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Discover the power of a professional sky atlas in the palm of your hand. Point telescopes easily on faint objects using the eyepiece mode. Prepare your observations with the automatic selection of tonight's best objects. With Starmap Pro Edition, add the power of desktops' planetariums to your iPhone™ and iPod Touch™.

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Category:: Reference
Release Date:: Mar 20, 2009
Homepage:: http://star-map.fr/
Publisher:: Fredd
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[How To] Totally Score with the iPhone 4: A Short Story

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:35:30 UTC +00:00

iPod Touch Fans

posted by Trey Trawick on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at 5:35 pm. Celebrating the release of the new iPhone with your Wii bowling team, you go to a bar to field test Cupertino’s newest device. You sit down at the bar with your iPhone 4, and the cute girl next to you slowly reaches into her purse and pulls out hers. Yours is black – hers is white. Ying and Yang. Being the socially awkward geek that you are, you fumble to make a compete sentence – but words are not needed. She slides across her business card, and you slyly snap a picture of it with your 5 megapixel camera using the Business Card Reader by Shape Services. Her phone number is safely added to your address book without a digit out of place. “Barman,” you say, “I’ll have an Appletini.” smiling to yourself at the clever choice. You hold up two fingers, and point to the lady. Read More

Phone Smart - Apps to Help You Navigate the Night Sky - NYTimes.com

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 UTC +00:00

The New York Times - Breaking News, World News & Multimedia

Choose a clear night and hold your phone skyward, and the heavens suddenly make sense — that is, with the help of a stargazing application. If ever there were a type of mobile software guaranteed to elicit a grin, this is it. These apps — like Starmap, Star Walk, Pocket Universe, Google Sky Map and others — are part of a category known as “augmented reality.” The idea is to point a mobile device toward an object and let an app show you more about what you’re seeing than your own eyes could. At the moment, the category is in its nascent stages, with one exception — the stargazing apps. As for which app you should buy, it depends on your level of astronomical expertise, and what device you have. Pocket Universe ($3) and Star Walk ($3) offer great experiences for beginners with an iPhone. Google Sky Map (free) will do Read More

Test Starmap pro : la carte du ciel interactive

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 08:20:45 UTC +00:00

blog iPhon.fr

En tant qu’astronome amateur, lorsqu’on m’a proposé de tester cette application, j’ai tout de suite dis oui. Quel observateur n’a jamais rêvé d’avoir le catalogue NGC (New General Catalogue), ( 7840 objets célestes) et le catalogue IC et Messier soit 5496 objets célestes sous les yeux ? Le tout porté dans 130 grammes. Qui dit mieux ? Premier démarrage : Une appli sobre, efficace. Un menu composé de 5 items se situe en bas de la fenêtre, en mode portrait Ce menu est changeable, grâce au 5 ème item, celui de droite. (screen) On a alors le choix entre 7 menus différents En mode paysage, le menu disparaît, laissant place au ciel étoilé. Les objets célestes sont cliquables, on obtient alors les informations concernant l’objet visé, comme sa magnitude, sa déclinaison, son azimut..Starmap Pro montre automatiquement la partie du ciel qui est visée par l’iPhone, grâce au GPS, ce qui rend le tout très Read More

StarMap Pro: Un’applicazione per tutti appassionati di astronomia | AppStore

Sun, 10 May 2009 16:09:34 UTC +00:00

iPhone iSpazio

10 May 2009 alle 18:09 Produttore: Fredd | Download Link: AppStore | Prezzo: 14,99€ Voto Utenti: [ratings] è un’applicazione che farà contanti tutti gli amanti e studiosi del cielo stellato. Infatti il suo scopo è di mostrare la volta celeste ma non solo. Questa è la versione Pro Edition che non ha nulla da invidiare ai software astronomici per computer. Il cielo è ben disegnato, con le linee delle costellazioni, i punti cardinali e i tanti oggetti (pianeti, nebulose, galassie, ammassi, meteoriti) del cielo notturno. Cliccando su un oggetto celeste compare la sua foto con le informazioni più importanti (distanza dalla Terra e la posizione rispetto all’osservatore), un ulteriore tap ci darà ancora ulteriori informazioni (ad esempio per i pianeti, vengono visualizzate i dati fisici: numero di satelliti, raggio, periodo orbitale, etc.). Il menu “Altro” è particolarmente ricco, permette di selezionare, tra l’altro, la “visione notturna” per consultare l’atlante celeste senza accecare gli occhi con Read More

Reviews

Wonderful App

William_H

Version: 1.0

There is no other astronomy application for the iPhone or iPodTouch that compares when it comes to the number of objects in its database. It is easy to use. More powerful than the average user will need at first, but it is ready for advanced users. The catalogue identifies many objects beyond my scope's capabilities. I especially like the bottom menu that changes as you select menus, remembering the latest four selctions recently made. It makes it easier to do repeat operations without having to hunt them down in the menus page.

Best iphone Astronomy App

Ad_Astra

Version: 1.0

One of the best features is helping you know what objects are up to help you decide what to observe. I'm a serious observer and I can recommend this program at the eyepiece for star-hopping. that database of objects is massive and even has a field of view for your finderscope is helpful for starhopping. A small critique that is not the programmer's fault: The negative I do see is the red-light feature makes it hard to see the stars at the eyepiece without making the brightness too high. When you do this the glow of the iphone can still make you lose your night-vision. A work around is to use some red-film that can still accept the touch response. That's what I'm doing. This program is perfect!

ABSOLUTE BEST

Galaxyhunter

Version: 1.0

I love it . I have been waiting for a planetarium program that is as in depth as this one to come out. Personally, I have been an amature astronomer for almost 30 years. The pro version has everything that you would need for serious observing. It works well on my iTouch. The owner is quick to answer replies which is one of the marks of a good product. Just take a look at the 15 min. movie on his web site if you are unsure. Thank you Frederic  Clear skies, Galaxyhunter 

A well designed, amazingly useful observing tool

drtromo

Version: 1.0

Seeing a demo of StarMap sold me on the iPhone, and now StarMapPro has made me wonder how I ever survived without both. It amazes me to have so much power and data right in a pinch (i.e. at my fingertips). With SMP, I no longer need to print out star charts from my desktop--I have access to everything I need, including eyepiece views, right at the scope. SMP is also a great planning tool with the "tonight" feature which gives a nice chart of what will be visible from my location and when. Moreover, I can add filters to the chart selecting only objects that should be visible by the naked eye, or binoculars, etc. In fact, SMP has supplanted my desktop for the bulk of my observation and planning tasks.

There is intelligent life on Earth!

unknown reason

Version: 1.0

Finally, a fully featured, intuitive, and highly detailed astronomy tool for serious sky watchers and casual observers alike who want to know and see more. A pro level app with a big data base that's worth every penny. And it runs on a phone! One of those rare apps that is well thought out, well organized and well executed. The first night you use it, you'll be amazed. Don't go into the dark without it.

For Serious Amateurs and Professionals

AstroK

Version: 1.0

Starmap Pro is as close to a desktop planetarium program as can be expected on the iPhone. The only (quite excusable) disadvantages I can discern are an incomplete atlas (it's got a lot, but not everything and most stars are not provided with identifiers) and a lack of internet interface with services such as Simbad or SDSS or 2MASS image servers. It is totally understandable why these features would be excluded from a handheld planetarium program. The advantages of Starmap are numerous: It is easy to bring with you when observing. It has many features specifically designed to aid while outside with a scope or binoculars. It automatically detects your latitude and longitude to use when producing the sky view. It has intuitive twilight and star magnitude sliders. Accurate to sub-arcminute scales. Etc etc.

Director, Space Science for Schools

pguttman

Version: 1.0

Finally! This is a product that the active observational astronomer can take into the field and use in conjunction with star parties and just private observing runs. Excellent intuitive screens and seamless scroll make this a joy to use. The night red screen needs to have adjustable brightness control. With a larger database, stock quality images of common objects, and a USB out link to ASCOM telescope control platform, one could leave your laptop computer at home! Great potential for this product to grow into a must have app!

incredibly powerful; expensive but worth every penny

robertofoto

Version: 1.0

I was reluctant to spend the 18.99 (it's the second most expensive app I've purchased), but after reading the reviews I took the plunge and have no regrets. This app combines the capabilities of many other astronomy programs and more in one streamlined package. I am a long time amateur astronomer and this powerful app replaces star atlases, ephemeri, catalogs and even a night vision flashlight in one shot, and it's on my phone! I have spent several days working with it and have just scratched the surface. For beginners, it would be a great learning tool, and it won't become obsolete for more experienced observers. It's settings are very customizable, expanding its usefulness as a practical observing tool.

Best starmap app out there!

RodGroinfro

Version: 1.0

This app has everything you need in a star map. I just recently obtained my first real telescope and already this app has helped me find way around the skies way better than any starchart could. I bought the original starmap (didn't realize there was a pro version) and was incredibly pleased but this one blew it out of the water. Recomended to all amatuer and expert astronomers.

Best 'Serious' Star Map / Astronomy App

MFago

Version: 1.1

A serious tool, rather than a 'sky tour.' Meant to accompany a telescope. Very full-featured. So much so that the interface is a bit complex and could use more organization in the "menu" screen, but not a serious issue. The pro version has such a large database that it takes ~3 seconds to load on a 3Gs. The developer was very responsive to questions. The price is higher than many iPhone apps, but it really is worth it.

Compass Control is the BOMB!

Kingfish10

Version: 1.2

Just downloaded the latest version which incorporates the electro compass feature in the 3G S. This is beyond cool. I had previously downloaded what was at the time the best astro program available. It incorporated the inertial sensors to simulate moving about the sky, but it was all but useless. This works! I can just point the Iphone up in the sky and immediately identify lesser known stars that I am not already familiar with. Great for selecting alignment stars for goto scopes. It’s a shame one has to upgrade to the new S model for this feature, but such is the world of technology.

If you’re interested in Astronomy get this app!

Adam5504

Version: 1.2

I purchased this app in anticipation of getting my first telescope and let me tell you it is worth every penny. This application is loaded with great features all of which are easy to use even for people like myself who have no experience navigating the night sky. The compass feature is a tremendously helpful tool in helping the beginning amateur locate planets, nebulae, galaxies, star clusters, and even comets.

Outstanding App

dapence

Version: 1.2

This being the most expensive applet I've purchased to date, I must say it's the best I've purchased as well. Well worth the price when you consider the vast amount of information at your fingertips. For those who do purchase this or the more basic version, be sure to visit the developers site to watch the tutorial videos to get a grip on what Starmap can do. Also, remember to activate the compass support in the Settings/Navigation settings. P.S. This is the product of basically just one man, so be sure to encourage him in his work on this great applet.

Best in class

Cheule

Version: 1.2

I own Pocket Universe, Star Walk, Planets, iEphemeris, Stars, Uranus, and Distant Suns, as well as a few others. If I had to keep only one, it would be Star Map Pro without hesitation! If I had to keep only two, it would be Star Map Pro and Star Walk (I like Star Walk's rendering of DSOs as images, as well as time animations). This app is head and shoulders above the pack though. Mag 16 star catalogue. 8000 named stars, another 8000 named objects, Eyepiece view, and telescope control!! (currently Mac only)