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Pokémon Go to Expand its Reach in the Community

The makers of Pokémon Go, touted for its potential to activate sedentary Americans since its release last year, will take more initiative to participate in community-based events.

May 11, 2017 - Fast Company Co.Design

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Academic Studies Find Plenty to Like About Pokémon Go

Nearly a year after Pokémon Go and its legion of devout fans hit the streets, researchers are starting to see societal benefits in augmented reality.

April 24, 2017 - Crosscut

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Sunday Pun-Day: 'Safety Is Nothing to Poké Fun At'

You might have guessed it from that scintillating headline, but a state department of transportation has introduced a Pokémon Go-themed back-to-school safety campaign.

September 11, 2016 - The Oregonian

Why Planners and Other Built Environment Professionals Should Pay Attention to Pokémon Go

Pokémon Go represents the coming of age of a powerful new technology: augmented reality. PIA Young Planner Nick Kamols applies a planner's perspective to what today's anime-based craze might tell us about what's coming tomorrow.

August 11, 2016 - LinkedIn

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Summer Fun: Pokémon GO and Minecraft for Young Urbanists

Do video games have anything to teach kids? Hazel Borys says yes, in moderation.

August 4, 2016 - PlaceShakers

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Planetizen Week in Review: July 18, 2016

The Planetizen Week in Review is back.

July 18, 2016 - Planetizen

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Time to Try Pokémon Go: Augmented Reality Connecting People to Places

Planners across the globe have been exploring opportunities to use augmented reality to enhance the way the public engages with the city. Over the last few days Pokémon Go took off, and now people are wandering across cities to catch Pokémon.

July 13, 2016 - Jennifer Evans-Cowley

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