Mars Atlas is a reference application that provides a 3D interactive globe of Mars for astronomy enthusiasts. It allows users to manipulate the planet's orientation, view over 1,600 named features, and adjust temporal settings to observe phase, axial tilt, and central meridian data.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Astronomy hobbyists and astrophotographers seeking a tool to identify Martian surface features.
Key features
Users can rotate and zoom into the Mars globe using pinch and finger gestures to view specific surface details.
Includes over 1,600 named features and 6 spacecraft, with searchable functionality to locate specific craters or regions.
Supports real-time updates or manual adjustments to date, time, and location to render the planet's phase, axial tilt, and central meridian.
Allows users to invert the globe or toggle north/south orientation to match specific telescope perspectives.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Steady developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: steady.
Who built it?
Julian James
11 apps tracked · Reference
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Planisphere
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Venus Atlas
Moon Atlas
Mercury Atlas
Mars Atlas VR
Moon Atlas VR
Planisphere - Desktop Edition
Moon AtlasUser Sentiment
What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app offers useful educational and identification tools for astronomers, user feedback indicates significant division regarding the quality of visual resolution and overall value.
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