A new update to Pokémon Go for iOS lets you run the game at higher frame rates. With version 1.191.0, the app's " advanced settings " section now includes an option that says " Unlock your device's native refresh rate for higher FPS ."
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Of course Pokémon Go isn't the most visually complex game, but there's a lot of scrolling and camera movement, and the smoother touch response is much better when you're performing a Pokéball throw with your finger.
Pokémon Go was previously locked to 30fps on iOS devices. Many Android phones are already capable of running the game at a higher frame rate, although on those devices, support may not be as successful. However, Pokémon Go has generally run better on Android devices until now.
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The new iOS feature isn't limited to the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max models, which are the only iPhones with 120Hz "ProMotion" displays. It also works on older 8 Plus models, where it's possible to unlock the frame rate, although the older A11 processor doesn't always maintain a consistent 60fps.
Niantic is n't doing much to promote this feature, which is disabled by default and isn't mentioned in the 1.191.0 release notes, beyond a vague reference to "various quality of life improvements."
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It's possible that enabling it for all users will cause complaints about battery life, given that Pokémon Go is already a pretty heavy app in that regard. But if that's not a concern for you, the new feature is worth trying out.
