- updated computed horizon view
- import from Sextant Frame (companion app)
- lunars conversion to UT
Thanks to user feedback, we fixed the localization issues experienced in some countries with the input and display of decimals and various number formatting.
CelestialNav is ready for iOS 26.
This release includes various behind the scene tweaks:
- Improved result accuracy by a few more decimals for various celestial calculations and variables
We fixed a user reported bug that displayed incorrect sunrise/sunset times when local noon falls on a different date.
Bugfix: Crash after alert display on iOS18+
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
This update includes further improvements and iOS 18 support behind the scenes. Improved purchase restore functionality added.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
iOS 18 support with a logo upgrade and full dark mode support.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
Version 3 of Celestial Nav brings a NEW Noon Sight feature to calculate latitude and longitude.
The PRO version has advanced noon sight methods such as plotting a noon curve with multiple sights to determine the most accurate zenith of the sun and improve overall accuracy.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
Bug fixes:
- improved Upgrade experience
- fix crash caused by multiple fast tabs on the same menu
We squashed a few bugs
Version 3 of Celestial Nav brings a NEW Noon Sight feature to calculate latitude and longitude.
The PRO version has advanced noon sight methods such as plotting a noon curve with multiple sights to determine the most accurate zenith of the sun and improve overall accuracy.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
New:
- High accuracy display of azimuth to support commercial marine navigation (Gyro Error Check).
Fixes:
- Sun label updates to mark beginning and end of Civil, Nautical, and Astronomical twilight.
- crash fix for code error in 3.1.1
We focused on a user guide and help tools to explain the functions of CelestialNav. Most tools have a HELP (?) button on the top left to provide guidance and additional information.
Version 3 of Celestial Nav brings a NEW Noon Sight feature to calculate latitude and longitude.
The PRO version has advanced noon sight methods such as plotting a noon curve with multiple sights to determine the most accurate zenith of the sun and improve overall accuracy.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
New:
- Noon Sight
- Mean Noon Sight: Use two readings at equal height before and after zenith (PRO Only)
- Noon Curve: Polynomial regression for multiple sun readings to calculate more accurate zenith time and position (PRO Only)
Fixes:
- Sun label updates to mark beginning and end of Civil, Nautical, and Astronomical twilight.
- crash fix for code error in 3.1.1
We focused on a user guide and help tools to explain the functions of CelestialNav. Most tools have a HELP (?) button on the top left to provide guidance and additional information.
Version 3 of Celestial Nav brings a NEW Noon Sight feature to calculate latitude and longitude.
The PRO version has advanced noon sight methods such as plotting a noon curve with multiple sights to determine the most accurate zenith of the sun and improve overall accuracy.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
New:
- Noon Sight
- Mean Noon Sight: Use two readings at equal height before and after zenith (PRO Only)
- Noon Curve: Polynomial regression for multiple sun readings to calculate more accurate zenith time and position (PRO Only)
Fixes:
- Sun label updates to mark beginning and end of Civil, Nautical, and Astronomical twilight.
We focused on a user guide and help tools to explain the functions of CelestialNav. Most tools have a HELP (?) button on the top left to provide guidance and additional information.
Version 3 of Celestial Nav brings a NEW Noon Sight feature to calculate latitude and longitude.
The PRO version has advanced noon sight methods such as plotting a noon curve with multiple sights to determine the most accurate zenith of the sun and improve overall accuracy.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
New:
- Noon Sight
- Mean Noon Sight: Use two readings at equal height before and after zenith (PRO Only)
- Noon Curve: Polynomial regression for multiple sun readings to calculate more accurate zenith time and position (PRO Only)
This release brings some behind the scenes performance upgrades.
Version 3 of Celestial Nav brings a NEW Noon Sight feature to calculate latitude and longitude.
The PRO version has advanced noon sight methods such as plotting a noon curve with multiple sights to determine the most accurate zenith of the sun and improve overall accuracy.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
New:
- Noon Sight
- Mean Noon Sight: Use two readings at equal height before and after zenith (PRO Only)
- Noon Curve: Polynomial regression for multiple sun readings to calculate more accurate zenith time and position (PRO Only)
Bugfixes:
- bug fix to resolve startup crash in Dark Mode for certain devices
- major bug fix to resolve crash on iPad when an alert should be presented
Version 3 of Celestial Nav brings a NEW Noon Sight feature to calculate latitude and longitude.
The PRO version has advanced noon sight methods such as plotting a noon curve with multiple sights to determine the most accurate zenith of the sun and improve overall accuracy.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
New:
- Noon Sight
- Mean Noon Sight: Use two readings at equal height before and after zenith (PRO Only)
- Noon Curve: Polynomial regression for multiple sun readings to calculate more accurate zenith time and position (PRO Only)
Bugfixes:
- bug fix to resolve startup crash in Dark Mode for certain devices
- major bug fix to resolve crash on iPad when an alert should be presented
- fixed several layout issues
- improve support for all iOS screen sizes
Version 3 of Celestial Nav brings a NEW Noon Sight feature to calculate latitude and longitude.
The PRO version has advanced noon sight methods such as plotting a noon curve with multiple sights to determine the most accurate zenith of the sun and improve overall accuracy.
Tooltips and help features continue to be expanded. Various titles and labels display definitions and further guidance when tapped.
New:
- Noon Sight
- Mean Noon Sight: Use two readings at equal height before and after zenith (PRO Only)
- Noon Curve: Polynomial regression for multiple sun readings to calculate more accurate zenith time and position (PRO Only)
Bugfixes:
- major bug fix to resolve crash on iPad when an alert should be presented
- fixed several layout issues
- improve support for all iOS screen sizes
We made some behind the scene performance updates and fixed layout issues.
Based on valuable user feedback improvements were made to the Map Display for saved LOPs (PRO Feature). Markers can now display the AP and plotting lines for each LOP. When tapped, additional details are shown directly on the map.
In addition, a tooltip feature has been launched so various titles and labels display a definition and further guidance when tapped.
New:
- MAP annotations to show LOP details when tapped
- Unknown body identification
- Tooltips
Bugfix:
- fixed centering of the map based on first shown LOP
Based on valuable user feedback we have improved the Map Display for saved LOPs (PRO Feature). Markers can now display the AP and plotting lines for each LOP. When tapped, additional details are shown directly on the map.
A tooltip feature has also been launched so various titles and labels display a definition and further guidance when touched.
New:
- MAP annotations to show LOP details when tapped
- Unknown body identification
- Tooltips
Bugfix:
- fixed centering of the map based on first shown LOP
Based on valuable user feedback we have improved the Map Display for saved LOPs (PRO Feature). Markers can now display the AP and plotting lines for each LOP. When tapped, additional details are shown directly on the map.
A tooltip feature has also been launched so various titles and labels display a definition and further guidance when touched.
New:
- MAP annotations to show LOP details when tapped
- Unknown body identification
- Tooltips
Bugfix:
- fixed centering of the map based on first shown LOP
Bugfix:
- fixed map plot where intercept distance was incorrectly scaled
We have been working hard to improve the overall app experience and return the most accurate results.
Based on user feedback, we added a new feature to identify a celestial body based on a bearing and height reading.
A tooltip feature has also been launched so various titles and labels pop out a definition and further guidance when touched.
New:
- Unknown body identification
- Tooltips
Updates:
- accuracy tweak for stars algorithm
We have been working hard to improve the overall app experience and return the most accurate results.
Based on user feedback, we added a new feature to identify a celestial body based on a bearing and height reading.
A tooltip feature has also been launched so various titles and labels pop out a definition and further guidance when touched.
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New:
- Unknown body identification
- Tooltips
Updates:
- accuracy tweak for stars algorithm
New:
- Added tooltip help information. Click a title, label, or header for additional information where available.
Updates:
- subscription status improvements
Bug Fix:
- fixed an almanac bug for Jupiter calculations
- fixed a sync issue verifying PRO version status
New:
- Added tooltip help information. Click a title, label, or header for additional information where available.
Updates:
- process and performance optimizations for iOS 16+
- layout improvements
Bug Fix:
- fixed an almanac bug for Jupiter calculations
- fixed a sync issue verifying PRO version status
New:
- Added tooltip help information. Click a title, label, or header for additional information where available.
Updates:
- process and performance optimizations for iOS 16+
- layout improvements
Bug Fix:
- fixed an almanac bug for Jupiter calculations
Bug Fixes:
- fix crash when changing settings
- Time layout errors for Moon and Sun data
Updates:
- process and performance optimizations for iOS 16+
- layout improvements
Updates:
- process and performance optimizations