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Highly Requested Augmented Reality (AR) feature is here!

Take your stargazing to new heights with Stellarium Mobile's innovative Augmented Reality (AR) feature, seamlessly blend the night sky with the app's intuitive interface using your device's camera!

Introducing Tours feature!

Embark on guided journeys through constellations, ancient sky cultures, our Solar System, and breathtaking deep sky objects - all within the Stellarium Mobile app

Total Solar Eclipse - April 8, 2024

A Total Solar Eclipse will be visible to various parts of North America on Monday, April 8, 2024.

Witness the Perseid Meteor Shower 2023

The Perseid Meteor Shower is one of the most awaited astronomical events for astronomy enthusiasts all around the world. It is most known for its radiant meteors that are visible even in moderately dark areas.

Update 1.11.0

Stellarium Mobile version 1.10.0 is now released!

Update 1.10.0

Stellarium Mobile version 1.10.0 is now released!

Capturing a Meteor - Perseid Meteor Shower 2022

The Perseid Meteor Shower is one of the most awaited astronomical events for astronomy enthusiasts all around the world. It is most known for its radiant meteors that are visible even in moderately dark areas.

Moon-Mars Conjunction - July 21, 2022

Moon and Mars will be closest to each other in an event called a conjunction.

New & improved Field of View Simulator and more improvements! - Update 1.9.3

Stellarium Mobile version 1.9.3 is currently in Beta testing and this update contains exciting new features that many of you have been requesting!

Lunar occultation of Venus - May 27, 2022

An occultation is an event in which an object appears to be in front of a second object (star, planet, etc) seemingly blocking our view from that second object

Update 1.8.8

Stellarium Mobile has a new update! Stellarium Mobile version 1.8.8 has been released.

Partial Solar Eclipse - April 30, 2022

A Partial Solar Eclipse will be observed in certain parts of the world this weekend, April 30, 2022!

Mars-Saturn Conjunction - April 5, 2022

Saturn and Mars will be closest to each other in an event called a conjunction.

What makes the sky blue?

Have you ever wondered, why is the sky blue? The answer might be a lot simpler than you thought!

Moon-Venus-Mars Conjunction - February 27, 2022

Moon, Venus and Mars will be closest to each other in an event called a conjunction.

How to know if an object is a planet or a star?

Have you ever looked up and seen a bright object in the night sky? Chances are that the object is not a star, but a planet!

Our local star - THE SUN

Our Sun is the closest star to the Earth. It is our main source of energy and every living being on the planet is dependent on the Sun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here is a list of Frequently Asked Questions! Feel free to email us anytime for more assistance and we will be happy to assist you.

Update 1.8.3

Fix comets data download error on some android devices

Observing C/2021 A1 or Comet Leonard

As this year draws to a close, get ready to observe the brightest comet of the year, C/2021 A1 or comet Leonard.

Stages of a Lunar Eclipse - Lunar Eclipse November 19, 2021

Leonid Meteor Shower 2021

The Leonid Meteor Shower can be observed on November 6-30, 2021. However, this week is the best time to observe it as it reaches its peak.

Moon-Saturn and Moon-Jupiter Conjunction - November 2021

Mark your calendars, for two astronomical events known as conjunctions are expected this week!

Update 1.8.1

This week, Stellarium Mobile has released a new update. This release has improvements to make your astronomy experience much more enjoyable!

Moon-Venus Conjunction - November 8, 2021

Moon and Venus will be closest to each other in an event called a conjunction.

Google Play Best of 2021 User's Choice Award Nominee

There are tons of great apps and games on Google Play. That's why we are very thrilled and honored to be considered for this year's User's Choice Award!

Orionid Meteor Shower

Orionid Meteor Shower is a well known and well-observed meteor shower around the world. As it reaches its peak, here is everything you need to know, including some tips on how to make the most out of your meteor hunt!

A Guide on Observing the Moon - Happy International Observe the Moon Night

This Saturday evening, October 16, 2021, is the International Observe the Moon Night! It’s the perfect time to observe the Moon together with astronomers from around the world.

Back-to-back Conjunction - Moon-Saturn and Moon-Jupiter Conjunction

Moon-Saturn and Moon-Jupiter will be closest to each other in an event called a conjunction.

Stellarium Mobile 1.8.0

Stellarium Plus version 1.8.0 has been released and this update brings us a lot of new features and improvements to make your astronomy experience even better!

Autumnal equinox 2021

An equinox is a time of the year when day and night are the same length. It happens twice a year, in March and in September. The equinox in March is called the vernal equinox and the equinox in September is called the autumnal equinox

The Galilean Moons - A Closer Look

Jupiter is also home to many natural satellites. In this article, we will discuss the most famous moons of Jupiter; The Galilean Moons.

Moon-Saturn Conjunction - September 17, 2021

Moon and Saturn will be closest to each other in an event called a conjunction.

What is up with Mercury this September 2021?

This September, mark the following dates as it will be the best time to observe Mercury.

Jupiter Opposition - August 20, 2021

It is the best time to observe the largest planet in our solar system, Jupiter as it will be in an opposition.

Mars-Mercury Conjunction - August 18, 2021

Mars and Mercury is expected to be as close as 0.1 degrees this coming August 18.

Perseids Meteor Shower 2021

The Perseid Meteor Shower is one of the most awaited astronomical events for astronomy enthusiasts all around the world. It is most known for its radiant meteors that are visible even in moderately dark areas.

Moon-Venus Conjunction - August 10, 2021

Moon and Venus will be closest to each other in an event called a conjunction.

The Moon - Astronomers Love-Hate Relationship with Luna

It is undeniable that the Moon is one of astronomy enthusiasts' favorite object to observe. However, there are times astronomers tend to avoid it.

Venus-Mars Conjunction - July 13, 2021

The planets Mars and Venus will be closest to each other in an event called a planetary conjunction.

A Quick Guide in observing the Summer Constellations

Summer, in general, is a great time for stargazing, and with it comes an assortment of constellations and asterisms that are the best visible between the months of late June to late September in the Northern Hemisphere.

A Guide on Observing the Delta Aquariid Meteor Shower 2021

The Delta Aquariid Meteor Shower is an exciting yet challenging event to observe. Worry not because this article will provide everything you need to know to observe this meteor shower.

Ophiuchus - the 13th Zodiac Constellation

Find out why astronomers consider Ophiuchus as the 13th Zodiac Constellation and what does it mean?

3D Tour of the Solar System via Stellarium Mobile PLUS

3D View for planets, moons, satellites and other celestial objects when you download Stellarium Mobile PLUS!

Annular Solar Eclipse - June 10, 2021

A Quick Guide on Imaginary Lines and Grids

The reason why astronomers use red lights on observation sites

The Flower Moon of 2021 coincides with the Super Blood Moon

We hear you! - Fixed display issues, improved telescope control support and more in this new update

Super Blood Moon - May 26, 2021

Light Pollution with Stellarium Mobile

App Of The Day

Opening internship positions

High resolution planet rendering using HiPS

Introducing Stellarium Mobile Plus

Major Telescope Control Update