Pokemon GO can now track steps like a smartwatch or fitness band

Developer Niantic has just announced a new update for Pokemon GO, which brings the option to track players' activity without having the app opened. The update comes in the form of a software kit called Adventure Sync, Niantic's proprietary Real World Platform gameplay system.

The Adventure Sync is being implemented in Pokemon GO to offer players the option to record their steps with just the phone in their pockets. The new gameplay system syncs in the background with iOS HealthKit and Android Google Fit, which will allow players to access a weekly summary that shows the distance traveled ...