Who should buy it?
We certainly can’t speak to how well the Plus works, but if you’re looking to play Pokemon Go with a competitive edge or for it to completely replace the time spent on your phone, then you shouldn’t buy it. You can still fail to catch a Pokemon with it, and there are still plenty of functions you’ll need to do with your actual phone. It does, however, sound like it could be useful for Pokemon Go diehard fans who run, hike, or, more importantly, don’t want to walk into benches and poles.
How can I get one?
The Plus drops on September 16 for $35, but preorders are currently unavailable in most retail stores. Amazon, GameStop, and others sold out quickly, and it wasn’t long before the Plus started popping up on eBay with a price tag north of $100 US–a handful were even priced higher than $200. It’s currently unclear if more stock of the accessory will be made available at launch or if the initial supply will only go to fulfilling preorders.
What else should I know?
Pokemon Go and Plus compatibility ranges from iPhone 5 devices and up with at least iOS 8-9 installed. Android devices that have 2 GB RAM or more with Android 4.4-6.0 installed are also compatible. Bluetooth Smart version 4.0 or higher is required as well.
In similar news – it was announced at the recent iPhone 7 reveal event that Pokemon Go is coming to Apple Watch by the end of this year. It offers more features than the Plus, but you’ll need to own (or buy) a still pricey Apple Watch. It displays how far you need to walk to hatch eggs, the amount of XP needed to level up, and nearby Pokemon. You can also collect items and keep track of your distance walked and calories burned. Apple Watch Series 1 currently starts at $359, with Series 2 at $489.
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