[Video] Sony's PlayStation 4 to be Revealed on June 10th
I know we have some gamers reading Ruby Hornet, right? I'm super excited for the upcoming PlayStation 4, especially after Sony officially announced the console at a press conference back in February. However, questions arose when the console itself wasn't publicly revealed. It appears that Sony's ready to show off the new console on June 10th ahead of this year's E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo). In the teaser video below, Sony hints at what the console looks like, alerting fans to keep watch for the press conference. More information on the PlayStation 4 can be found here.
With the next Xbox (rumored to be called Xbox Infinity) set to make its debut at E3 as well, 2013 is shaping up to be a huge year for the next generation of video games.
http://youtu.be/gdRgCQhOTco
Yahoo Buys Tumblr for $1.1 Billion
In an attempt to appeal to younger generations, Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer confirmed the purchase of blogging service Tumblr for a startling $1.1 billion. Tumblr, a site known for its assortment of GIF-heavy blog posts, is popular amongst younger crowds. Mayer wrote a Tumblr post herself, promising "not to screw it up." A good sign of Yahoo's promise is retaining Tumblr founder David Karp in the same role as CEO. Karp also assured no major changes would be made, stating, "Our team isn't changing. Our roadmap isn't changing. Tumblr gets better faster with more resources to draw from."
However, what does the acquisition mean for both Yahoo visitors and Tumblr loyalists? Tumblr might see an increase in advertisements as a way for Yahoo to monetize the site. However, a huge problem potential advertisers face is the large number of Tumblr accounts sharing pornographic material. Yahoo might claim to act as transparent as possible, but I wouldn't be surprised if they begin to come down on the more adult-driven blogs. On the plus side, popular Tumblr blogs could be displayed on Yahoo's front page.
Only time will tell exactly how the acquisition will affect either party, but one thing's for sure: Yahoo's ready to jump back into the fray alongside Google. Who knows? Maybe we'll hear the classic "Yahooooo!" yodel from yesteryear once again.
[via CNN Money]
The Weekly Swarm: 5/13 - 5/19
It was a pretty huge week for Ruby Hornet. We had a lot of notable drops, including Tree's Sunday School 2, Grade Aplus' "Nate Robinson," Calez' G-Unit Bundle Pack, Pyyramids' performance of "Paper Doll" live on Jay Leno, and the made-for-summer jam, "Good Vibes" by Netherfriends featuring ShowYouSuck and ELEEX from Impolite Society. In movie news, there's the possibility of Christopher Nolan directing Bond 24, the new trailer for V/H/S/2, and special closed-captioning glasses for the hearing impaired coming to theaters, amongst other awesome stuff that happened last week.
If you weren't around or missed them as they happened, everything we posted this past week is linked below for your convenience.
Movie News
[Trailer] Ghost in the Shell: Arise
[Trailer] Arrested Development Season 4 (Not a "movie," I know.)
Closed-Captioning Glasses for the Deaf being Distributed to Regal Cinemas
World War Z Viral Video, Crisis Zero
[Trailer] Riddick
Christopher Nolan's "Interstellar" Could be the Last 70mm IMAX Film
[Trailer] V/H/S/2
[Trailer 2] Pacific Rim
Next James Bond Film Offered to Christopher Nolan
[Trailer] The Hangover Part III
The Bruce Lee Legacy Collection Available for Pre-Order
Music News
Chance the Rapper: "Juice (gHETTO aCID Trip Remix)" by MikeJaxx
[Video] Kendrick Lamar: "B*tch Don't Kill My Vibe" (Director's Cut)
Impolite Society: "Look of Hate (Remix)" (prod. by Nunca Duerma)
[Video] Rockie Fresh: "Life Long" (feat. Rick Ross and Nipsey Hussle)
Free iTunes stream of Daft Punk's "Random Access Memories" is Live
Solange: "Looks Good With Trouble" (feat. Kendrick Lamar)
Lollapalooza 2013 Schedule is Out
[Mixtape] SolarFive: "Say No More"
PHNM: "This Is It (Original Mix)"
Manny P: "Crumbled" (prod. by Savier)
YP: "Black Sheep"
Alex Wiley: "Creepin" (feat. Freddie Gibbs)
[RH Premiere] Grade Aplus: "Nate Robinson" (prod. by MikeJaxx)
[Mixtape] Calez: "G-Unit Bundle Pack"
[Mixtape] Tree: "Sunday School II"
The Riot Fest 2013 Lineup is AMAZING
[Video] Pyrramids: "Paper Doll" (Live on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno)
[Video] Talib Kweli X Chance the Rapper X Cory Mo Freestyle
Naledge: "Love Not Personal" (feat. Saba and Vic Spencer)
[Mixtape] The Hood Internet: "The Mixtape Volume Seven"
Sidewalk Kal: "Non Believers"
Wu-Tang Clan: "Execution in Autumn"
Jambalaya Fest Austin Changes Venues from The Backyard to Austin Music Hall
[RH Premiere] Weasel Sims: "Ride Out" (feat. Tae Butch) (prod. by MikeJaxx)
[RH Premiere] Netherfriends: "Good Vibes" (feat. ShowYouSuck and ELEE X)