How to become Pokémon GO Expert Handler

Catching Pokémon has never felt more real than in the Pokémon GO AR+ update for newer iPhones and iPads running iOS 11. Instead of just throwing Poké Balls at wild Pokémon, you'll be able to track them down in tall grass and sneak up so close that you can almost touch them. Not only is … Continue reading How to become Pokémon GO Expert Handler

Everything you need to know about catching in Pokémon GO’s new AR+ mode (iOS only)

Bring Pokémon GO to the real world like never before. AR+ mode is an enhanced version of Pokémon GO’s augmented reality feature in which Pokémon appear anchored to your real-world environment right in front of you. You can walk right up to a Pokémon for a chance at an Excellent Throw bonus or the perfect … Continue reading Everything you need to know about catching in Pokémon GO’s new AR+ mode (iOS only)

Official list of affected iOS devices no longer supported by Pokémon GO

In an upcoming update, Pokémon GO will be ending support for Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11. This change is anticipated to take effect on February 28, 2018. After that date, Trainers will no longer be able to access Pokémon GO using any of the affected devices listed below. Affected devices: The … Continue reading Official list of affected iOS devices no longer supported by Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO will still support Apple devices with iOS 9 “at this point”

In an upcoming update to Pokémon GO, developer Niantic will end support for Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11, such as iPhone 5 and iPhone 5c models. This change will take effect on February 28, 2018. After that date, Trainers using affected devices may no longer be able to access their Pokémon … Continue reading Pokémon GO will still support Apple devices with iOS 9 “at this point”

Pokémon GO officially discontinuing support on Apple devices incapable of upgrading to iOS 11

Pokémon GO is discontinuing support on Apple devices that are not capable of upgrading to iOS 11. The official announcement for the development team at Niantic is as follows: Trainers, In an upcoming update to Pokémon GO, we will end support for Apple devices not capable of upgrading to iOS 11, such as iPhone 5 … Continue reading Pokémon GO officially discontinuing support on Apple devices incapable of upgrading to iOS 11

New Pokémon GO AR+ mode screenshots of Pidgey from different angles, including from behind

Pokémon GO players around the world running iOS 11 on iPhone 6s and newer models can now experience the new AR+ mode in Pokémon GO. Since Pokémon remain in a fixed position, you can fully move around it in 360 degrees for photos, including taking a picture from behind a Pokémon or from any angle, as … Continue reading New Pokémon GO AR+ mode screenshots of Pidgey from different angles, including from behind

New Pokémon GO AR+ mode is not compatible with iPhone 6 or older iOS devices

Earlier today, Niantic said that the new Pokémon GO AR+ mode is compatible with iPhone 6; however, the developer has since corrected this mistake by clarifying that the new mode is only compatible with iPhone 6s or newer iOS devices running iOS 11. The updated post is as follows: Pokémon GO is in the process of being … Continue reading New Pokémon GO AR+ mode is not compatible with iPhone 6 or older iOS devices

New Pokémon AR+ mode now live for Apple iPhone 6 users with iOS 11 or above

Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.87.5 for Android and 1.57.5 for iOS devices. Official details from the Pokémon GO development team are as follows: Added the all-new AR+ encounter mode for Trainers on ARKit-enabled devices (iPhone 6s or later) running iOS11. Improved Pokémon GO Plus responsiveness on devices running … Continue reading New Pokémon AR+ mode now live for Apple iPhone 6 users with iOS 11 or above