# NightSkyToolbox

> Astrophotography utility for astronomical calculations and equipment field-of-view. (iPhone/iPad app by CloudMakers, s. r. o..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightskytoolbox/id844148251 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CloudMakers, s. r. o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/789740577)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 1 MB
- Released: 2014-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightskytoolbox/id844148251/reviews.md

## What is NightSkyToolbox?

NightSkyToolbox is a handy utility for every astrophotographer - information about the current longitude and latitude, Greenwich and local mean sidereal times, Julian date, the polaris local hour angle with the rotated polar finder reticle images and the Field-of-View and resolution calculator for all of your telescopes and cameras...

## Key features

- Longitude and latitude information
- Greenwich and local mean sidereal times
- Julian date calculation
- Polaris local hour angle
- Field-of-view and resolution calculator

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightskytoolbox/id844148251/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Beware how you interpret the diagram

*2015-07-07, version 1.1*

Pretty good overall, however:  on the polar alignment diagram, the position of the star (Polaris) is indicated by the reticle, of the celestial pole, by the dot.  Opposite of what you might expect.

## Frequently asked questions about NightSkyToolbox

### What astronomical data does NightSkyToolbox provide?

NightSkyToolbox offers information on current longitude and latitude, Greenwich and local mean sidereal times, Julian date, and the polaris local hour angle. It also includes a field-of-view and resolution calculator for telescopes and cameras.

### Is NightSkyToolbox suitable for beginners in astrophotography?

While NightSkyToolbox provides advanced calculations, its utility in planning equipment and understanding astronomical data can be beneficial for beginners looking to get serious about astrophotography.

### What devices is NightSkyToolbox compatible with?

NightSkyToolbox is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It requires iOS 4.3 or later.

### How often is NightSkyToolbox updated?

The latest version of NightSkyToolbox is 1.1, which was released on February 21, 2015. The app was initially released on April 1, 2014.

### What is the price of NightSkyToolbox?

NightSkyToolbox is a paid application, priced at $1.99. There are no in-app purchases available.

### What is the age rating for NightSkyToolbox?

NightSkyToolbox has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in astronomy and astrophotography.

### Does NightSkyToolbox have ads?

The provided data does not indicate whether NightSkyToolbox contains advertisements. As a paid app, it is common for such applications to be ad-free.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.1 — 2015-02-21

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

The black & red night view mode added. It can be turned of from Settings.

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