More Pokémon and a limited edition Pikachu are coming to Pokémon GO
Niantic has announced the much anticipated update to Pokémon GO that adds some Johto Region Pokémon to the game. Also, a limited edition Pikachu will be available all over the world and these Pikachu are wearing a festive hat to celebrate the Christmas season. More Pokémon and a limited editi...
Special-Edition Pokémon GO Frappuccino / 7,800 Starbucks stores turned into PokéStops or Gyms
Niantic and Starbucks have announced the Special-Edition Pokémon GO Frappuccino and that approximately 7,800 Starbucks stores in the United States will begin to turn into PokéStops or Gyms starting on December 8th, 2016. Hello, Starbucks! Trainers, We are happy to announce that Starbucks is ...
Sprint the first Pokémon GO United States partner
Niantic and Sprint announced at a combined press conference that 10,500 Sprint locations in the United States will become PokéStops and Gyms. Sprint as the first Pokémon GO United States partner Trainers, As we race towards 2017, we wanted to take a moment and thank you for your support. We’...
Pokémon GO Version 0.49.1 for Android and 1.19.1 for iOS / Sprint/Niantic Press Conference Announced
Niantic has released the patch notes for Pokémon GO and has updated the game to version 0.49.1 for Android and 1.19.1 for iOS. It was also announced that Sprint and Niantic will hold a joint press conference to discuss Pokémon Go and Sprint. Marcelo Claure, CEO of Sprint and John Hanke, CEO of Niant...
Influence of Pokémon Go on Physical Activity: Study and Implications
A study written by Althoff T, White RW and Horvitz E of the Computer Science Department, Stanford University and Microsoft Research was published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research on December 6th, 2016. The full study is available here. A summary of the studies findings are listed below. ...
Ditto Now Available in Pokémon GO / Nearby Feature Expanded to New Areas / CP Adjustments
Niantic and The Pokémon Company International announced that Ditto is now available in Pokémon GO. The Nearby feature has expanded to new area of the world and there has been some CP changes. DITTO TO REVEAL ITSELF IN POKÉMON GO Elusive, Shape-Shifting Pokémon Known to Disguise Itself as Other P...
Pokémon GO Thanksgiving Celebration / Launched in Middle East / 0.47.1 for Android / 1.17.0 for iOS
On November 17th, 2016, it was announced that Pokémon GO was available in eight new countries in the Middle East: Bahrain, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. On November 21st, 2016, Niantic announced that a special celebration for Pokémon GO that will doub...
Pokémon GO adds Daily Bonuses
Niantic announced a new feature for Pokémon GO adding Daily Bonuses to encourage players to login and play the game daily. More bonuses, more fun! Daily bonuses are coming... Trainers, We want to provide you a detailed look at a new feature coming soon to Pokémon GO - Daily bonuses! Trainers...
Nintendo Earnings Release for the Six-Month Period Ended September 2016
When Nintendo, Niantic and The Pokémon Company announced that they would bring a mainstream Pokémon game to the Apple iOS and Google Android mobile phone market, there was much speculation that this was Nintendo finally caving to public pressure to finally release games on non-Nintendo manufactured ...
Pokémon GO updated to version 0.43.3 for Android and 1.13.3 for iOS
A new update for Pokémon GO is now available for iOS and Android. Details of the update were announced on Niantic's site. Pokémon GO updated to version 0.43.3 for Android and 1.13.3 for iOS Trainers, Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.43.3 for Android and 1.13.3 for i...
Pokémon GO - Halloween
Niantic announced a new promotion for Halloween 2016 that takes place from October 26th, 2016 until November 1st, 2016. Halloween is approaching... Trick-or-Treat, Trainers! It’s Halloween season and we have a treat for you! From October 26th to November 1st, you’ll earn double the amount of Can...
Pokémon GO updated to version 0.41.2 for Android and 1.11.2 for iOS
A new update for Pokémon GO is now available for iOS and Android. Details of the update were announced on Niantic's site. Pokémon GO updated to version 0.41.2 for Android and 1.11.2 for iOS Trainers, Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.41.2 for Android and 1.11.2 for iOS d...
New Capture Bonus to Increase the Odds of Catching Rare Pokémon in Pokémon GO
Niantic announced that a new Capture Bonus to increase the odds of catching rare Pokémon in Pokémon GO will be coming to the game soon. Earn a New Capture Bonus to Increase the Odds of Catching Rare Pokémon Trainers, We want to give you a sneak peek of a feature coming soon to Pokémon GO. We...
Pokémon GO version 0.39.0 for Android and 1.9.0 for iOS
A new update for Pokémon GO is now available for iOS and Android. Details of the update were announced on Niantic's site. Pokémon GO updated to version 0.39.0 for Android and 1.9.0 for iOS Trainers, Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.39.0 for Android and 1.9.0 for iOS dev...
Pokémon GO version 0.37.0 for Android and 1.7.0 for iOS
A new update for Pokémon GO is now available for iOS and Android. Details of the update were announced on Niantic's site. Buddy Pokémon and other updates in Pokémon GO version 0.37.0 for Android and 1.7.0 for iOS Trainers, Pokémon GO is in the process of being updated to version 0.37.0 for Andro...
Pokémon GO hits 500 million downloads / Pokémon GO Plus for Apple Watch
On September 7th, 2016, Apple had a Special Event at San Francisco’s Bill Graham Civic Auditorium where they announced some their new products for the upcoming year. At the event, Niantic CEO John Hanke had a segment during the presentation where he discussed the current status of Pokémon GO. ...
Pokémon GO now Permanently Banning Cheaters
The official Pokémon GO website has updated to include information about banning cheaters. Various methods of cheating are specifically indicated but those that have been banned by accident can appeal their ban. In the past few weeks, players of the game have been using unauthorized methods to play ...
Maintaining and Running the Pokémon GO Service
Niantic recently posted a blog article to update players on their server stabilizing efforts and the game launch in new countries. The blog post explains why 3rd party apps and services are being blocked by Niantic. Update on Maintaining and Running the Pokémon GO Service As some of you may have...
Pokémon GO Patches - Version 0.31.0 for Android and 1.1.0 for iOS
Pokémon GO had its first major patch posted on August 1st, 2016 for iOS and July 30th, 2016 for Android. Pokémon GO has been updated to version 0.31.0 for Android and 1.1.0 for iOS. Below are some of the release notes from this update: - Avatars can now be re-customized from the Trainer profile s...
Nintendo Delays Pokémon GO Plus accessory until September 2016
Nintendo confirmed today that the Pokémon GO Plus accessory, which was originally scheduled to be released near the end of July 2016, will be delayed until September 2016. The #PokemonGO Plus accessory will now be released Sept 2016 instead of the originally expected end of July launch. http...
