Google Sky Map

mobile planetarium

New York, NY. 2009 & 10

Google Sky Map turns your Android-powered device into a window on the night sky.

Figure out what you're looking at
Point your phone at the sky, and Google Sky Map will show the stars, planets, constellations, and more to help you identify the celestial objects in view. You can also browse the skies in manual mode.

Search the skies
Search the night sky for your favorite planet, Messier object, and more. Then move the phone in the direction of the

Time Travel
To see the sky at a specific date, past or future. After smooth travel to the desired year, you can fast forward or rewind in various speeds and watch how the sky changes.

Credits »
Design and built together with the Google Sky Map team in Pittsburgh.

Keywords »

Mobile, physical interfaces, Android, smartphone, planetarium.