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Starlight® - Explore the Stars

Starlight® - Explore the Stars

Find Stars and Constellations

3.1K ratings
647 reviews
#126 in paid Education
📚 Education
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$2.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 28, 2013
  • July 1, 2026

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ION6, LLC
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Explore the night sky in real-time by pointing your device upwards. Discover stars, planets, and constellations with detailed information and augmented reality features. It's an easy and educational way to learn about the cosmos.

✓Augmented reality mode
✓Real-time sky map
✓Detailed celestial object information
✓Planet tracking
✓Moon phases
✓Over 100,000 stars
✓88 western constellations
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Starlight®. Based on 3.1K reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Education app.

Positive things

  • 🌟Excellent
  • 🔍Simple and easy to use
  • 🌌Beautiful graphics
  • 🔭Informative and educational
  • 🌍Useful for stargazing and learning about the night sky

Negative things

  • 🧭Inaccurate compass/orientation issues
  • 🌑Moon phase/cycle inaccuracies
  • 🔄Glitches and freezing issues after updates
  • 💰Hidden paywalls/subscription requirements
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What's New in Starlight®

4.1.3

July 1, 2026

This update fixes a graphics glitch that could make the constellation artwork appear as green rectangles on some devices. The classic illustrations now display correctly.

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This app dropped -35 positions in Education chart.

Last updated on September 21, 2026.

User reviews

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Amazing Gazing

I don’t know how the creator figure this out. There’s just the most amazing thing. I wish I’d had when I was a kid and asked my parents what stars those were now I can answer that for my grandson.
NextHome MountainNextHome Mountain

Such a useful app for the sky!

You can spend hours interacting with the sky. One issue is that in the description of the planets, it is mentioned that they are named after Roman gods(!) and not Greek gods.
jvardakasjvardakas

Fantastic job

Starlight has been one of the most useful tools I have on my phone!!
mryder27mryder27

No art on 4.1.2

4.1.2 show green block and no art
Wizard_HermitWizard_Hermit

Fecha sem razão alguma

Funcionava normalmente, mas começou a fechar sozinho com o iPhone 16 Pro. Alguma coisa foi muito mal feita em alguma atualização.
NewRCSNewRCS
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Compass/orientation not working correctly

Bug

Moon phase display not matching actual moon

Bug

App crashing or freezing on newer iOS versions

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add support for Southern Hemisphere constellations

Feature

Implement calibration/orientation settings

Feature

Include real-time updates for moon phases and celestial events

Feature

Add animated/moving stars and planets

Feature

FAQ

What does Starlight do?

Starlight allows you to explore the night sky in real-time by pointing your iPhone or iPad upwards. It identifies stars, planets, and constellations, providing detailed information about them. The app uses augmented reality to overlay celestial data onto your device's camera view.

What are the key features of Starlight?

Key features include an augmented reality mode, a real-time sky map, detailed information on over 100,000 stars and all 88 western constellations, planet tracking, moon phases, and the ability to view the sky beneath the horizon. It also supports both motion and touch navigation.

Is Starlight free to use?

Yes, Starlight is a free application. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted stargazing experience.

What devices is Starlight compatible with?

The application is designed for iPhone and iPad devices. Specific iOS version compatibility is not detailed in the provided description, but it is optimized for these Apple mobile devices.

Who is Starlight for?

This app is ideal for anyone interested in astronomy, from casual stargazers to educators looking for a tool to teach children about the cosmos. It makes learning about stars, planets, and constellations accessible and engaging for all ages.