ToupTek Astro StellavIta App 2.0 Android version is now live. With more advanced user interface design and features, StellaVita provides astrophotographers with one App to control the entire astrophotography system.

Part 1: StellaVita App 2.0 - A Smart All-in-One App for Astronomical Imaging

Stable Connections Built for Real-World Astronomical Imaging

ToupTek Astro StellaVita App 2.0 is designed for real astrophotography sessions - long nights under the stars, where reliability matters.

·         Control multiple devices at the same time with stable connections

• Smooth, responsive operation during long imaging sessions
• Reduced risk of disconnections, freezes, or interrupted workflows

Broad Compatibility for Astronomical Equipment Through an Open Ecosystem 

ToupTek Astro StellaVita uses an open architecture to work with a wide range of astrophotography equipment.

• Native SDK support and INDI platform compatibility
• Supports equatorial mounts, astronomy cameras, DSLRs/mirrorless cameras, filter wheels, and focusers
• Continuously tested and updated as new devices and firmware are released

This makes StellaVita suitable for both beginner setups and advanced, expandable systems.

Part 2: A Cleaner, More Intuitive StellaVita App Interface for Astrophotography

Reorganized Information Structure

Key controls and information are arranged to match real imaging workflows, reducing unnecessary navigation.

Optimized Interaction Design

• Clear, visual icons that are easy to recognize in low-light conditions
• Immediate visual feedback for every operation
• High-frequency operations grouped together to reduce screen switching

• Step-by-step guidance and process prompts integrated directly into the workflow

 

Smart Status Recognition and Proactive Feedback

The StellaVita app actively informs you when attention is needed.

• Device status is color-coded for instant recognition
• Green: Normal
• Red: Error
• Gray: Disconnected

• Real-time prompts during astronomical shooting, guiding calibration, and polar alignment
• Clear visibility into progress, error margins, and system readiness

 

Part 3: Core Astrophotography Functions with Clear Guidance in StellaVita App 2.0

1. Auto-Recognition & One-Tap Connection

• Automatic detection of connected devices
• One-tap connection for fast setup
• Slide-out panel for quick access to devices and settings
• Settings are saved to avoid repeated configuration
• Dedicated support for iOptron “Mechanical Zero Position Calibration” mode

 

2. Manual Focus with Dual-Mode Live View

• Single Frame and Live Video focusing modes
• Clear visual feedback of focus state and step size
• Adjustable controls via slider or numeric input

• Separate coarse and fine controls for faster focusing
• Step-by-step feedback during auto-focus operations

3. Polar Alignment with Reduced Tracking Error

• One-tap mount control to start polar alignment

• Guided three-step alignment process

• Countdown timers and stage prompts for accuracy
• High-contrast arrows and color cues show adjustment direction and amount

4. Star Map: Targeting and Framing Made Simple

• Upgraded object information panel

• Altitude curves show optimal imaging windows
• Displays civil, nautical, and astronomical twilight

• Lunar altitude curve to evaluate moonlight impact

Extended Star Map Features

• Multiple target selection methods: tap, search, or through Compass

• Two-finger framing with Center Simulation for one-tap GOTO framing
• Support for frame rotation, real-time FOV display, and RA/Dec/Magnitude 

• One-tap workflow: Target → Frame → Add to shooting plan
• Quick access paths: “Tonight’s Best,” “History,” and “My Favorite”

Coming soon: user-submitted reference images with attribution for framing previews.

 

5. Guiding Calibration for Stable Tracking

• Multi-star guiding for improved accuracy
• Automatic calibration once stars are detected clearly
• One-tap clearing of historical data
• Multiple visualization options: error curves, scatter plots, star maps, and direction charts
• Real-time monitoring of key metrics such as Star SNR and Mass
• Optional minimalist guiding interface for focused monitoring

 

6. Capture Plan: From Test Frames to All-Night Astrophotography Sessions

Single Frame

• Fast setup for exposure and gain
• Clear shooting progress display

Capture Plan

• Three-level structure: Target → Tasks → Global Settings
• Visual altitude timeline for planning shot order
• Status indicators (Pending / Running / Completed)
• Estimated duration and overall progress tracking
• Real-time execution overview pop-ups
• Quick access to file browser and image previews
• Thumbnail and parsed image previews
• Re-frame or import results directly into plans
• Pause and resume controls for flexible overnight imaging
• Easy sharing and exporting of results
• Supports MP4 and SER video recording with in-app playback

 

StellaVita App 2.0 — A System-Level Upgrade for More Reliable Astronomical Imaging Sessions

ToupTek Astro StellaVita App 2.0 is refined through real shooting scenarios, developed in collaboration with astrophotographers worldwide.

It is designed to make complex astrophotography workflows more accessible, organized, efficient and enjoyable.

 

Download Link:

ToupTek Astro Website:https://www.touptek-astro.com/downloads/?atfWidgetNav=box_Android

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/search?q=StellaVita&c=apps