More Apps for Kids! Star Walk and Solar Walk Review + Giveaway

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Are you an astronomy buff?  We are in my household and was super excited to try out the Star Walk and Solar Walk apps from Vito Technology this week.  We tested both apps using our iPad, but they also have iPhone/iPod Touch apps for download.

Let’s talk about each one!

STAR WALK



features:

Star Spotter
The main fascination of Star Walk is that you can tilt you device upwards and it will show you the sky.

Share It
The latest addition is an option to share your most amazing Star Walk experiences on Facebook and Twitter. Let your friends know about things that wowʼed you!

Bookmarks
Bookmarks allow you to create a selection of your favorite views – if you want to remember a specific astronomical event or just a romantic night – save it, add a note to it, and share it!

Rises and Sets of all Planets
Ever wanted to rise together with the Sun? How about Venus? Star Walk Sky Live screen provides info about main planets of the Solar System.

Night Mode
It doesnʼt seem like much in a description. However, if you actually try looking at a bright screen on a dark stargazing night, your eyes will hurt! That is why we added a night mode, with dim red colors that take care of your eyes. Even the keyboard for star search is eye-gentle.

Learn more about Star Walk and download HERE.

SOLAR WALK


Solar Walk is designed to help you learn the structure and la the Solar System. It is a virtual model of the Solar system w options to “jump to another planet”, and watch the planetary movements from any desired angle. It also has a “time mach feature to simulate various space events, e.g. solar eclipse.

features:

  • 3D SOLAR SYSTEM: play with the 3D model by moving around the Solar System
  • FLY to the PLANET: having chosen a planet from a far, tap an image of a “rocket” to fly straight to the planet
  • READ INFO about the planet: by tapping the “i” button you learn general info about the planet
  • TIME MACHINE: click on the clock icon and date and time will be displayed. Slide your finger on the scale and the sky will start moving accordingly
  • MOONS of DIFFERENT PLANETS: select a planet like Earth, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars or Urano

Learn more about Solar Walk and download HERE.

MY THOUGHTS.

Both of these apps were perfect for my 10-year-old son who is obsessed with science and astronomy.  The apps make astronomy fun and beautiful, and the best part is they are educational, too!

Learn more about Vito Technology and their products by visiting www.vitotechnology.com.

::CONTEST::

Vito Technology is giving away an iPod Touch!  Click HERE for rules on how to enter the contest.  

::GIVEAWAY::

I have 3 promo codes for each app + one $20 iTunes Gift Card to give away!  That is 7 winners total!

::HOW TO ENTER::  (REQUIRED)

  • To enter this giveaway, please leave a comment telling us how you teach astronomy to your children.  We look forward to hearing from you!  

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Contest ends Saturday, July 24, 2010 at midnight CST.  USA & CA residents only, please.  Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: I was compensated for this giveaway and promotion. My reviews and recommendations are always honest and true.  Read Mom Spark’s full disclosure here.

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About Mom Spark

Amy is a SAHM of two boys and a wife to an insanely handsome jingle writer. She started her blog, MomSpark.net, in 2008 as a way to connect with fellow moms who were experiencing the same joys and challenges of parenting. Mom Spark now consists of three writers and has a wide range of articles for moms that include recipes, product reviews, arts & crafts, travel, blogging advice, as well as an active community forum. Amy also manages Mom Spark Media, which teaches mom bloggers how to further their blogging paths by offering instructional classes and unique opportunities to work with brands.

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  2. Michelle says:

    We make visits to the local planetarium and we placed glow in the dark stars on the ceiling, in a similar way to the real night sky.