SkEye

The Description of SkEye

Site Editorial Commentary：A map of stars, planets, meteor showers, galaxies and nebulae.

SkEye is a comprehensive planetarium app that doubles as a PUSHTO (Push-To) guide for telescopes, making it an invaluable tool for both amateur and experienced astronomers.

Explore the wonders of the night sky by easily identifying stars, planets, and constellations. SkEye goes beyond the basics, offering detailed information on meteor showers, bright comets, and a selection of deep sky objects from the renowned Messier and NGC catalogs. Whether you're a casual observer or a dedicated sky-gazer, SkEye provides the resources you need to deepen your understanding of the cosmos.

Enhance your telescope experience by attaching your phone to the optical tube assembly (OTA) and using SkEye as a PUSHTO guide. This feature allows you to quickly and accurately locate celestial objects, maximizing your observing time.

‣ Features:
 • Time machine: Travel through time to view the sky at any date in the past or future.
 • Real-time Alt-Azimuth and Equatorial coordinates: Obtain precise positional data for celestial objects.
 • Messier objects: Explore a curated list of fascinating deep-sky objects.
 • mini-NGC catalog: Discover a selection of approximately 180 bright objects from the New General Catalogue.
 • Solar system objects: Observe all eight planets and the four Galilean moons of Jupiter.
 • Meteor showers: Track and observe meteor showers, including the Perseids, Geminids, and Leonids.
 • Night mode: Preserve your night vision with a red-tinted display.
 • Search: Quickly locate specific celestial objects with a guiding arrow.
 • Alt-Azimuth, Equatorial grid: Overlay coordinate grids on the sky map for precise navigation.
 • Aligned mode: Utilize this mode for accurate PUSHTO telescope guidance.


‣ Queries?
Send an email to [email protected].

‣ Tips:
 • For enhanced accuracy, calibrate the magnetic sensors by moving your phone in a figure-8 pattern.
 • For advanced usage instructions, visit: https://lavadip.com/skeye/docs.html
 • If you're interested in contributing to translations, please visit: https://crowdin.com/project/skeye


‣ App Permissions:
 • Location: Required to determine the precise position of celestial objects based on your location.
 • Bluetooth: Used to support connection with remote sensors for enhanced functionality.