Order & Chaos Online Mage

The hardest choice to make when starting an MMORPG is what type of character you want to choose. I always choose the mage, in every RPG that I have ever played I choose the mage, and Order & Chaos Online for ios, Android, and Mac devices is no exception. The question is always asked, why a mage? The answer for me is simple, they get the coolest powers. So, if you're in a rut over which type of character to choose for Order & Chaos Online, you may want to consider the mage. 

iOS 6: What It Should Have

Apple's WWDC will be held in San Francisco from June 11 to June 15. In that period of time, computing giant Apple are rumored  to launch a whole variety of new products. Ranging from the Fith Generation iPhone (iPhone 5), all the way to new, Retina-capable Mac's. But, what the public are desperate to find out about is iOS 6. Apple's latest iteration to their mobile operating system. People would love to finally receive widgets on their iPhone/iPad, they would also love a completely redesigned user interface, plus much more. In this article, I am going to sum-up what iOS 6 should have. 

#1: A completely redesigned user interface. 

As shown from the picture above, rumors have been circulating the web about a new silver-colored UI. In my opinion, it looks sleek. I would love Apple to introduce this revamped UI. It just looks so much more "real". 

#2: Widgets.

Even though it sounds convenient, I can't imagine using myself using Widgets on my iPhone/iPad. However, you might disagree with me. Widgets in iOS has been desired by the public for many years now. And, it has even made some iOS users make the switch to Android. In order for Apple to re-gain their customers, Widgets is a must. 

#3: FaceTime over 4G. 

If you don't already know, it is not possible to use FaceTime over 4G, as of now. If Apple were to introduce FaceTime 4G, it would be great for business men/business women. I have always imagined people being late for a meeting, and this one important person is late. And, all they have is their iPhone/iPad to communicate. There is no WiFi hotspots around and the meeting really needs to get underway. People could then resort to FaceTime 4G and have everyone present. Even if they are not there. 

#4: More Camera Options.

If you compare the iPhone and iPad's camera features, compared to (for example: the Samsung Galaxy SIII), the camera features on the Samsung would win, hands down. We do not have Burst Mode, the ability to take a photo whilst capturing video, etc. If Apple were to introduce these features as a part of iOS 6, it would certainly have the potential to get more people involved in "iPhoneography". 

#5: A Better Multitasking Experience

I find Apple's way of multitasking to be rather boring and not really influential. I don't really like the idea of having to double press the home button (on the iPhone, NOT iPad). If Apple could make multitasking look a little better and make it easier to navigate around. I would be extremely grateful. 

So that concludes today's article. If you have any questions you want to ask me, or if you simply want to express your opinion, then feel free to leave a comment down below. 

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Order & Chaos Online for iOS, Android, Mac Review

One of the games that can't seem to leave the top charts in the iOS iTunes App Store is Order & Chaos by GameLoft. I wasn't a huge fan of the idea of having a subscription put on any game on my iPad 2, but I figured that I would give the game a chance, because after all the subscription is only $0.99 a month after the 3 months that are included with the purchase of the game.

Right off the bat I was frustrated by an almost 2-hour download of the app. I don't have the fastest internet, but I can normally stream Netflix on my HDTV, upload a YouTube video and update all of my apps on my iPhone at the same time with no problem, but regardless of the wait I wanted to play the game.

The controls are very intuitive and easy to pick up on, the graphics are pretty great, and surprisingly there is generally no lag whatsoever. It seamlessly incorporates other players into your game and creates one of the best online MMOs on portable devices, and devices in general. 

iMac or MacBook Pro?

Many Apple consumers, including me, when they decide to purchase a Mac computer, they can't decide between the iMac and the MacBook Pro. Speaking more generally, this topic is about "Desktop Vs Laptop". Which one is the best for you? Read the article to find out.

First of all let's see who should buy the iMac. If you are a professional graphic designer or video editor (and even if you aren't professional, but it's your job or something else in a high level), the iMac's beautiful huge screen with the amazing resolution, will be perfect for you. If you want to use your computer like a TV, for watching Netflix, or as an external monitor for your gaming console, or for gaming on your Mac again the iMac is your gadget. And finally, if you don't use and need that much your computer while traveling (or even if you don't travel that much), the iMac is your computer.

Now let's take a look who should buy a MacBook. I would suggest the MacBook if you do a lot of traveling and you really need and use your computer. It's a portable and a really powerful computer. If you still do graphic designing and video editing but you do it like a hobby and not as your main job, I think MacBook's display is good enough.

Now it comes another question. What if the user wants portability and a big display for home in the same time? In my opinion, you should buy the 13” MacBook Pro, and for external monitor the fantastic 27", Apple's Thunderbolt Display. If you can't afford buying Apple's Thunderbolt display, you can still find really good 24” monitors (I suggest you Asus) at Amazon for around 250$-500$.

I am currently asking this question to myself too and can't decide. I am in both, the first and the third occasion. Firstly I want to see the new 2012 iMacs and MacBook Pros which will be coming soon, and then, depending on the new features that those two computers will have, this will help me to choose.

I hope this article helped you out to understand in which occasion you are and which Mac is better for you (compared to those two). Thanks so much for reading, if you have any questions feel free to leave them in the comment section below or mention me on Twitter @OrestGPap.

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My Two Reasons on Why You Shouldn't Buy the iPhone 4S Now

A question I get a lot is "Orestis, shall I buy the iPhone 4S?."

My answer is, definitely not. Just for the heads up, I am an iPhone 4S user, the first who bought it in Greece back in November, so of course I do have a huge experience with the phone and I can give you my honest thoughts on this question.

First of all there is not  a reason to sign a contract with AT&T, Verizon or Sprint for two years or spend 600$ without a contract, when the sixth generation iPhone is coming the next few months. As everyone knows Apple every two years makes a whole different and groundbreaking iPhone like the iPhone 4 was back in 2010. The "iPhone  6" (that's not the official name) will definitely support 4G LTE (considering the iPad 3 has, which is a tablet), it will have quad-core graphics due to the A5X chip, and a new redesigned quad-core processor (that's sure because all the new high level  smartphones must have a four core chip, this is the new technology. HTC already started this with the HTC One X). Also even better camera(s) (we hope to see an upgrade to the front facing camera also), higher resolution display new design etc. Overall the "iPhone 6" will be much, much better compared to the iPhone 4S. According to this occasion, my advice is just wait a few months to buy this incredible device that is coming soon.

Second occasion is, if you really need a smartphone i would definitely   not suggest the iPhone 4S. There are many Android smartphones, a lot cheaper and with better features. You don't have to "lock yourself", with a two year contract or paying 600$ plus when you can find other smartphones, in the same level and even better for a lot cheaper.

Let me give you some examples of a few great Android phones that you can check out.

1.) Samsung Galaxy Nexus

2.) Samsung Galaxy S 2

3.) Samsung Galaxy Note

4.) HTC One X

5.) Motorola Droid Bionic

And many others. Those Android devices are really good, in many categories better than the iPhone 4S and cheaper.

Of course the Windows fun boys will complain for not refering the Windows Mobile 7 phones. I don't suggest them due to the OS. I don't like it at all. That's of course my opinion and it could be wrong, but I've been using the Nokia Lumia 800 for a month and I didn't like the OS. 

Many people will wonder since I don't suggest the iPhone 4S, why did I buy one? Let me explain you.

First of all I bought the phone in November when it was all brand new. Also I am not suggesting the phone ONLY for that period of time, because the new iPhone is on the way and due to the economic crisis, you can find better and cheaper solutions. I did buy the 4S, because I love everything on it, including of course the OS (I've been using iOS since  2 years, and I am not looking forward into switching to another OS, anytime soon). It is fast, excellent camera, HSDPA + (14.4 Mbps), amazing design and many other benefits.

I think you should take into consideration my answer to this question, due to my experience and that I am always honest (because I am an iOS fan boy, it doesn't  mean I have to hate on Android. Android it's an excellent OS in a very sophisticated level). Thank you for reading, if you have any questions or anything else related to this article, please leave them in the comment section below.

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