Apps

What apps and computer programs do observers like to use?

The Sky Safari app has been popular with observing astronomers. For a smartphone or a tablet, it is now on Version 7. While it is not free, it is well worth what it costs. Sky Safari 7

Stellarium can be had as a software package for a personal computer, or as an app for a smartphone or tablet. It is free, but has a learning curve. Stick with it, as it has lots of great features. Link. Stellarium


Starry Night is a software package for a personal computer. The some vendors bundle with telescopes sold. It is not a free software package if you want to download it. Link Starry Night Pro 8


Cartes du Ciel is a program favored by some observers. Here is a link. Cartes du Ciel