Ad Astra - Star Atlas for iPhone

Ad Astra - Star Atlas: A Comprehensive Tool for Amateur Astronomers

Ad Astra - Star Atlas is an essential tool for amateur astronomers who want to explore the night sky. Developed by Martijn de Meulder, this free iPhone app provides detailed maps of all 88 constellations and descriptions of over 1200 celestial objects. Whether you're using a telescope or binoculars, Ad Astra makes it easy to locate star clusters, planetary nebulae, galaxies, double stars, and variable stars.

One of the standout features of Ad Astra is the ability to create a personalized observation list. Simply press the "+" sign next to an object that catches your interest, and it will be added to your list. When you venture outside at night, you can use the app's large maps in a special red night vision mode to find and observe these objects.

Ad Astra covers both the northern and southern skies, making it a versatile tool for astronomers around the globe. It also supports both iPhone and iPad, allowing users to access the app on multiple devices with a single purchase.

Built upon open Astronomical data, Ad Astra features deep sky objects up to visual magnitude 12. With this app, you can explore the heavens and discover new wonders every night. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced astronomer, Ad Astra is a reliable and comprehensive tool for stargazing.

Here are a few reviews from users around the world:

"Great app! *****" - rmac500000009

"Ad Astra - A very useful app for the backyard astronomer *****" - Labelme

"Old school *****" - Smokin' Now

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