SKYORB by RealTech VR

Category: Version Release

  • SkyORB Update Spring 2025

    SkyORB Update Spring 2025

    🚀 SkyORB 2021 LTS & SkyORB ∞ 1.3.3: Spring 2025 Update Recap

    We’re excited to share the latest news from the SkyORB universe! Over the past few weeks, we’ve been hard at work refining and updating both SkyORB 2021 LTS and SkyORB ∞, bringing better performance, new features, and improved stability across platforms. Here’s a breakdown of what’s new:

    🌕 SkyORB 2021 LTS

    Although SkyORB 2021 is now in long-term support (LTS) mode, it still received a significant update this season.

    What’s New:

    • 🆕 Updated 3D engine for better performance and visual fidelity
    • 🪐 Improved rendering of the solar system
    • 🔧 General improvements and minor bug fixes

    💡 Note: We will continue supporting SkyORB 2021 with critical fixes until the release of SkyORB ∞ 2.0. If you’re still using 2021, you can rest assured it’s not being left behind!

    🌌 SkyORB ∞ – Version 1.3.3

    SkyORB ∞ continues to evolve as the next-generation experience of our astronomy app. Built from the ground up, it incorporates user feedback and new engine capabilities.

    Highlights of 1.3.3:

    • 🔔 Fixed sunset and planet label issues in sky charts
    • 🛰️ Improved accuracy in astronomy notifications
    • ⌚ Apple Watch App: Fixed overlapping temperature label & added cloud cover percentage
    • 🚀 Ongoing rendering optimizations and performance updates

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    We’re grateful for all the feedback and support from our amazing community. Whether you’re using the tried-and-true SkyORB 2021 or the cutting-edge SkyORB ∞, we’re committed to bringing you the best stargazing experience possible.

    Stay tuned for more updates—and clear skies! ✨

  • Update 1.1 for SKYORB ∞

    Update 1.1 for SKYORB ∞

    We’re thrilled to announce the latest update to SKYORB ∞, bringing back some much-requested features. Exoplanets are making a triumphant return, and the star map gets a stylistic makeover, offering a closer and more engaging experience reminiscent of SkyORB 2021.

    Edit 07 Feb 2024: The exo planets orbits around the star will be planned in the 1.3 version, after the re-introduction of the ‘Cosmos’ explorer with the milky way which is being redone with the new engine.

    Why Consider Upgrading to SKYORB ∞?

    While both SkyORB 2021 and SKYORB ∞ coexist, the latter introduces a range of enhancements. It’s a step forward, maintaining the comfort of the familiar 2021 interface. Though some features are in the pipeline, like the enchanting ‘zoom from sun to galaxy,’ the current improvements promise to elevate your stargazing adventures.

    Upgrade to SKYORB ∞ now for a refined cosmic journey, blending familiarity with newfound wonders.

    FeaturesSKYORB 2021SKYORB ∞
    2024
    Monthly reportNoYes
    Lunar notificationsNoYes
    iOS, macOS widgetYesNo, but planned
    Gnomic projection for star mapNoYes
    Stereographic projection for star mapVery LimitedYes
    Constellation boundaries in star mapNoYes
    Realtime coordinates with trendsLimitedYes, with real-time compass direction
    Monthly NotificationsYesYes
    Push NotificationsYes, only englishYes, with french localization as well.
    Daily Event NotificationsLimited, sun set and sun riseComplete, with planet events, including night starts and ends.
    Outlook of the dayYesYes, more complete.
    Constellation listNoYes
    Astronomers listNoYes
    Planetarium 3D (Planets)YesYes, with more moons for Uranus, Neptune, new 3D textures
    Planetarium 3D (Dwarfs Planets)Two dwarfs planetsSix dwarfs planets, added moons
    Trojans asteroidYesNo, but planned in future update
    Lagrange pointsNoYes
    Zoom from sun to galaxyYesNo, but planned in future update
    3D Star mapYesYes, with center around selection, more complete information, Spectrum and greek lettering.
    Search EngineBy typingList with sort, by typing is planned
    Entity list sortingNoYes, by recommended, name
    Deep objects informationLimitedComplete with image, and ephemeris, tracking and position.
    Satellite coordinatesLimitedComplete
    Orbit satellites2D only3D orbit
    Automatic update of TLEManualAutomatic, with more database.
    Jovian planets simulationYesYes, using Direct View mode, also works with other planets like Saturn.
    Moon ephemerisYesYes, with next eclipse date available.
    Ads FreeNoYes
    In purchaseYesNo