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Download Sky Map 1.9.3 APK
Supports installation on external storage.
Target: Android 8.0 (Oreo, API 26)
What's new in Sky Map 1.9.3
Workaround for bugs in the Samsung S4 and Note 3 that caused crash on start up.
Workaround for a small number of gyro-less phones that misreport their sensor status causing the map not to move.
Uses gyro by default if supported
About Sky Map 1.9.3
Sky Map is a hand-held planetarium for your Android device. Use it to identify stars, planets, nebulae and more.
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Originally developed as Google Sky Map, it has now been donated and open sourced.
Troubleshooting/FAQ
The Map doesn't move/points in the wrong place
Make sure you haven't switched into manual mode. Does your phone have a compass? If not, Sky Map cannot tell your orientation. Look it up here: www.gsmarena.com/
Try calibrating your compass by moving it in a figure of 8 motion or as described here
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1EPbAapaeI.
Are there any magnets or metal nearby that might interfere with the compass? Try switching off "magnetic correction" (in settings) and see if that is more accurate.
Why is autolocation not supported for my phone?
In Android 6 the way permissions work has changed. You need to enable the location permission setting for Sky Map as described here:
support.google.com/googleplay/answer/6270602?p=app_permissons_m
The Map is jittery
Try adjusting the sensor speed and damping (in settings). We have a better solution coming soon!
Do I need an internet connection?
No, but some functions (like entering your location manually) won't work without one. You'll have to use the GPS or enter a latitude and longitude instead.
Can I help test the latest features?
Sure! Join our beta testing program and get the latest version.
play.google.com/apps/testing/com.google.android.stardroid
Find us elsewhere:
* github.com/sky-map-team/stardroid (github - source code)
* goo.gl/XWjRg (Google Plus)
* groups.google.com/group/google-sky-map
* twitter.com/skymapdevs
Sky Map 1.9.3 variants
This release may come in several variants. Consult our handy FAQ to see which download is right for you.
Version:1.10.4b(1524) for Android 4.0.3+ (Ice Cream Sandwich MR1, API 15)
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Version:1.9.3(1491) for Android 4.0.3+ (Ice Cream Sandwich MR1, API 15)
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Version:1.9.2(1480) for Android 4.0.3+ (Ice Cream Sandwich MR1, API 15)
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Version:1.9.1(1461) for Android 4.0.3+ (Ice Cream Sandwich MR1, API 15)
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Version:1.8.4.1(1427) for Android 4.0.3+ (Ice Cream Sandwich MR1, API 15)
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Version:1.8.4(1426) for Android 4.0.3+ (Ice Cream Sandwich MR1, API 15)
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Version:1.16.1:Caelus
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Version:1.15.2:Saturn
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Version:1.14.2:Jupiter
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Version:1.13.3:Mars
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Version:1.12.3:Earth
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Version:1.11.2:Venus
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Version:1.11.1:Venus
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