What happens if you reset a Poké Ball Plus?
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If you reset your Poké Ball Plus, you may lose data, such as scores and save data, which cannot be recovered, so it’s essential to be cautious when resetting your device. Resetting your Poké Ball Plus allows you to pair it with a new device, but be aware that this will erase all existing data, including any Mew that may have been stored on the device.
Understanding the Reset Process
To reset your Poké Ball Plus, you need to hold the center button for just over 5 seconds, or until it turns solid blue, then let go and press the button again for another 5 seconds, until it buzzes. This process will restore your Poké Ball Plus to its default settings, allowing you to pair it with a new device.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
- How long does the Poké Ball Plus last?: The battery life of the Poké Ball Plus is estimated to last about a week if used for 2-3 hours a day, and it can be charged using a USB Type-C cable.
- Can you reset Poké Ball Plus to get Mew again?: No, Mew can only be transferred once to a game, and resetting the Poké Ball Plus will not allow you to obtain another Mew.
- Is there only one Mew per Poké Ball Plus?: Yes, each Poké Ball Plus only contains one Mew, and once it’s transferred to a game, it’s no longer available.
Troubleshooting
- Why is my Poké Ball Plus flashing red?: The red flash indicates that the connection with your smartphone has been lost, or you have moved too far from a PokéStop.
- Why is my Poké Ball Plus blinking red?: The blinking red light means that the connection with your smartphone has been lost, and you need to reconnect your device.
- Why won’t my Poké Ball Plus turn on?: Try resetting your Poké Ball Plus, using a different AC adapter or USB port, or charging the device.
Poké Ball Plus Features
- Can a Pokémon stay in a pokeball forever?: According to the anime, Pokémon can survive for years in a Pokéball, and are fully conscious.
- Is the Poké Ball Plus worth it?: The Poké Ball Plus is a great way to stock up on items and Candy without effort, making it a valuable tool for casual players.
- How do you know if Mew is still in Poké Ball Plus?: You can shake the Poké Ball Plus to hear Mew’s voice, or check the colored ring, which will flash if Mew is still available.
Technical Issues
- Why won’t my Poké Ball Plus connect to Pokémon GO?: Try restarting the Pokémon GO app, restarting your smart device, or unpairing and re-pairing your Poké Ball Plus.
- Why is my Pokemon Go Plus not spinning stops?: If your Item Bag is full, the Pokémon GO Plus + will not spin PokéStops, so you need to free up space in your Item Bag.
- Is Poké Ball Plus waterproof?: No, the Poké Ball Plus is not waterproof, so be careful not to expose it to water.
Additional Questions
- What does the rainbow mean on the Poké Ball Plus?: A glittering rainbow indicates that you’ve played with a happy Pokémon.
- Why is my Poké Ball Plus flashing white?: A white flash means that your Poké Ball Plus is disconnected from your smartphone.
- Does Poké Ball Plus hatch eggs?: Yes, the Poké Ball Plus can hatch eggs and help you get Candy for your Buddy Pokémon as long as it’s connected to your smartphone and the Pokémon GO app.