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Discover the universe from your iOS device. With stunning imagery, real-time data, and interactive features, this app brings the wonders of space exploration straight into your hands.
Stellar Horizon turns your iOS device into a portal to the cosmos. The app combines state-of-the-art iOS technology with official space APIs from NASA, ESA, and other space agencies.
At the heart of the app is an interactive 3D Earth built with SceneKit that visualises historical climate data. Users can rotate the Earth in real time and explore different textures.
The ISS live tracker shows the current position of the International Space Station on a MapKit-based map and notifies users of upcoming flyovers at their location.
With the built-in astronomy gallery, users can browse breathtaking astrophotography, like images, and leave comments. A Space News Hub keeps them up to date with the latest developments in spaceflight.
Detailed documentation of the app's development, architecture, and technical features. Includes screenshots, code samples, and a walkthrough of the development process.
Browse stunning astrophotography from NASA, ESA, and other space agencies. Like and comment on your favourite cosmic images.
Explore a SceneKit-based 3D Earth model with realistic textures and lighting. Visualise historical climate data through selectable Earth textures.
Follow the International Space Station in real time on a MapKit map. Monitor its current position, speed, and orbit.
Stay up to date with curated articles from NASA, ESA, and other space agencies. Save important stories for later.
Secure authentication via Firebase with email/password or Google Sign-In. Anonymous browsing is available for quick access.
High-quality and custom animations for a polished and fluid user experience throughout the app.
Full privacy compliance with a secure Firebase integration and optional anonymous usage for maximum privacy.
Built entirely in SwiftUI for optimal performance and seamless integration with the iOS ecosystem and all of its native features.
Designing the app architecture and the UI/UX with a focus on intuitive controls and an immersive space experience.
Implementing the NASA, ESA, and N2YO APIs for real-time data and high-quality space content.
Building the interactive 3D Earth in SceneKit, including realistic textures and animations.
Final testing, App Store optimisation, and a successful launch backed by positive user reviews.
Download Stellar Horizon from the App Store and explore the universe with a 3D Earth, ISS live tracker, astronomy gallery, and space news — built with SwiftUI and SceneKit.