briefings on asteroid activity and upcoming events.
What devices is Asteroid Alerts available on?
Asteroid Alerts is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.
How often is Asteroid Alerts updated?
The app was last updated on March 6, 2026, indicating ongoing development and maintenance. Its current version is 1.0.9.
What is the age rating for Asteroid Alerts?
Asteroid Alerts has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a broad audience interested in space and astronomy.
What information is available for each tracked asteroid?
For each object, Asteroid Alerts provides details such as its size, velocity, approach distance, potential impact hazard, and probability of impact.