Hi there! I understand that you can see rocket bodies and satellites in your SkyView app, but your wife’s app doesn’t show them. Let's see if we can figure out what might be causing this difference.

First, can you tell me if both of you are using the exact same version of the SkyView app? Sometimes features vary with app updates. Also, are the location permissions and settings similar on both iPhones? The app might filter objects based on location or permissions.

Here’s what we can try step-by-step to troubleshoot:

1. Verify Versions: Check that both iPhones have the latest version of SkyView installed from the App Store.

2. Location Settings: Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services and ensure SkyView has permission to access location "While Using the App" on both phones.

3. SkyView Settings: Open SkyView on your wife’s phone and look for settings related to tracking satellites or "Rocket Bodies." Make sure these features are enabled.

4. App Restart: After verifying settings, close and restart the SkyView app to refresh its data.

5. Reinstall the App: If the issue persists, uninstall and reinstall SkyView on her device. This helps clear any corrupted settings.

6. Network Connection: Ensure both devices have internet access as satellite databases are often updated online.

7. If after these steps her app still does not show the rocket bodies and satellites, it could be due to regional filtering or a bug affecting the app on her device, especially since you are both on iOS 18.7.

Please try these out and let me know what you find. I’m here to help you get this fixed!

Item number one and two are good. Item number three. I cannot find the setting relating to rockets and satellites unless it is hidden somewhere.

Thanks for checking on that. It sounds like the specific setting for showing rocket bodies and satellites might not be very obvious in the app.

From what I’ve gathered, the option to toggle visibility of these objects might be contained under a section that isn't explicitly labeled "rockets" or "satellites" in the settings, or it might be part of a data download or restore function in the app.

Here’s what I recommend trying next:

1. Open SkyView on your wife’s iPhone.

2. Tap the menu icon (usually three horizontal lines) in the upper-left corner to open the sidebar menu.

3. Look for a section called "Downloads," "Data," or "Restore." For example, in older versions of SkyView, satellite data can be restored or re-downloaded from a “Restore All” button in this section.

4. If you find a “Restore All” or “Download Satellites” option, tap that to refresh the satellite and rocket body data.

5. After that completes, restart the app and see if the satellites and rocket bodies appear.

If you don’t see any such options, or the satellites still don’t show, it’s possible that the app version on your wife’s phone has a bug or specific settings have been hidden or disabled.

One more thing — check under SkyView’s app settings for any toggles related to "Visible Object Types" or “Filters” where you might enable or disable specific categories such as satellites, planets, or debris.

If none of these options help, you can try reinstalling the app on her device, as this often resets hidden or corrupted settings.

Let me know what you find, and we can go further from there!

SkyView app user guide for rocket and satellite features

Thanks for your patience! I found some useful details related to SkyView’s satellite and rocket features in their user manuals and guides.

According to the SkyView Light User Manual (as referenced in a similar app Night Sky 8), there is usually a setting to "Show Satellites" which, when enabled, also gives you an option to toggle “Rocket Bodies” visibility. So these options are often bundled together in the app’s settings.

Here’s what you can try on your wife’s iPhone SkyView app:

1. Open SkyView and go to the settings menu (often a gear icon or via the sidebar menu).
2. Look for an option labeled “Show Satellites” or “Satellite Tracking.”
3. When you enable “Show Satellites,” it should reveal a secondary toggle or checkbox for “Rocket Bodies” or “Rocket Debris.”
4. Turn on both toggles if they are off.
5. Restart the app so these settings take effect.

If you don’t find these exact labels, keep an eye out for similarly worded options related to satellites, space debris, or visible objects.

If toggling these options still doesn’t reveal the rocket bodies and satellites on her app, the next step would be to reinstall the app to ensure all feature data downloads properly.

Here’s a helpful video tutorial link on using SkyView for iPhone that might give you a visual guide on where these settings reside: How To Use The Skyview Stargazing App For The iPhone Users Guide [6]

Would you like me to guide you through locating these settings step-by-step?

SkyView app user guide for rocket and satellite features

Thanks for your patience! Based on the search results and similar user manuals, here’s a concise guide to the rocket and satellite features in the SkyView app on iPhone running iOS 18.7:

1. Open the SkyView app on your wife’s iPhone.

2. Tap the settings icon (usually a gear) or open the sidebar menu to find app settings.

3. Look for an option labeled "Show Satellites" or something similar. This is the primary toggle to enable satellite tracking.

4. Once "Show Satellites" is enabled, an additional toggle should appear labeled "Rocket Bodies" or "Rocket Debris." This allows you to include visible rocket bodies alongside satellites.

5. Enable both toggles to view satellites and rocket bodies.

6. If these options are not visible directly, check if you can restore or download satellite data under a “Restore” or “Downloads” section in the menu.

7. After enabling the settings, restart the app to ensure they take effect.

If these steps don’t make the rocket bodies and satellites appear on your wife’s SkyView app, I’d recommend uninstalling and reinstalling the app to reset the data and settings.

You can also explore the SkyView Satellite Guide app on the App Store, which focuses on satellite tracking if you want a dedicated satellite tracker2.

If you want, I can guide you step-by-step through the app itself to locate these settings. How would you like to proceed?

SkyView app user guide for rocket and satellite features

Thanks for your persistence! Based on the latest info, it seems that the original SkyView app includes satellite and rocket body tracking features but doesn’t have a very detailed official user guide specifically for these. However, the related app called SkyView Satellite Guide is focused on spotting satellites, including things like the International Space Station and rocket bodies. It identifies over 20,000 satellites and space debris by pointing your iPhone to the sky1 6.

For the SkyView app on your wife’s iPhone, here’s a consolidated approach:

1. In the main SkyView app, satellite and rocket bodies are usually included in the “Show Satellites” setting or similar toggle, but these might be subtle or grouped under filters for visible objects.

2. If you want to be sure to track satellites and rocket bodies effectively, consider downloading the SkyView Satellite Guide app which focuses exclusively on this feature.

3. There is no extensive in-app “rocket and satellite” user guide for the original app, but many users rely on online videos and forums for tips (for example, searching YouTube for SkyView satellite tracking tutorials).

If you prefer, I can help guide you through trying the Satellite Guide app or walk through the original app’s menus again together to double-check the satellite settings.

Would you like to try that?

Can SkyView app track International Space Station?

Great question! Yes, the SkyView app can track the International Space Station (ISS). When you point your iPhone’s camera at the sky within the app, it can identify satellites including the ISS and other prominent objects like the Hubble Space Telescope. This feature helps you see real-time positions of these satellites as they pass overhead1 4 9.

If you want, I can guide you through enabling and using this tracking feature on your wife’s iPhone SkyView app. Would you like to try that?

Common issues with SkyView app satellite tracking

Thanks for asking about common issues with the SkyView app’s satellite tracking. From what I’ve seen, here are some frequent problems users encounter and ways to fix or work around them on iPhone iOS 18.7:

1. Misaligned or Displaced Objects: Sometimes the satellites or rockets appear slightly off from their real sky positions. This usually happens if the app’s calibration with your phone’s compass or gyroscope is off.
- Try manually calibrating the app by moving your iPhone in a figure-8 motion to reset the compass sensors.
- Also, make sure your phone’s Location Services and Compass permissions are enabled for SkyView.
- You can try the “Calibrate” option within SkyView’s settings or tap a “Compass Calibration” button if available1 10.

2. Magnetic Interference: Keep in mind that phone cases with magnets (like wallet cases) or nearby electronic devices can interfere with compass accuracy, causing tracking issues. Removing the case temporarily has helped some users fix the problem3.

3. Tracking Not Showing Satellites: If satellites or rocket bodies are missing entirely, verify that the relevant toggles are enabled in the app’s settings (“Show Satellites” and “Rocket Bodies” toggles). Also, ensure the app is updated to the latest version. Sometimes reinstalling the app clears corrupted data causing missing objects4.

4. Temporary Glitches or Bugs: Since the app relies heavily on live sensor data and internet updates, occasional bugs may appear. Restarting the app or your phone often fixes these glitches.

5. Internet Connection: The SkyView app downloads current satellite data from servers. A poor internet connection can prevent accurate or updated satellite info from loading.

If you want, I can help you step-by-step to manually calibrate your wife’s iPhone with SkyView or guide you through checking the settings to ensure satellites and rocket bodies are displayed correctly.

Are you satisfied with this overview or would you like help with a specific step?