Pokémon GO launched in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand only a couple weeks ago and it’s already the most download title on Apple’s App Store ever. More countries have been getting in on the game since then, and with Japan launching Pokémon GO today it’s a safe bet downloads are going to just keep climbing. That popularity is no doubt translating into big bucks for Nintendo and Apple thanks to in-app purchases, and also potentially slimer waist lines for players who’re getting off their couches and roaming the streets looking for Bulbasaur and Pikachu to catch. If Pokémon GO’s downloads are any indication, we really do have to catch ’em all.
Check It Out: Pokémon GO Already the Most Downloaded iPhone App Ever
You hear about the “digital divide”, well Pokémon is digital crack. 😀
“STOP Pokemon Go”:
Via his listserve emailings, & on his website ( https://www.alfranken.com/landing/e160721/?subsource=ngpattre160721b ), Sen. Al Franken has called for public pressure on Nintendo/Niantic to clarify what personal security threats Pokemon Go may constitute: