What is Distant Suns (series)?
Distant Suns is a captivating astronomy app that transports users on an immersive cosmic journey. Boasting over 25 years of meticulous development, this award-winning hand-held planetarium offers an unprecedented exploration of the celestial realm. With a comprehensive database of over 130,000 stars, all 8 (or is it 9?) planets, the sun, moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters, Distant Suns provides a visually stunning and informative experience that caters to both seasoned stargazers and curious beginners
Highlights
- Customizable Perspectives: Users can set their location from any place on Earth or even venture beyond, allowing them to witness the sky from diverse vantage points
- Time Travel: The app enables users to manipulate the date and time, enabling them to observe the celestial dance of the past, present, and future
- Celestial Narratives: Distant Suns invites users to uncover the stories behind each constellation, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the night sky
- Lunar and Planetary Exploration: Users can follow the moon through its phases and track the movements of the planets, immersing themselves in the dynamics of our solar system
- Boundless Exploration: The app's unique feature allows users to transcend Earth's boundaries, enabling them to observe the planets and celestial objects from various perspectives, including Saturn from behind, Jupiter from Io, and Earth from the Moon.
Platforms
- iPad
- Kindle Fire
- Android Tablet
- Android
- iPhone
Languages
- English
Features
Augmented Reality