Big Bang AR

Name: Big Bang AR
Rating: 4.5 (201 reviews)
Author: CERN

By: CERN

The story of our universe

Features & Capabilities

Join Tilda Swinton and CERN scientists on an epic mixed reality journey through the birth and evolution of the universe—going back 13.8 billion years to see how space, time and the visible universe came to be. Watch the formation of stars, our solar system, and Earth unfold in your own space, with the ability to create particles, atoms, stars, and even a supernova in your environment. Discover whether we are truly made of stars with a #starselfie and share it with friends.

This immersive AR experience includes optional subtitles and is a collaboration between CERN and Google Arts & Culture. It requires device permissions (location, camera, and photo gallery) and operates best when your device is charged. Data saved to your device remains anonymous and is not shared externally. Discover more about Big Bang AR at CERN and Google Arts & Culture.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Education Art Entertainment Content

By:

CERN

Rating:

4.50

(201)

Version:

1.0 Last updated: 2019-03-07

Version code:

830332362

Creation date:

2019-03-07

Compatible devices:

Size:

200.10MB

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-06

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Ranking

# 115,192 ▲ 17

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CERN

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/big-bang-ar/id1453396628

User Reviews

Big Bang AR is praised for its free, ad-free access, stunning AR visuals, engaging narration, and solid educational value for cosmology. However, its reception is marred by recurring technical issues: camera permission prompts that can block use, and compatibility problems with the latest iOS. A minority express concern that the app presents theories as facts. Overall, the content quality and teaching potential are strong, but users report setup and platform compatibility problems that hinder optimal use.

Pros

Free to use with no ads or in-app purchases.
Stunning graphics and immersive AR experience.
Clear narration and strong educational value for cosmology.
Effective for teaching and learning about space.

Cons

Camera permission prompts with missing or inaccessible settings prevent opening/using the app.
Compatibility issues with the latest iOS, causing non-functionality or crashes.
Some reviews argue the content presents theories as facts rather than evidence.

Recent reviews

The app opens fine but then requests access to the Camera, which is missing from the app’s settings

by wi*****, 2025-08-23

I really hope to be able to enjoy this app. Will there be an update to work with the latest iOS? It just says [missing] when I open it

by Wo*****, 2024-10-28

This application is extraordinary yes, however, we would need an update soon. It’s having a bit of trouble at the beginning of the universe when it starts? — thanks, Radu