New Pokémon GO update 1.67.1 and 0.95.3 now live on iOS and Android, required for new research features and catching Mew

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Pokémon GO has been updated to version 1.67.1 and 0.95.3 across iOS and Android devices respectively. This update prepares the immensely-popular mobile game for the new research features launching this Friday, March 30. Official patch notes from the development team at Niantic are as follows:

Version 1.67.1 (iOS)

  • Introduced the new Field Research and Special Research feature that encourages Trainers to complete objectives to earn unique rewards.
  • Trainers can now discover the Mythical Pokémon Mew for the first time with Special Research!
  • Various bug fixes and performance updates.

Version 0.95.3 (Android)

  • Facebook credentials can now be used to log into the app via the ‘Account’ section in Settings.
  • Various bug fixes and performance updates.