Pokémon GO update supports iPhone X, removes support for iOS 8

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  • Wednesday, November 22, 2017

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A new update for Pokémon GO that brings the game to version 0.83.1 (labelled 1.53.2 on the iOS App Store) is currently being rolled out for iOS and Android.

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The update adds support and makes optimizations for the iPhone X screen resolution. However, it also removes support for iOS 8. It also improves load times when opening the app.

Additionally, it fixes a number of bugs. It resolves a bug causing error banners to remain visible until the app is restarted, and a bug that prevented players from powering up Pokémon to their max CP. It also includes various other bug fixes and performance upgrades.

Patch notes

  • Added support and made optimizations for the iPhone X screen resolution.
  • Removed support for devices running iOS 8.
  • Resolved a bug causing error banners to remain visible until the app is restarted.
  • Resolved a bug that prevented Trainers from powering up Pokémon to their max CP.
  • Improved load times when you open the app.
  • Various bug fixes and performance updates.

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