Astro Locator: Your Stellar Guide to the Night Sky
Astro Locator transforms stargazing into an interactive experience, making it easy for users to identify stars, constellations, and celestial events with its intuitive interface.
Astro Locator provides a convenient solution for astronomers to quickly and easily align their OTA (Optical Tube Assembly) with the celestial poles.
This tool is particularly useful for novice astronomers who frequently set up and dismantle their equipment without the luxury of an observatory.
The main purpose of Astro Locator is to assist in locating Polaris or Sigma Octantis with ease and efficiency, ensuring a swift and accurate polar alignment.
On a single screen, users can access crucial information such as the current direction, elevation, latitude and longitude, altitude, moon phase, sunrise and sunset times, as well as astro twilight times.
Astro Locator's user-friendly interface presents all the necessary data required to locate Polaris or Sigma Octantis effectively.
The tool guarantees precise elevation measurements.
Accurate time, displayed in both UTC and local time zones, facilitates meticulous setup and observation of Iridium flares.
Users can also consult the app to view sunrise and sunset times, as well as astro twilight start and end times, enabling them to plan optimal viewing and imaging sessions.
Astro Locator also includes a Today Extension feature, providing quick access to sunrise, sunset, and astro twilight times directly from the device's Today Widget. A simple swipe down allows users to conveniently view the day's astronomical information.
Overview
Astro Locator is a Commercial software in the category Audio & Multimedia developed by Progress Concepts Limited.
The latest version of Astro Locator is 1.7.0, released on 12/18/2024. It was initially added to our database on 02/13/2024.
Astro Locator runs on the following operating systems: iOS.
Users of Astro Locator gave it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
FAQ
What is Astro Locator?
Astro Locator is a mobile app developed by Progress Concepts Limited that helps users locate constellations and celestial objects in the night sky.
How does Astro Locator work?
Astro Locator uses augmented reality technology and GPS to overlay constellation maps on a live view of the sky captured by the user's device camera.
Is Astro Locator available for both iOS and Android devices?
Yes, Astro Locator is available for both iOS and Android devices, allowing users of different platforms to enjoy its features.
Can Astro Locator identify specific stars or planets?
Yes, Astro Locator can identify specific stars, planets, and other celestial objects based on the user's location and time of observation.
Does Astro Locator require an internet connection to function?
Astro Locator requires an initial internet connection to download sky maps and updates, but it can function offline once the necessary data is cached.
Can users customize their experience with Astro Locator?
Yes, users can customize their experience by adjusting settings such as light pollution levels, star brightness, and constellation labels within the app.
What additional features does Astro Locator offer?
Astro Locator offers features like a virtual reality mode for a more immersive experience, a calendar of upcoming celestial events, and in-app tutorials for beginners.
Is there a premium version of Astro Locator available?
Yes, there is a premium version of Astro Locator available that offers additional features such as ad-free usage, exclusive content, and advanced sky tracking tools.
Can users share their observations with others using Astro Locator?
Yes, users can share their sky observations with friends and social media platforms directly from the app using the sharing functionality.
How accurate is the sky mapping in Astro Locator?
The sky mapping in Astro Locator is based on up-to-date astronomical data and algorithms, providing users with accurate real-time information about celestial bodies.
Peter Salakani
I'm Peter, a software reviews author at UpdateStar and content specialist with a keen focus on usability and performance. With a background in both software development and content creation, I bring a unique perspective to evaluating and discussing general software topics. When I'm not reviewing software, I enjoy staying updated on the latest tech trends, experimenting with new applications, and finding innovative solutions to everyday tech challenges.
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