JFK Moonshot: An Augmented Rea

John F. Kennedy Library Foundation

About this app

Using the latest in augmented reality technology, we immerse users into 1969 with a full-scale recreation of the Saturn V rocket and a 5-day real-time tracking simulation of the mission and moon landing. Users can take a deeper dive into President Kennedy’s vision with interactive AR games, archival NASA footage and educational multimedia experiences.

Ratings and reviews

I'm giving this 5 stars based purely on its potential and premise. I am able to place the rocket, but as soon as I begin to examine it, the app closes. I went to the FAQ on their Website, and it indicates the phones/systems on which the app will run. My Galaxy S7 Edge is not among them. That being the case, I felt it would be unfair to give it one star, but still wanted to be able to let others know in case it explains your crashes.

Needs some work. This is not the worst AR I've encountered, but for what it is, it should definitely be better. It crashes too often, the controls don't respond to touches, and it's just a poorly put together historical experience. Before anyone says it's the phone, I have played several AR games on this phone with much better results.

Works great on my galaxy s10. I wish there were more apps like this. AR is truly bringing history to life. To the Devs, I recommend adding something for the homescreen as well including a launch countdown and flight tracker once the rocket launches. To make it easier on people who wish to experience events in real time.