Planet Fun vs Sky Map

PlanetFun is a 4D solar system simulation (3D + time) Sun, planets, Moon and star positions are calculated using various astronomical methods. App source code (Delphi Firemonkey) is available at: https://github.com/omarreis/vsop2013 PlanetFun features: * Solar system animation with configurable speed * Set any local date and time * Choose camera target (Sun, planets, etc) * Configurable camera distance-to-target * Touch gestures: one finger pan, two finger zoom, two finger rotation * show planet orbits. Each orbit is represented by 52 dots (for Earth it is one dot per week) * Heliocentric axis (x and z) * VSOP2013 and VSOP87 planet position calculations * Moon positions calculations ELP2000 * Star background image with 42455 stars of the Hipparcos Input Catalogue * Star and constellation lines and names ( a celestial sphere image ) * Constellation drawings ( 31 constellations ) * actual 3D spheres for the 150 brightest stars * Lighthouse on Earth on your GPS position * phone in the scene is positioned according to phone sensors (Azimuth,Elevation,Roll) * click the phone button to enter augmented reality mode. * Almanac module allows exploring the ephemeris calculators (stars, planets, Sun, Moon, Earth) controls: * camera distance and angle of view. * planet scales * local time, time animation speed * control visibility of various interface elements * app uses sensors compass, gyro and GPS - requires permission This app collects no user data.

Sky Map: Constellation Finder – Your Personal Star Chart & Night Sky Guide Point your phone at the sky and instantly identify stars, planets, and constellations with augmented reality. Sky Map turns your iPhone into a powerful star finder and planet tracker that works day or night. Whether you're a seasoned stargazer, an astronomy student, or just curious about what's up there tonight — Sky Map makes it easy to explore the night sky with real-time AR tracking and a beautiful, intuitive interface. WHAT MAKES SKYMAP SPECIAL - Real-Time AR Sky Map – Point your device at the sky and see stars, planets, constellations, and satellites overlaid on your camera view in real time - 88 Constellations – Browse all 88 officially recognized constellations with stunning artwork, mythology stories, and finding tips - Planet Tracker – Track Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Venus, Mercury, Neptune, Uranus, and Pluto with precision positioning - Star Chart & Star Finder – Locate any star or celestial object with accurate altitude, azimuth, and orbital data - Constellation Academy – Learn constellation legends, zodiac stories, and fun astronomy facts - Astronomical Calendar – Never miss a meteor shower, eclipse, equinox, or planetary alignment - Tonight's Sky Conditions – Real-time weather analysis tells you if it's a good night for stargazing (cloud cover, humidity, best viewing time) - Planet Visibility Timeline – See exactly when each planet is visible tonight and the best time to look - Multiple Sky Cultures – See the same sky through Western, Chinese, and Indian constellation traditions - Zodiac Signs – Find your zodiac constellation in the real sky PERFECT FOR - Stargazers & astronomy enthusiasts - Students & teachers learning about space and the solar system - Couples planning a romantic stargazing date night - Parents teaching kids about stars and planets - Campers & hikers who want to navigate by the stars - Anyone who's ever looked up and wondered "what star is that?" WHY CHOOSE SKYMAP OVER OTHER STAR APPS? Unlike basic planetarium apps, Sky Map combines a live AR star map with an educational constellation academy, weather-based stargazing forecasts, and an astronomical events calendar — all in one beautiful app. No internet required for core sky mapping. Download Sky Map now and start exploring the universe from your backyard. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://harmonycrafted.com/apps/skymap/