Google and Mattel reimagine the View-Master for 2015 with virtual reality support

Feb13

by Sindy Cator on February 13, 2015 at 2:23 pm

Remember the View-Master? A few weeks ago, rumors started circulating that Google and Mattel might be bringing an updated version of the stereoscopic toy to market, and now it’s finally arrived. The new View-Master supports Google’s Cardboard virtual reality platform virtual reality platform, which provides a 3D view of various sights around the world – even outer space! The toy utilizes 360 degree photospheres, similar to what Google does with Street View. What makes the View-Master different from other VR products, however, is its “experience reel”. Similar to how older versions of the toys had a carousel of photos covering a…