New Pokémon GO update announced for iOS and Android, versions 1.49.2 and 0.79.2

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A new update is on its way to Pokémon GO, bringing the immensely-popular mobile game to versions 1.49.2 and 0.79.2 on iOS and Android, respectively. According to official release notes, this patch implements a number of bug fixes. Pokémon GO developer Niantic recently teased that highly-anticipated features, including Gen 3 Pokémon and PvP battling, are coming soon. … Continue reading New Pokémon GO update announced for iOS and Android, versions 1.49.2 and 0.79.2

Pokémon GO developer Niantic teases that Gen 3 and PvP battling are coming soon

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During a recent interview with the Taiwanese magazine Business Weekly, Niantic CEO John Hanke spoke about upcoming plans for Pokémon GO and provided updates about new Pokémon, the ability to battle other players and other social features. "There is a lot of Pokémon that have not yet been launched," Hanke said. "So I think the … Continue reading Pokémon GO developer Niantic teases that Gen 3 and PvP battling are coming soon

CNN says Pokémon GO was used by Russian-linked meddling, Niantic responds

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The following video and excerpts come from an article posted on CNN today, October 12: One Russian-linked campaign posing as part of the Black Lives Matter movement used Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Tumblr and Pokémon Go and even contacted some reporters in an effort to exploit racial tensions and sow discord among Americans, CNN has … Continue reading CNN says Pokémon GO was used by Russian-linked meddling, Niantic responds

First-ever Pokémon GO AR Photo Contest now underway, gifts prizes worth $240 each

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From now until 11:59 p.m. PDT on Oct. 25, 2017, Pokémon GO developer Niantic wants you to share your most epic Pokémon GO AR photos on Instagram with the hashtag #PokemonGOcontest. A total of 10 winners will receive a Pokémon GO Prize Pack, which includes a Pokémon GO Plus, a poster autographed by the Niantic team and one pair … Continue reading First-ever Pokémon GO AR Photo Contest now underway, gifts prizes worth $240 each

First-ever Pokémon GO AR Photo Contest announced, kicks off tonight and gifts prizes worth $240 each

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From 12 a.m. PDT on Oct. 11, 2017, to 11:59 p.m. PDT on Oct. 25, 2017, Pokémon GO developer Niantic wants you to share your most epic Pokémon GO AR photos on Instagram with the hashtag #PokemonGOcontest. Ten winners will get a Pokémon GO Prize Pack, which includes a Pokémon GO Plus, a poster autographed … Continue reading First-ever Pokémon GO AR Photo Contest announced, kicks off tonight and gifts prizes worth $240 each

New Pokémon GO update now live, adds confirmation dialogue, alters costumed Pokémon option, resolves bugs and more

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Pokémon GO has officially been updated to version 0.77.1 for Android and 1.47.1 for iOS devices. Below are some release notes and comments from the Pokémon GO development team at Niantic: A confirmation dialogue now appears when attempting to transfer costumed Pokémon. Costumed Pokémon can no longer be mass-transferred. Resolved a bug causing occasional network errors while battling in … Continue reading New Pokémon GO update now live, adds confirmation dialogue, alters costumed Pokémon option, resolves bugs and more

Pokémon GO video: Advanced Gym Strategy

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In Pokémon GO, players are encouraged to visit Gyms – which are found at interesting places like museums, art installations, historical markers and monuments – to stock up on Poké Balls and helpful items. As your Charmander evolves to Charmeleon and then Charizard, you can battle together to defeat a Gym and assign your Pokémon to … Continue reading Pokémon GO video: Advanced Gym Strategy

Video: Learn all about Visiting Gyms in Pokémon GO

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In Pokémon GO, players are encouraged to visit Gyms - which are found at interesting places like museums, art installations, historical markers and monuments - to stock up on Poké Balls and helpful items. As your Charmander evolves to Charmeleon and then Charizard, you can battle together to defeat a Gym and assign your Pokémon … Continue reading Video: Learn all about Visiting Gyms in Pokémon GO