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Download Sky Map 1.9.5 - RC3 APK
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Target: Android 11 (API 30)
What's new in Sky Map 1.9.5 - RC3
• Welsh language support (many thanks Cymrodor)
• Some Norwegian translation fixes (credit: FTNo)
• Made the Calibration dialog less aggressive and self-closing
• Shortened the EULA
• Restored Firebase Analytics
• Retired the temporary data hack for Neowise
• Changed the declination lines to be 10 degrees apart instead of 9 and added labels
• Moved the time travel dialog controls to the bottom so they do not clash with the Android UI
About Sky Map 1.9.5 - RC3
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)
* groups.google.com/group/google-sky-map
* twitter.com/skymapdevs
Sky Map 1.9.5 - RC3 variants
This release may come in several variants. Consult our handy FAQ to see which download is right for you.
Version:1.9.5 - RC3(1517) for Android 4.1+ (Jelly Bean, API 16)
Uploaded:September 25, 2020 at 4:13PM UTC
File size:3.73 MB
Downloads:251
Version:1.9.5 - RC2(1516) for Android 4.1+ (Jelly Bean, API 16)
Uploaded:September 18, 2020 at 4:30PM UTC
File size:3.73 MB
Downloads:120
Version:1.16.2:Caelus
Uploaded:July 22, 2026 at 4:57PM UTC
File size:19.15 MB
Downloads:17
Version:1.16.1:Caelus
Uploaded:July 22, 2026 at 4:57PM UTC
File size:14.66 MB
Downloads:17
Version:1.15.5:Saturn
Uploaded:June 15, 2026 at 2:29AM UTC
File size:14.67 MB
Downloads:19
Version:1.15.3:Saturn
Uploaded:June 10, 2026 at 5:34PM UTC
File size:14.67 MB
Downloads:6
Version:1.15.2:Saturn
Uploaded:June 9, 2026 at 8:17PM UTC
File size:14.67 MB
Downloads:12
Version:1.14.2:Jupiter
Uploaded:May 9, 2026 at 6:59PM UTC
File size:14.14 MB
Downloads:35
Version:1.13.3:Mars
Uploaded:April 17, 2026 at 5:59PM UTC
File size:12.08 MB
Downloads:19
Version:1.12.3:Earth
Uploaded:March 25, 2026 at 2:49PM UTC
File size:11.95 MB
Downloads:34
Version:1.11.2:Venus
Uploaded:March 2, 2026 at 12:53AM UTC
File size:5.82 MB
Downloads:48
Version:1.11.1:Venus
Uploaded:February 25, 2026 at 6:08PM UTC
File size:5.21 MB
Downloads:22
