Partners
Starbucks
- See also: Starbucks
Starbucks is a Partner of Pokemon Go in United States. Beginning on December 8, 2016, the 7,800 company-operated Starbucks stores in the US have transformed into PokeStops and Gyms. These locations will allow trainers to not only enjoy Iced Lattes but also engage with local Pokemon Go communities.
Additionally, players will be able to purchase special-edition Pokémon GO Frappuccino at these Starbucks locations for a limited time. The Pokemon GO Frappuccino starts with a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino blended beverage and raspberry syrup blended with freeze-dried whole blackberries and topped with whipped cream.
Starbucks is the 2nd Pokemon Go partner in United States.
On January 12, 2017, 5000+ additional Starbucks locations became PokeStops and Gyms.
Full Official Announcement
Hello, Starbucks!
Trainers,
We are happy to announce that Starbucks is now an official partner of Pokémon GO.
Starbucks has a long-standing commitment to providing spaces for social interaction and real-world community building in its extensive network of locations. We appreciate their role in creating safe, welcoming locations for people from all walks of life to come together for refreshment and social engagement. Starting 11 A.M. PST on December 8th, this new partnership will transform 7,800 company-operated Starbucks stores in the United States into PokéStops and Gyms, giving Trainers even more places to play and to engage with their local Pokémon GO communities. And to cap it all off, Starbucks is creating a special-edition Pokémon GO Frappuccino® for everyone!
Whether you’re on your daily morning commute or just out exploring your neighborhood with your loved ones, make sure you collect items from the new Starbucks PokéStops or battle in the new Gyms with your favorite Pokémon!
— The Pokémon GO team
Sprint
- See also: Sprint
Sprint is a Partner of Pokemon Go in United States. Beginning on December 12, 2016, the 10,500 Sprint, Boost Mobile and Sprint at Radioshack stores have transformed into PokeStops and Gyms. Sprint locations will also feature in-store charging stations to keep your Pokemon GO sessions going even longer. Sprint also brings a great network and an unlimited data plan to support your search for Pokemon no matter where they are hiding.
Sprint is the first Pokemon Go partner in United States and the exclusive mobile partner.
Full Official Announcement
Join us in welcoming Sprint as the first Pokémon GO United States partner Trainers,
As we race towards 2017, we wanted to take a moment and thank you for your support. We’re excited for December because we have a few new experiences and in-game events planned for you before wrapping up the year. While we cannot share all the details yet, keep an eye out on our social media channels on December 12th for details about the first addition of more Pokémon into Pokémon GO.
In addition, we are thrilled to announce that we are working with Sprint to create a special Pokémon GO experience at over 10,500 Sprint locations around the United States. As part of this collaboration, Sprint, Boost Mobile and Sprint at Radioshack stores will become PokéStops and Gyms, giving you even more places to stock up on Poké Balls and Razz Berries and to battle your friends. Sprint locations will also feature in-store charging stations to keep your Pokémon GO sessions going even longer. Sprint also brings a great network and an unlimited data plan to support your search for Pokémon no matter where they are hiding.
— John Hanke and the Pokémon GO team
