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SkyView® Lite

SkyView® Lite

Explore the Universe

19K ratings
1744 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 4, 2011
  • September 23, 2025

Background Location Access

Developer

Terminal Eleven LLC
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About

Identify stars, constellations, satellites, and more by simply pointing your device at the sky. This augmented reality app makes stargazing accessible to everyone, day or night. Explore celestial paths and even travel through time to view the sky on different dates.

✓Identify stars, constellations, and satellites
✓Augmented Reality (AR) stargazing
✓Set reminders for celestial events
✓View sky paths for Sun and Moon
✓Time travel to view past/future skies
✓Capture and share sky images
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of SkyView® Lite. Based on 19K reviews and a 4.5/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Education app.

Positive things

  • 🌟Accurate star and planet tracking
  • 👍Easy to use and navigate
  • 🔭Helpful for learning about the night sky
  • 💫Engaging and educational for all ages
  • 🌌Realistic AR display of celestial objects

Negative things

  • 🐛Compass/location issues causing inaccurate positioning
  • 🔍Limited free features, many paid upgrades
  • 🤔Confusing for some users to understand how it works
  • 🔋High battery consumption
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What's New in SkyView® Lite

3.8.11

September 23, 2025

Dear Stargazer, This update addresses minor issues. Best, Terminal Eleven

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$0.99

Stargazing Music Pack

5 new space themed songs to enjoy while you stargaze!

Charts

Top Free

📉 45-6

Education

This app dropped -6 positions in Education chart.

Last updated on October 9, 2026.

User reviews

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GREAT

This app is really good because it didn’t lie and it helped me look at planets through my telescope 5 stars
Gooood2goGooood2go

Amazing app however

I love this app so much but i wish it had all the planets in the solar system including pluto.
Gabi1234:)Gabi1234:)

İşe yaramıyor

Kesinlikle işe yaramıyor öne çıksın diye beş yıldız verdim siz bakmayın aslında bir yıldızı bile hak etmiyor
UehecUehec

I just cant

I cant set my location manually at all no Indiana no Indianapolis no America none so I cant even set use the app
🥹😍😝😂🥹😍😝😂

Okay but no

This app was fun when I was little but now it’s just not because apparently there is stars on the floor.And there was also a space station on my leg 👎🏼🤦🏽🤷
#dyercrew#dyercrew
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App crashes or freezes on some devices

Bug

Outdated information on certain celestial objects

Bug

Compatibility issues with older iOS versions

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add more celestial objects like satellites, comets, and nebulae

Feature

Improve compass calibration and location accuracy

Feature

Provide more detailed information and facts about stars/planets

Feature

Integrate with virtual reality for immersive stargazing experience

Feature

Add reminders for upcoming astronomical events

Feature

FAQ

What does SkyView Lite do?

SkyView Lite is an augmented reality app that allows you to identify stars, constellations, satellites, and other celestial objects by simply pointing your device at the sky. It uses your device's camera to precisely spot and identify what you're looking at, day or night.

What are the key features of SkyView Lite?

Key features include the ability to identify celestial objects by pointing your device, setting reminders for celestial events, using augmented reality to spot objects, viewing sky paths for the Sun and Moon, and a 'Time Travel' feature to see the sky on different dates and times. You can also capture and share images of the sky.

Is SkyView Lite free to use?

SkyView Lite is a free version of the app, but it does offer in-app purchases for additional content and features. The full version of the app includes more objects to discover, an Apple Watch app, and a Today Widget.

What devices is SkyView Lite compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It does not require WiFi, a data signal, or GPS to function, making it suitable for use while camping, boating, or flying.

Who would benefit from using SkyView Lite?

This app is ideal for anyone interested in learning about the universe, including amateur astronomers, students, children, and casual stargazers. It's a fun and intuitive way to discover and identify celestial objects in the night sky.