Niantic reveals full patch notes for new Pokémon GO update version 1.129 and 0.163 on iOS and Android

Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to a new version across all capable iOS and Android devices. Version 1.129 and 0.163 is being rolled out to iOS and Android devices, respectively. According to patch notes from the development team at Niantic, the latest update implements various bug fixes and improvements for an overall smoother experience.

0.163 Release Notes

Note: For Apple Users, this release will show as version 1.129 in the App Store.

Last updated: December 13, 2019

Release notes may be posted before the release is available to all players. Please check your app store for the latest version of Pokémon GO available to you.

Updates

Team GO Rocket battles will now remember the last used Battle party. This is saved for each Team GO Rocket Grunt type and each Team Go Rocket Leader.
Added new winter loading screen
The Super Rocket Radar is no longer a deletable item, and will not count toward Bag space
New ways to interact with Buddy Pokémon

Bug Fixes

Improved considerable lag when selecting a Battle Party before combat or through Pokémon storage party tab
Fixed some Adventure Sync stability issues
Clicking the link to enable Adventure Sync on the fitness rewards screen now leads to the settings menu
Fixed Team GO Rocket music issues
Right-to-left languages now appear correctly when appraising a Pokémon

Known Issues

Please see our Known Issues page for a regularly updated list of issues currently being investigated by our engineering team. Please note that this is not a comprehensive list of all issues we are aware of or working to fix, but rather a list of issues currently affecting the most number of players.

Current and Upcoming Events

There is always something fun going on in Pokémon GO! Join us for events like Community Day, Raid Hours, and special themed events where you can encounter Pokémon and enjoy bonuses. Check our blog by visiting pokemongolive.com for a list of events!

Source: Official Pokémon GO support page