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Bookseller giant Barnes and Noble integrates location services for the popular mobile game, Angry Birds.

Barnes and Noble bookstore patrons with a Nook Color finding solace in Angry Birds may now feel a sense of frustration. The collaboration between Rovio and Barnes and Noble has introduced a geolocation feature to the renowned game, Angry Birds. Now, when you carry your Nook Color into any...

Bookstore chain, Barnes and Noble, introduces geolocation for popular mobile game, Angry Birds
Bookstore chain, Barnes and Noble, introduces geolocation for popular mobile game, Angry Birds

In a unique partnership, Rovio, the creators of Angry Birds, and Barnes & Noble have teamed up to bring the popular game to physical locations around the world. Starting with Barnes & Noble stores, this collaboration marks Rovio's first step towards making Angry Birds available in brick-and-mortar stores.

Michael Kozlowski, a renowned writer specializing in audiobooks, e-books, and e-readers, reports that the new "Magic Places" feature is now available in over 700 Barnes and Noble locations. This feature, exclusive to Nook Color owners, offers free benefits such as special game enhancements and unique virtual content inspired by real-world Barnes & Noble stores.

By bringing a Nook Color to a Barnes and Noble bookstore, users can unlock the Mighty Eagle character in Angry Birds for free. The Angry Birds game, priced at around $2.99 from the App Store, now comes with a geolocation feature for the game, enhancing the user experience.

Jamie Iannone, President of Digital Products at Barnes & Noble, is thrilled about the partnership with Rovio, expressing excitement about the opportunities it presents for both companies. Peter Vesterbacka, Mighty Eagle and Chief Marketing Officer at Rovio, shares the sentiment, expressing his enthusiasm for making Angry Birds available for the Nook Color and bringing the game to another platform.

Store visitors can also find an array of Angry Bird-themed games, toys, and merchandise. To add to the excitement, free Angry Birds stickers and temporary tattoos are available, while supplies last.

Michael Kozlowski, who has been writing about audiobooks, e-books, and e-readers for the past eighteen years, resides in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. This article was written by him, providing insightful coverage of the latest developments in the world of audiobooks, e-books, and e-readers.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information about the current offerings and locations of the Angry Birds Magic Places feature, it is recommended to check Barnes & Noble stores designated as Magic Places or their official announcements.

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