Sky map

Sky Maps allows you like a planetarium to view space: constellations, stars, galaxies and nebulae using Google Maps API

Sky Map - Explore Space with Google Maps

Sky Map is an innovative Chrome extension that turns Google Maps into a virtual planetarium. With a simple click, users can explore stars, constellations, galaxies and more. Offering seamless navigation and zooming capabilities, Sky Map transmutes celestial wonders into accessible experiences with the help of Google's powerful mapping technology.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 20,000+
Rating: 3.40
(35)
Version: 4.70 (Last updated: 2018-07-18)
Creation date: 2018-07-18
Size: 275.46K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Nice visual appeal and effects
  • Interesting concept and ideas
  • Provides a basic view of the universe
  • Generates feelings of wonder when observing the sky
Cons
  • Does not work properly (HTTPS incompatibility and unsafe domain)
  • Very basic and limited functionality
  • Misleading description regarding star charts
  • Lack of detailed information and guidance
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work or has significant errors
  • Basic and limited view
  • Misleading or unclear functionalities
  • Visual appeal but not very useful
User reviews
for me its nice to see how fast IT has developed in to be able to use such apps on my lappy at home AMAZING
by René, 2024-12-10

Doesn't work. First error involves HTTPS incompatibility... Then, unsafe domain, etc, etc... Not worth it. Though, the concept and initial ideas/menu make me angry that this doesn't exist; Whether it did or not.

Very basic view of Universe. DO NOT WASTE your time
by Volney Holanda, 2022-05-30
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Sky map does not require any sensitive permissions.

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