Pokemon Go device launched in Japan
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Hundreds of people have stood in long lines outside Japanese stores to buy the Pokemon Go Plus device.
In Osaka, around 700 people waited outside a Pokemon Centre shop to buy the device when the store opened at 0800, two hours earlier than usual.
Pokemon Go Plus allows Pokemon Go players to interact with the mobile game without looking at the phone.
“(Using the peripheral gear), Pokemon hunting will speed up because I don’t have to stare at the (Smartphone) screen. I want to get them (Pokemon monsters) one after another,” said Kana Sugiura, 29, who was waiting outside the store, to Japanese news agency Kyodo.
Pokemon Go Plus is a gadget similar to a wristwatch but attached with a clip that connects to the game.
The device, which costs around US$35 (A$47), is connected to the mobile phone via Bluetooth, and through a led light (green or blue) and vibrations notify the player when there is a ‘poke stop’ or a Pokemon nearby, which can then be captured by pressing the device button without any need for the phone.
The peripheral add-on is available from Friday in most countries – including Australia, said game developer Niantic in a statement.
Questions & Answers
Q.When was the Pokemon Go Plus device available for purchase in most countries?
When was the Pokemon Go Plus device available for purchase in most countries?
The peripheral add-on was made available from Friday in most countries, including Australia. This information was shared in a statement from game developer Niantic.
Q.What is the primary function of the Pokemon Go Plus device for players?
What is the primary function of the Pokemon Go Plus device for players?
The device allows players to interact with the mobile game without constantly looking at their phone. It notifies them of nearby 'poke stops' or Pokemon through lights and vibrations.
Q.How many people queued for the device at the Osaka Pokemon Centre?
How many people queued for the device at the Osaka Pokemon Centre?
Around 700 people waited outside the Pokemon Centre shop in Osaka when it opened. The store opened two hours earlier than its usual time.
Q.How does the Pokemon Go Plus connect to a player's mobile phone?
How does the Pokemon Go Plus connect to a player's mobile phone?
The gadget connects to the mobile phone via Bluetooth. It is similar to a wristwatch but has a clip, and uses an LED light and vibrations to notify the player.
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