March 27, 2025

iOS 745: Space Discovery! - Spaceflight Simulator, Solar Smash, NASA app, & more

40 minutes

Space is calling, and your iPhone is your intergalactic guide! Join Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard as they explore stellar apps and features that bring the cosmos right to your screen.

Night Sky App

Augmented reality app that helps identify stars, constellations, and celestial objects

Shows real-time sky mapping with translucent constellation overlays

Can track satellites and display multiple viewing modes

NASA App

Free app with comprehensive space exploration content

Features include space news, mission updates, live events, images, videos, and podcasts

Offers AR models of rovers and spacecraft

Solar Smash

Planet destruction simulator

Allows users to destroy planets using various weapons like nuclear missiles, asteroids, and spaceships

Free app with in-app purchase options to remove ads and unlock additional features

Space Flight Simulator

Free app that lets users build and launch virtual rockets

Simulates the challenges of rocket construction and space flight

Tutorial mode helps users understand the complexities of space exploration

Astronomy Watch Face

3D models of Earth, Moon, and solar system

Can scroll through time to see planetary movements and moon phases

Solar Watch Faces

Multiple styles showing sun's movement and daylight progression

Includes solar dial, solar analog, and solar graph options

Astronomy backgrounds

Dynamic planet views that change based on time and location

Earth view particularly impressive, showing day/night transitions

News Segment

AirPods Max USB-C Update

Upcoming firmware update in April will add lossless audio and ultra-low latency

Requires USB-C AirPods Max and specific cable

Targeted at music creators and professionals

Feedback

Geocaching App Recommendation

Cachly app suggested by listener Carson

Provides comprehensive geocaching tools and offline map support

Shortcuts Corner

3D Printing Air Filtration Automation

Listener Carson seeks a way to automatically control air filter during 3D printing

Rosemary suggests solutions like OctoPrint, Controller for HomeKit, and Home Assistant

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

Contact iOS Today at [email protected].

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today

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March 27, 2025

iOS 745: Space Discovery! - Spaceflight Simulator, Solar Smash, NASA app, & more

40 minutes

Space is calling, and your iPhone is your intergalactic guide! Join Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard as they explore stellar apps and features that bring the cosmos right to your screen.

Night Sky App

Augmented reality app that helps identify stars, constellations, and celestial objects

Shows real-time sky mapping with translucent constellation overlays

Can track satellites and display multiple viewing modes

NASA App

Free app with comprehensive space exploration content

Features include space news, mission updates, live events, images, videos, and podcasts

Offers AR models of rovers and spacecraft

Solar Smash

Planet destruction simulator

Allows users to destroy planets using various weapons like nuclear missiles, asteroids, and spaceships

Free app with in-app purchase options to remove ads and unlock additional features

Space Flight Simulator

Free app that lets users build and launch virtual rockets

Simulates the challenges of rocket construction and space flight

Tutorial mode helps users understand the complexities of space exploration

Astronomy Watch Face

3D models of Earth, Moon, and solar system

Can scroll through time to see planetary movements and moon phases

Solar Watch Faces

Multiple styles showing sun's movement and daylight progression

Includes solar dial, solar analog, and solar graph options

Astronomy backgrounds

Dynamic planet views that change based on time and location

Earth view particularly impressive, showing day/night transitions

News Segment

AirPods Max USB-C Update

Upcoming firmware update in April will add lossless audio and ultra-low latency

Requires USB-C AirPods Max and specific cable

Targeted at music creators and professionals

Feedback

Geocaching App Recommendation

Cachly app suggested by listener Carson

Provides comprehensive geocaching tools and offline map support

Shortcuts Corner

3D Printing Air Filtration Automation

Listener Carson seeks a way to automatically control air filter during 3D printing

Rosemary suggests solutions like OctoPrint, Controller for HomeKit, and Home Assistant

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

Contact iOS Today at [email protected].

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

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