social
Myspace vs Tumblr
Myspace started first, in 2003, 4 years before Tumblr.
Why Myspace lasted
- Musicians and a nostalgia brand. Justin Timberlake's era kept it from a clean funeral.
- It is the reminder that network effects reverse.
Why Tumblr lasted
- Fandom, collage, and a posting style that did not survive other feeds intact.
- Automattic bought it. WordPress people might yet be decent stewards.
Questions
Which is older, Myspace or Tumblr?
Myspace started first, in 2003, 4 years before Tumblr.
How long has Myspace been running?
Myspace has been up 23 years 47 days, since 2003-08-01.
How long has Tumblr been running?
Tumblr has been up 19 years 228 days, since 2007-02-01.
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Dates are founding dates from the written entries. Play which is older, or see the oldest social still running.