SkyScout combines GPS technology(which gives time, date & user location) with software calculating positions of objects for that moment and 3 axis sensors measuring gravitational and magnetic fields to determine the true orientation of the SkyScout relative to the earth.
"Tonight's Must-See List"
When SkyScout is activated, it tells the user the 10 'coolest' things to observe that evening-employing internal GPS to automatically customize the information to the user's location.
"Constellation Lessons"
If the user is looking at a star that is a part of a constellation, the SkyScout informs the user of this, shows a picture of the constellation & helps the user locate the other stars of the constellation.
Updatable Software & Data
A USB port is included for periodic updates of operating software, as well as the ability to download new data from celestial objects like the Space Shuttle or passing comets.
SD SkyTour Content Cards
An SD card slot exists for additional content offerings, such as "Astronomy for Kids".
Tripod-Mountable
The bottom of the device has a 1/4"-20 threaded socket so that it can be attached to a tripod, a telescope's piggypack camera mount, etc.