Comparison

Computer Basics vs EarthPhase

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Computer Basics

Learn about computer hardware, software, and assembly with detailed articles and step-by-step guides. This app helps you understand PC components, build your own computer, and refresh your tech knowledge.

Highlights
  • Hardware component information
  • Step-by-step PC assembly guides
  • Software basics explained
  • Search function for terms
  • Regular content updates
  • Error reporting and suggestions
Features
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The application contains a variety of articles and tips for anyone who works with computer technology or is simply interested in it. It is divided into three sections: 1. Hardware 2. PC assembly 3. Software The Hardware section contains information about all computer components, peripherals, and other equipment. The basic theory of computer parts is explained in simple language. Here you will find articles about% the motherboard, central processor, RAM, graphics card, and other hardware. Hardware topics include: • Motherboard, central processing unit, random access memory, power supply unit, graphics card, optical disk drive, sound card, cooling systems, computer cases • Hard disk drives (HDD), solid-state drives (SSD), optical disks, USB flash drives • Keyboards, mice, webcams, microphones, image scanners • Monitors, speakers, headphones, printers, projectors • Network interface controllers, routers, mobile broadband modems • Gaming devices, uninterruptible power supplies, peripheral connectors The PC assembly section offers step-by-step guides and illustrated instructions on how to build your own computer or replace its components. Detailed diagrams and pictures will help you understand how to assemble a PC, install or upgrade equipment, and fit components. PC assembly topics include: • Motherboard installation • CPU installation • Applying and replacing thermal paste • Installing a graphics card, RAM modules, power supply, air cooling system, sound card, SSD, or HDD The Software section provides information about computer operating systems and the basic programs that most PC users work with. Software topics include: • Operating systems • Essential programs This application is ideal for anyone who wants to improve or refresh their knowledge of computer technology. After completing the course, you will be able to assemble your own computer or upgrade it confidently. The app contains more than 50 articles and includes a search function for terms and definitions. We regularly update the course on computer fundamentals. You can also report errors or suggest improvements.

About

EarthPhase

Explore a beautifully designed, interactive solar system with real-time celestial data. Track moon and Earth phases, view planet positions, and travel through time to discover cosmic events and facts.

Highlights
  • Interactive solar system map
  • Real-time moon and Earth phases
  • Home and lock screen widgets
  • Time travel slider for past/future events
  • Discover cosmic facts and mechanics
  • Accurate planet positions and orbits
Features
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EarthPhase is your personal, beautifully designed pocket solar system, with all features completely free. Built with a stunning matte, low-key aesthetic, it brings the exact state of the solar system directly to your device. Whether you are an astronomy enthusiast or simply love a clean, minimalist Home Screen, EarthPhase tracks the cosmos in real-time. WIDGET SUITE Never miss a cosmic event. EarthPhase offers a variety of widgets designed to blend seamlessly with your custom setups: Home Screen Trackers: Keep an eye on the current Moon and Earth phases with perfectly rendered, dynamic icons. Lock Screen Data: Add circular planet icons or detailed rectangular widgets that display the exact live illumination percentage of the Moon or Earth right below your clock. Live Solar System: Place a dynamic map of the inner and outer planets on your Home Screen, available in multiple sizes. INTERACTIVE SOLAR SYSTEM Dive into the app to explore a highly accurate, interactive schematic of our solar system. Tap any planet to zoom in on its specific orbit, view its position relative to the Sun, and explore its major moons. TIME TRAVEL SLIDER Wondering what the moon phase was on the day you were born? Or when the next supermoon will happen? Use the precision control panel to scrub backward and forward through time. The entire solar system and moon phase engine will smoothly animate to reflect the exact celestial state of any date and time you choose. DISCOVER THE COSMOS Expand your knowledge with a massive library of scientifically accurate, lesser-known facts. Learn about the bizarre orbital mechanics of Jupiter's outer moons, the metal snow on Venus, or the true scale of the Martian canyons.

Screenshots

Computer Basics4 screens
EarthPhase4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Computer Basics at none against EarthPhase's 2. Computer Basics also leads on ratings volume (9 vs 3) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. EarthPhase sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Computer Basics asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Computer Basics against 5.0 for EarthPhase. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 3 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Computer Basics versus EarthPhase: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterComputer BasicsEarthPhase
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSergey VavaevNathan Coleman

Customer experience

Computer Basics

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

EarthPhase

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Computer Basics

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

EarthPhase

One-time2
  • Tip$0.99
  • Tip$4.99

Questions

Is Computer Basics free?
Computer Basics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EarthPhase free?
EarthPhase is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Computer Basics or EarthPhase?
Computer Basics and EarthPhase are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 9 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do Computer Basics or EarthPhase have ads?
Neither Computer Basics nor EarthPhase shows ads.

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