# universe2go - English — your personal planetarium

> Augmented reality planetarium app for exploring stars and constellations with audio guides. (iPhone/iPad app by innospiring GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universe2go-english/id1013812233 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [innospiring GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/498780250)
- Category: Reference, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 319 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2015-07-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universe2go-english/id1013812233/reviews.md

## What is universe2go?

This version of universe2go will get no more updates. Please install the new, improved universe2go+ app from the AppStore.

universe2go is an audio-visual sky guide.

NOTES FOR OTHER LANGUAGES:

SPANISH & ITALIAN: The graphical user interface is automatically switched between ENGLISH, SPANISH and ITALIAN according to the general language settings of the smartphone.

HINWEIS: deutsche Version separat im PlayStore erhältlich!
CONSEIL: édition française aussi disponible séparément au PlayStore!
universe2go has two modi:

1) Starmap-Mode: use this mode to run universe2go without the Astro-Glasses. This mode has limited functionality.

2) Planetarium-Mode: in conjunction with universe2go Astro-Glasses you experience the the starry sky in a complete new way with audio and augmented reality overlay.

How does it work?

In conjunction with the AR-Astro-Glassses (AR = augmented reality) you can see the night sky with all the stars AND at the same time you will see additional information about the stars and constellations. This way a symbiosis between the real sky and  virtual graphics and text is created. universe2go will use the sensors of your smartphone to generate the corresponding information for the exact spot of the sky that you are looking at.

Maybe you are already familiar with some other starmap apps which can do this also (and some claim to do augmented reality, but fail since the smartphone camera is not capable of night sky imaging). But universe2go is very different!!!

1) universe2go uses a special algorithm and heuristics to identify the star you are looking at with high reliability. (feel free to compare this with other apps!)

2) universe2go displays the constellations the same size as the appear in the sky (other apps display them much smaller, making it hard for the beginner to do the matching between screen display and reality)

3) univers2go is fun. You get an automatically activated zoom, that will show you planets, nebulae, galaxies, satellites and much more with a mind blowing magnification many images even in 3D!!! That's super cool and fun.

universe2go has several modes so you can explore the night sky in many different ways:

1) Discovery-Mode: explore all 88 official constellations. See lines connecting the appropriate stars and listen to information describing the constellation.

2) Mythology-Mode: listen to entertaining stories about the constellations which have been told by the ancient greeks. This way you will easily learn much about the heroes of old, Gods, Beasts and beautiful princesses.

3) Deep-Sky-Mode: see images (most of the from the Hubble Space Telescope) of planets, nebulae, star clusters, galaxies, comets, satellites in a way that would be impossible even with the best telescope. Many of them even in 3D which have been processed especially for universe2go.

4) Quiz-Mode: test your knowledge about the night sky. Find constellation that universe2go will show you.

universe2go contains more than 3 hours of excellent audio and hundreds of specially processed images. It contains the complete Hipparcos star catalogue (120.000 stars) and NGC catalogue (7.000 objects).

IMPORTANT: will need the universe2go Astro-Glasses to use the Planetariums-Mode. (see universe2go.com for getting it)

compatible iPhones: iPhone4, iPhone4S, iPhone5, iPhone5S, iPhone5C, iPhone6, iPhone6S, iPhoneSE

Runs also on iPad (you can switch on a special simulation demo mode in the settings)

## Key features

- Augmented reality sky overlay
- Audio guides for constellations
- Starmap mode
- Discovery mode for constellations
- Mythology stories
- Deep-sky object exploration
- Night sky quiz

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universe2go-english/id1013812233/reviews.md

### 1/5 — horrible

*2022-12-31*

i loved this product but... it kept making me say snd do weird things. im not sure if anyone else had this problem...kids please beware.😦🤨

### 1/5 — Broken

*2020-04-26*

Try to open on iPhone XR and it won’t launch. Update please!

### 5/5 — Universe2Go is 5 stars for me, a discriminating astrophotographers

*2019-12-28*

I have a Starmaster hybrid dobsonian telescope with Zambuto world class mirror and feature my astronomy photos online. Reliable use of the scope requires stellar alignment, greatly aided by a good star map app. Selection of objects to observe requires either advance planning or, better, a good star map app that is accurate and easy to use on site. I’ve used many apps over the years and my favorite is Universe2Go. I can select my alignment stars with ease, and objects to observe/photograph as desired in real time with no advance planning needed. The red color scheme maintains my dark adapted vision. The app is extremely accurate and assists confirmation of object selection. My scope has excellent Sky Commander Go-To and tracking, so all I have to do is confirm the desired objects with Universe2Go and enter them into the Sky Commander computer.
I really enjoy the VR Planetarium mode when I choose to plan my observing session, or just to enjoy the celestial sky. My iPhone update from SE to XR was able to be accommodated by simply removing the spacers I had installed when I first set up the VR viewer to use the SE. The XR is a much larger phone, and just fits with no inserts, with the iPhone cover removed. Make sure to download the latest version from the App Store. Thanks for a great app.

### 2/5 — App won’t open on my iPhone

*2019-12-27, version 2.1.4*

I have the latest iOS update, but the app won’t open what so ever !!

### 1/5 — Need code

*2018-04-28*

I’ve downloaded this a few months ago and hadn’t looked at it for a while. I opened it, touched planetarium. It prompted me for a code and froze. I couldn’t go back so deleted it. There are other great apps that are easy to use.

### 2/5 — English version

*2017-04-07*

This a cool concept and generally everything works pretty good up until it starts talking. The intro is in English but you get German when the program starts describing planets and stars

### 2/5 — I've seen better.

*2016-09-02*

I am sure that a lot of effort was put into this app, but with so many great applications available today, in my opinion this one fell short.
Explanations wear short and dull. The movement of the sky as I moved my phone, was jerky. And one really annoying glitch, when I tried to reduce the intensity outside of the application (since you cannot do it within the app) and I returned to this application, it would start on the main menu and it would lower the screens'  intensity on its own. I couldn't see the screen.
A good app would get you excited about astronomy, but this one didn't. Maybe if I order the cardboard box to put my phone in, I would get a much better experience, but I lost interest.

### 2/5 — Difficult to use and not impressed

*2016-03-21, version 1.5*

It's not easy to set this up with the viewer, and selecting options while using is also tricky. This makes it appropriate for experienced users, but the displays and performance are very basic and more suited to novices and education. 
Hopefully an update will improve this soon, in the meantime I couldn't really recommend it.

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2015-11-12, version 1.0*

This is amazing! Never written a review before I had to after using this. Would make a wonderful gift for any amateur astronomer out there.

## Frequently asked questions about universe2go

### Does universe2go have ads?

No, universe2go is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted stargazing experience.

### What devices does universe2go support?

universe2go is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for universe2go?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users interested in space.

### How often is universe2go updated?

The latest version, 2.1.8, was released on December 20, 2024. However, this version will no longer receive updates, and users are directed to install universe2go+.

### What is the user rating for universe2go?

The app has a rating of 2.3 stars based on 12 ratings.

### Can I use universe2go without special glasses?

Yes, universe2go has a Starmap-Mode that can be used without the Astro-Glasses, though its functionality is limited.

### What languages does universe2go support?

The graphical user interface automatically switches between English, Spanish, and Italian based on the smartphone's general language settings. German and French versions are available separately.

### What kind of content is available in universe2go?

Content includes information on all 88 constellations, Greek mythology stories, images of deep-sky objects (many in 3D), and a quiz mode to test knowledge.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.8 — 2024-12-20

Added notification about new universe2go+ App.

### 2.1.7 — 2020-12-09

Opitimized Sensor evaluation
Bug fix: lock in starmap mode

### 2.1.6 — 2020-05-19

bug fixes ("lock" on objects, seldom crashes)

### 2.1.4 — 2019-12-19

Bug fixes and adaption to new iPhone models

### 2.1.3 — 2018-02-01

Bug-Fix Version: Replaced German audio for the Big Dipper (Ursa Major) with English audio

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## More apps by innospiring GmbH

- [Universe2Go - german](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universe2go-german/id942711994)
- [universe2go+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/universe2go-plus/id6471474256)

All apps by innospiring GmbH: https://appshunter.io/developer/498780250

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