Star Chart 1.4.0.0
The modern devices and utilities we have at our disposal today allow us to peek into far corners of the Universe, without even leaving the comfortable couch from the living room.
Star Chart is one such utility and it is addressed to Windows Phone users who want to look closer at stars, planets and constellations through the screen of their mobile device.
Amazing graphics and highly responsive display
This application comes with a smashing look, featuring some astonishing graphics that offer you an incredible perspective of the sky and the deep space objects.
Following the movements of the device, the display brings in from of your eyes the celestial bodies on the direction you are pointing the phone at, while zooming and panning actions are carried out smoothly.
A constant nuisance comes from the frequent prompts and reminders that inform you about the trial version and ask you to upgrade to benefit from all the features of Star Chart.
Multiple viewing modes and built-in search
The utility allows you to view the constellations outlined on the virtual sky and also navigate to the desired star or planet with one tap. You will have to calibrate in order to get accurate results, as it relies on the GPS and compass sensor.
To achieve this, you have to use the "Search" feature that puts at your fingertips, neatly stacked into relevant categories, the Solar System planets, including the sun and moon, the deep sky objects from the Messier catalog, as well as the known stars and constellations.
When zooming in to certain objects in the sky you will see their enhanced image, usually a high-quality representation made possible thanks to the beautiful imagery it has inside.
Get quick info about the objects in the sky
While observing the stars and constellations you can get some details about the celestial bodies by tapping on them. This data cannot be copied or shared and it is only visible as long as you have the respective object within the boundaries of the phone screen.
The limitations of the trial version will make you restart the app several times because after a short while most of the functions will become locked and you will no longer be able to access the search, info boxes and more.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI10
Despite the annoying prompts that appear ever so often, the appearance of this application is very impressive from the visual perspective. |
Function9
The utility brings users a great way of exploring the sky and getting information about the deep space objects. |
Security10
All the secure areas of the system remain untouched by Star Chart, so everyone can install it without any worries. |
Battery3
Keeping the app running for longer periods of time will discharge the battery very fast due to the massive power consumption. |
Price9
In order to unlock all the features of the utility users will have to pay only 99 cents, so the app offers very good value overall. |
Compatibility10
Suitable for use on almost every Windows Phone device out there, Star Chart needs a handset powered by at least version 7.5 of the OS. |
Specifications
- price:
- 0.99
- current version:
- 1.4.0.0
- reviewed version:
- 1.4.0.0
- developer:
- Escape Velocity Limited
- category:
- SCIENCE & EDUCATION
- os version req.:
- 7.5, 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- Yes. unlock features
- hits:
- 326