the most complete astronomical database ever put on a phone it
delivers unmatched accuracy powerful observing and planning tools
seamless telescope and Alpaca camera control and a beautifully
refined interface. Whether you’re exploring from your backyard or
planning an all-night session SkySafari 8 Pro gives you the clarity
precision and reliability that serious observers depend on.
What’s New in Version 8
+ UI Themes – Customize your experience with five new UI color
themes. Instantly change the look of the app with a fresh visual
palette.
+ ASCOM ALPACA Camera Support – Connect and control
ALPACA-compatible astronomy cameras directly from SkySafari.
+ SmartEye Support – Seamless integration with SmartEye for
enhanced imaging workflows.
+ Image Gallery – Import your own images from AstroBin FITS files
local storage URLs or an ALPACA camera. Includes basic editing
tools.
+ Plate Solving – Quickly plate-solve imported images and place
them directly onto the sky chart.
+ Lunar Surface Outlines – Explore the Moon like never before with
detailed outlines for maria craters mountains and more.
+ Appulses in Events Finder – Find precise moments when the Moon or
planets pass close to the Pleiades other planets or stars of a
chosen magnitude. Also includes transit and occultation search
capabilities.
+ Rotatable FOV Indicator – Rotate the field of view to any angle –
perfect for matching your camera orientation.
+ Observing Conditions (Premium) – Get observer-focused hourly
forecasts including best viewing windows seeing index and sky
quality metrics.
If you’re new to SkySafari 8 Pro here’s what you can do:
+ Point & Identify – Hold your device to the sky and instantly
identify stars constellations planets satellites and more.
+ Travel Through Time – Simulate the sky up to 5 million years
backward or forward. Animate meteor showers conjunctions eclipses
and other events.
+ Telescope Control – Control your telescope and manage your
observing sessions with advanced planning and logging tools.
Supports ASCOM ALPACA INDI and StarSense Explorer.
+ Events Finder – Use the powerful search engine to find upcoming
astronomical events visible from your location – tonight or far
into the future.
+ Cloud Sync (Optional) – Securely back up observing data to
LiveSky and access it across your devices or through
LiveSky.com.
+ Augmented Reality (AR) Mode – View the sky with an AR overlay for
an immersive experience.
+ Night Vision Mode – Preserve dark-adapted vision while you
observe.
+ Orbit Mode – Leave Earth behind and fly through the solar
system.
+ Galaxy View – See where deep-sky objects lie within the Milky
Way.
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