StarMap 3D+ Plus
StarMap 3D+ Plus is an educational astronomy tool that utilizes iPhone sensors to provide real-time, augmented reality sky mapping. It offers a comprehensive database of over 100,000 stars and 6,441 deep sky objects, catering to both amateur and advanced astronomers.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Astronomy enthusiasts and hobbyists ranging from beginners to advanced users seeking a portable star atlas.
What does it look like?
Key features
Uses the device's compass and gyroscope to automatically align the map with the user's current view of the sky.
Includes data for over 100,000 stars, 6,441 deep sky objects, and all 88 modern constellations.
Provides real-time positioning for 150 artificial satellites, including the ISS and Hubble Space Telescope.
Allows users to select objects on screen to view specific data such as distance, diameter, and morphology.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Steady developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: steady.
Who built it?
Sanville Software
4 apps tracked · Education
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Competitive landscape for StarMap 3D+ Plus
How's the Education market?
The rivals identified
By iCandi Apps Ltd.
Both apps target astronomy enthusiasts with AR-based sky mapping, but Night Sky's 1.7 billion star database and LiDAR-based AR features directly compete for the same user base seeking celestial tracking.
- Night Sky uses LiDAR for ceiling-removal immersion, while StarMap 3D+ Plus relies on standard sensor-based AR.
- Night Sky offers cross-device integration for hardware-locked retention, whereas StarMap 3D+ Plus lacks multi-platform sync features.
- Night Sky maintains a 1.7 billion star database, exceeding the 100,000 stars in StarMap 3D+ Plus.
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Key takeaways for StarMap 3D+ Plus
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app provides highly accurate, feature-rich celestial tracking, it suffers from a lack of user documentation and potential privacy transparency issues.
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