Video: How to use Pokemon GO Plus

The recently-released Pokemon GO Plus allows you to enjoy Pokemon GO without having to look at your smartphone. The device connects to a smartphone via Bluetooth and notifies you about certain in-game events, such as the appearance of a Pokemon nearby, using an LED and vibration. To learn how to set it up and use … Continue reading Video: How to use Pokemon GO Plus

Pokemon GO could come to more smart watches, including Android Wear

Pokemon GO was recently confirmed for Apple Watch, but what about other smart watches? Niantic CEO John Hanke has assured fans that the popular mobile game could come to other wearable tech, such as Android Wear. "As other devices come on the market - if those are Android Wear devices or if they are devices from other … Continue reading Pokemon GO could come to more smart watches, including Android Wear

Vaporeon is the most popular Eevee evolution in Pokemon GO

There are currently three Eevee evolutions in Pokemon GO. Out of the three original - Vaporeon, Jolteon and Flareon - the Water type is the most popular one. This is based on the results of an official poll conducted by developer Niantic with more than 160,000 votes. Out of all the participants, a whopping 50 … Continue reading Vaporeon is the most popular Eevee evolution in Pokemon GO

Video: Pokemon GO Plus unboxing

The highly-anticipated Pokemon GO companion accessory, Pokemon GO Plus, is now available in stores for $34.99. To see what you get in the box and for a closer look at the device, check out the video below:

Pokemon GO Plus tracks distance walked in the background

The newly-released Pokemon GO Plus is capable of tracking distance walked when Pokemon GO is running in the background on your smartphone. While the mobile game is operating in the background, distance walked is applied toward hatching Pokemon Eggs and Candy earned for Buddy Pokemon. However, Pokemon GO Plus cannot provide alerts for any Pokemon … Continue reading Pokemon GO Plus tracks distance walked in the background

Video: Niantic CEO talks Pokemon GO, reveals which team he’s on

Niantic CEO John Hanke recently sat down with TechCrunch editor Greg Kumparak to discuss all things Pokemon GO. During the interview, Hanke reveals several interesting tidbits - such as how he sides with Team Instinct in the popular mobile game. Check out the video below to watch the interview in its entirety:

Pokemon GO Easter egg enables Pikachu to ride on your shoulder

Following the latest update for Pokemon GO, players can now choose one of their Pokemon as a buddy that appears alongside their Trainer avatar on their profile screen. If you select Pikachu as your Buddy Pokemon and walk at least 10 kilometers, it will hop on your shoulder when you view your Trainer details screen. Of course, … Continue reading Pokemon GO Easter egg enables Pikachu to ride on your shoulder

Pokemon GO is still the most profitable mobile game

Despite a significant drop in paying population, Pokemon GO is still the most profitable mobile game. Since its launch about two months ago, Niantic's mobile hit has already garnered six times the revenue made by the second most profitable game, according to data compiled by Slice Intelligence. Check out the chart above to see how in-game revenue … Continue reading Pokemon GO is still the most profitable mobile game