Apps Like Smithsonian: Planets for iPhone and iPad
Explore and learn facts about the solar
Explore with interactive animations and learn facts about each of the 8 solar system . Answer trivia questions, play educational games, and discover details about moons, the asteroid belt, and planetary features.
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Pocket Galaxy: Gravity Sandbox
Pocket Labs.
Create and simulate galaxies in 3D
Create and simulate custom galaxies with realistic physics. Place and customize planets, stars, and other celestial bodies. Adjust orbital paths and gravitational forces. Explore 3D space and test planetary interactions.






Star Chart
ESCAPE VELOCITY LIMITED
Explore celestial objects with AR
View celestial objects using augmented reality. Point device at sky to identify stars, planets, and constellations. Access detailed information and historical data. Sync with GPS for accurate positioning. Explore 3D models of celestial bodies.



SkySafari
Simulation Curriculum Corp.
Hold device to sky and locate celestial
View celestial objects like planets, comets, and stars using augmented reality. Locate constellations and deep sky objects by pointing the device at the sky. Track real-time satellite positions and see what others are observing through OneSky.


My Pocket Galaxy - 3D Sandbox
Pocket Labs.
Design galaxies, place planets, simulate orbits
Create and simulate a custom with realistic physics. Adjust planet sizes, positions, and orbits. Explore 3D space environments and test gravitational interactions. Save and share custom solar systems.



Galaxy Map
Andrei Nistorescu
Explore galaxies and planets interactively
Explore a 3D map of the Milky Way, Andromeda, and their satellite galaxies. Navigate through the Orion Arm to view nebulae and supernovae. Fly through planetary atmospheres and land on planets.

Stars and Planets - Astronomy
Andrei Nistorescu
Explore celestial bodies and space missions
Explore the universe with 3D models of and . Navigate through space to view celestial objects. Access detailed information about galaxies, , and planetary systems. Zoom in on celestial bodies and learn about their characteristics.

Night Sky
iCandi Apps Ltd.
Identify celestial objects in real time
Identify stars, planets, and constellations by pointing the device skyward. View celestial objects in augmented reality. Access detailed information about satellites and space stations. Use AI to guide and explain astronomical features.

Sandbox Planet
Oscar Tsang
Build planets, customize solar systems, explore universe
Create and customize planets with detailed settings. Simulate planetary orbits and gravitational interactions. Explore a scalable solar system with adjustable parameters and real-time physics.

MySpaceApp
Noman Ahmad
Explore celestial bodies and view images
View detailed information, images, and videos about celestial bodies in the solar system. Explore planets, the moon, and Pluto. Save favorite content and access educational facts about each celestial body.
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