New Pokémon GO update now live, adds support for iPhone X, removes iOS 8, improves load times and more

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Pokémon GO has officially been updated to version 0.83.1 for Android and 1.53.2 for iOS devices. Official details from the Pokémon GO development team at Niantic are as follows: Added support and made optimizations for the iPhone X screen resolution. Removed support for devices running iOS 8. Resolved a bug causing error banners to remain visible until the … Continue reading New Pokémon GO update now live, adds support for iPhone X, removes iOS 8, improves load times and more

App Store artwork for Pokémon GO Halloween 2017 features spooky hat Pikachu, Gengar, Sableye, Duskull and Misdreavus

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The official Apple Watch App Store has all but confirmed that Generation 3 Pokémon are coming soon to Pokémon GO, in addition to revealing a new spooky hat Pikachu for Pokémon GO’s Halloween 2017 celebration. You can check out the App Store artwork for Pokémon GO's upcoming Halloween event above, which displays Pikachu, Gengar, Sableye, Duskull and Misdreavus. The upcoming in-game … Continue reading App Store artwork for Pokémon GO Halloween 2017 features spooky hat Pikachu, Gengar, Sableye, Duskull and Misdreavus

Gen 3 Pokémon and spooky hat Pikachu leaked for Pokémon GO Halloween 2017 event

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The official Apple Watch App Store has all but confirmed that Generation 3 Pokémon are coming soon to Pokémon GO, in addition to revealing a new spooky hat Pikachu for Pokémon GO's Halloween 2017 celebration. You can see a screenshot of the updated listing in the image above, which displays Pikachu, Gengar, Sableye, Duskull and … Continue reading Gen 3 Pokémon and spooky hat Pikachu leaked for Pokémon GO Halloween 2017 event

Pokémon GO Plus users experiencing issues on Apple devices with iOS 11

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Pokémon GO developer Niantic has confirmed that Pokémon GO Plus users are experiencing issues with App devices upgraded to iOS 11. The developer is currently investigating this and has released the following statement regarding the matter: We are aware of an issue with the Pokémon GO Plus on Apple devices upgraded to iOS 11. As … Continue reading Pokémon GO Plus users experiencing issues on Apple devices with iOS 11

Pokémon GO is now officially enhanced with ARKit

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Unity Technologies, developer of the creation engine that powers the majority of all virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) video games, announced today support for iOS 11 and provides a best-in-class experience for ARKit development. Unity worked to ensure the latest features from iOS 11 and ARKit were supported, setting developers up for greater … Continue reading Pokémon GO is now officially enhanced with ARKit

New Pokémon iPhone cases feature Pikachu, Mimikyu, Eevee, Gengar and Mew

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A new batch of officially-licensed Pokémon phone cases has been revealed for iPhone customers in Japan. Designed for iPhone 7, 6s and 6, the new cases feature themes inspired by five iconic Pokémon - Pikachu, Eevee, Mew, Gengar and even Mimikyu from Pokémon Sun and Moon. To view individual pictures of each case, click here. … Continue reading New Pokémon iPhone cases feature Pikachu, Mimikyu, Eevee, Gengar and Mew

Pokémon GO developer Niantic discusses the future of augmented reality

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Pokémon GO developer Niantic has released a new blog post discussing the future of augmented reality (AR) and how it prefers it over virtual reality (VR). The following write-up comes from Niantic CEO John Hanke: Here at Niantic we are incredibly excited about the transformative power of augmented reality. Why? To populate the world with … Continue reading Pokémon GO developer Niantic discusses the future of augmented reality

New Legendary Raids help Pokémon GO make about $6 million a day

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The recent launch of Legendaries made Pokémon GO shoot up to the top of the “Highest Grossing” charts in app stores across the globe, but according to new data from Sensor Tower, Niantic’s immensely-popular mobile game just had its most profitable day since launch. The release of Legendaries has been immensely profitable for the game, … Continue reading New Legendary Raids help Pokémon GO make about $6 million a day