Microsoft shows off the Xbox One hardware
Microsoft held an event today to show off the next-gen Xbox, called the Xbox One. It integrates Skype and live TV with the Xbox + Kinect experience. You can read the full press release for the full specs, see executives talk about the Xbox One features, and watch Microsoft and the NFL discuss their new agreement. For games and other aspects to the console, you will have to wait for E3.
Video footage from Moore, OK devastating tornado
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Batman: Arkham Origins trailer shows off DeathStroke
Batman: Arkham Origins received a trailer today that shows off the battle between Batman and DeathStroke. It was also revealed that DeathStroke will be a playable character for pre-orders.
PlayStation 4 console exclusive look teased
I think I might need glasses. It was only a blur and I couldn’t really make out any detail of the console. I guess I’ll wait until after E3 to make an appointment with an eye doctor.
Trailer for Clear History, HBO movie
Clear History is headed to HBO this August as a movie centered around a hippie marketing exec (Larry David) who sold all of his shares in the company right before it really takes off with the launch of its new vehicle.
Star Wars Rebels, a new animated series announced
Star Wars Rebels will take place between episodes 3 and 4. It will premiere on Disney XD during Fall 2014. See the announcement for the full details.
Kickstarting doom and destruction
I mean, who wouldn’t want an orbital death ray? Will we start seeing Kickstarter projects for supervillains?
Kentucky kicks ass for the #constituencyofnoone
After the state of Kentucky spent over $600,000 coming up with a new state motto, the result was “Unbridled Spirit”. A few guys from Kentucky thought they could do a better job. Now their motto “Kentucky Kicks Ass!” is going viral, in thanks to the state tourism department saying they represented no one. For the project, visit www.kentuckyforkentucky.com
Full story from Tom Fishburne’s Marketoonist.
Meteor striking the moon caught on video
Just another reminder to say “Thank you, atmosphere” today.
YouTube first ever comedy week begins today
YouTube’s Comedy Week is a special event offering a live, all-star comedy variety show with comedians, celebrities, and YouTube channels all participating. It begins tonight and the rest of the week has special events planned for it. Watch it at youtube.com/comedyweek
The SUREswivel well-designed dog tie-out stake
For $50, the SUREswivel pet tie-out seems very well thought out to improve your dog’s enjoyment and safety over traditional tie-outs. It holds 1000lbs of force with its six anchors and the top swivels and pivots in order to prevent your pet from getting tangled up.
A rant about business plans
Don’t Make My Eyes Bleed is a short illustrated flipbook about business plans by Neil Davidson. You can click on the arrows on the side or use the arrow keys to flip through the short story.
Weekly Wikipedia: Berners Street Hoax
The Berners Street Hoax was perpetrated by Theodore Hook in the City of Westminster, London, in 1809. Hook had made a bet with his friend, Samuel Beazley, that he could transform any house in London into the most talked-about address in a week, which he achieved by sending out thousands of letters in the name of Mrs Tottenham, who lived at 54 Berners Street, requesting deliveries, visitors, and assistance.
Sonic the Hegehog speeds onto Android
Sonic the Hedgehog is officially available from Sega on Android through Google Play with exclusive features added to the originals. It joins several other titles from Sega of America on the platform.
Monsters University has “Got Milk”
Mike and Sully from Monsters Inc and the upcoming Monsters University don their milk moustache for this “got milk?” poster.
