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The eZipSky Interactive SkyEngine

The eZipSky Interactive SkyEngine is a revolutionary new tool for observational astronomy. With nothing more than a simple text message, you can receive immediate viewing instructions for stars, planets, constellations, satellites, and more right on your cell phone, customized for your time and location. For example, to find out how to see the constellation Orion right now from your zip code 22044, simply send the following text message to the phone number 368266:

     ezipsky 22044 orion

In a few moments you will receive a reponse describing exactly where to look to see Orion. If Orion is not currently visible from your location, you will find out when (if ever) it will rise, and when it will set.

Unlike a printed star chart, the eZipSky Interactive SkyEngine sends you results customized for your zipcode and for the exact time you send the message. And because you can use the SkyEngine right from your cell phone, you can get detailed customized instructions while you're outside under the night sky.