Track the ISS with NASA's Spot the Station App
Spot the Station allows users to receive alerts for visible passes of the International Space Station, providing an exciting way to engage with space exploration.
For those who have ever gazed up at the night sky and pondered the enigmas of the universe, observing the passage of the International Space Station can be an awe-inspiring experience. The Spot the Station mobile application has been developed to notify users when the space station is visible from their current location. Its objective is to enhance global access and awareness of the station and NASA, offering users an opportunity to witness the marvels of the space station first-hand. The realization that human beings are inhabiting and working within that tiny dot, orbiting the Earth at an astonishing speed of 17,500 miles per hour, is truly astonishing.
- 2D & 3D real-time location views of the station
- Lists of upcoming sightings with visibility data
- Augmented Reality (AR) view featuring an embedded compass and trajectory lines within the camera view
- Up-to-date NASA space station resources and blog
- Privacy settings
- Push notifications when the station is approaching your location
Overview
Spot the Station is a Freeware software in the category Education developed by NASA.
The latest version of Spot the Station is 1.3.0, released on 05/02/2024. It was initially added to our database on 01/21/2024.
Spot the Station runs on the following operating systems: Android/iOS.
Users of Spot the Station gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- Provides real-time information on when and where to spot the International Space Station (ISS) from your location
- Accessible via mobile app and website, easy to use for people of all ages
- Sends notifications for upcoming ISS passes, ensuring you don't miss a sighting
- Promotes interest in space exploration and science education
- Free to use, making it accessible to everyone interested in astronomy
Cons
- Limited to only the ISS sightings; doesn't cover other satellites or celestial events
- Requires internet access to receive notifications and updates
- Accuracy of pass predictions can vary based on local weather conditions and sky visibility
- Not available in all languages; primarily focused on English, which may limit accessibility for non-English speakers
- May have technical issues or bugs in the application that affect performance
David Fischer
I am a technology writer for UpdateStar, covering software, security, and privacy as well as research and innovation in information security. I worked as an editor for German computer magazines for more than a decade before joining the UpdateStar team. With over a decade of editorial experience in the tech industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my current role at UpdateStar. At UpdateStar, I focus on the critical areas of software, security, and privacy, ensuring our readers stay informed about the latest developments and best practices.
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