Mattel, Google partner for mysterious product debut on February 13

Google, together with toymaker Mattel, will be unveiling a new product next week on February 13. Some are speculating that the View-Master might be getting a modern spin because the invite to the event says the attendees will “view what’s possible” and there seems to be the outline of a View-Master reel. Or maybe we’re going to see the Google Cardboard being reimagined for the younger set. The announcement is happening a day before the Toy Fair 2015 in Manhattan so perhaps we might be getting a Google-Mattel-made toy. We just have to wait a few more days to find out.

Source: 9to5Google

Treyarch to develop 2015 ‘Call of Duty’ game

Activision has confirmed that the next Call of Duty game will be developed by Treyarch. They are the team behind the titles Call of Duty: Black Ops and Black Ops II. If you’re a fan of those two games, this should be a treat for you. Aside from announcing this though, there really isn’t that much information about the game yet. Activision does promise though that it’ll be “loaded with innovation.” Only time will tell if this game will be able to deliver.

Source: Ubergizmo

Saygus extends pre-order purchase deadline

Great new for those who want to get their hands on the Saygus V² but haven’t been able to complete their pre-order purchases yet. Saygus is extending the deadline through Saturday, February 7 at 11:59 p.m. MST (06:59 Sunday, February 8/GMT). Those who availed the pre-registration price package (additional battery and screen protector) will pay $549 for it, while those who haven’t pre-registered will pay $599 for it. If you want more information about the device, check out the video above.  

Canon releases 50.6 Megapixel capable 5Ds and 5Ds R DSLRs

Just when it seemed like the DLSR camera market was going stale and falling behind the success of Interchangeable Lens Cameras (ILCs), Canon goes off and unloads a flurry of products. At the top of the heap is their new full-frame capable cameras with a whopping 50.6 megapixel capability. Also new are Dual DIGIC 6 image processors, a 3.2-inch fixed LCD, 61-point autofocus, cropped shooting mode and reduced camera shake.

They also include the EOS Scene Detection system featuring a 150,000-pixel RGB+IR 252-zone metering sensor that provides enhanced precision and performance. The cutting edge doesn't come cheap. These beasties come in June 2015 for estimated retail prices of US $3,699.00 and US $3,899.00 for the body only, respectively.