SOS Explorer

SOS Explorer

Explore Earth and Space

20 ratings
6 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 12, 2019
  • April 9, 2026

Features

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About

Explore interactive animated datasets of Earth and space phenomena, from planetary rings to climate change models. This app brings complex environmental processes to life in an intuitive and captivating way, making learning accessible anywhere.

Streaming high-resolution datasets
Educational videos
User-guided tours
Analysis tools
100+ datasets
Global and flat map views
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What's New in SOS Explorer

1.2.4

April 9, 2026

Real-time (RT) datasets on mobile are back! We fixed two issues that prevented us from publishing RT data that are now fixed.

User reviews

Poem

Whoever wrote ‘What’s New’ for Version 1.2.2, I have found
Has improved my mood, all around!

It’s a good app but

Can you please add more hurricanes and add cyclones and typhoons because me like tracking hurricanes

Response from developer

Thanks for the feedback! It hasn't made it into the app yet, but we just updated our hurricane, typhoon, and cyclone severe storm track dataset. https://sos.noaa.gov/datasets/hurricane-tracks-cumulative-1950-2020/ Keep an eye out for it soon!

A Spectacular Tool!

This is one of the most informative and innovative tools i’ve ever come across.. Period!

However, one of my goals with writing this review is to help improve the overall user experience by informing the app developer of an issue i’ve with the graphical user interface.

The issue is as follows:
While using the pinch to zoom function concurrently with drag to rotate, the globe suddenly “jumps” sporadically to an undesired location - typically on the opposite side of the globe. This issue is greatly frustrating and makes in-depth exploration quite challenging.

I am using the app on an iPhone 11 with iOS 14. I genuinely hope that this can be resolved as an update with future releases and bug fixes.

Thank you,

Sincerely,
Mr. E West
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Ayuda

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Terrific Earth Sciences tool

Just got this and it’s fascinating. All kinds of data and links to mini science movies explaining everything from climate change to space weather and Auroras. Great for inquisitive adults and a must have for kids interested in science

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FAQ

What kind of datasets can I explore with SOS Explorer?

SOS Explorer offers over 100 datasets, including recent hurricane seasons, bird migration, earthquake activity, snow and ice, ocean currents, historical tsunamis, planets of the solar system, climate change models, and 360 underwater imagery.

Is SOS Explorer suitable for all ages?

SOS Explorer is rated for ages 4+ and is designed to make complex environmental processes intuitive and entertaining for a broad audience.

How often is SOS Explorer updated?

The app was last updated on December 20, 2023, with version 1.2.2, indicating a commitment to ongoing improvements and new features.

Can I use SOS Explorer offline?

The description mentions 'streaming, high-resolution datasets,' which implies an internet connection is needed to access the full range of data. Specific offline capabilities are not detailed.

What devices does SOS Explorer support?

SOS Explorer is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible on a range of Apple mobile hardware.

Does SOS Explorer offer certifications or formal learning paths?

While SOS Explorer is highly educational and engaging, the description does not mention any formal certifications or structured learning paths. It focuses on interactive exploration of scientific data.

How does SOS Explorer track user progress?

The app features 'analysis tools' and 'user-guided tours,' which can aid in learning. However, specific mechanisms for tracking user progress or performance are not detailed in the provided information.

What is the learning methodology behind SOS Explorer?

SOS Explorer utilizes immersive, animated visualizations of real-world scientific datasets to explain complex environmental processes intuitively, captivatingly, interactively, and entertainingly.