The Mac Book Air

The MacBook Air is the next generation for Macs, A lot thinner in size yet still it is much
better and updated. The beauty and advanced technology from the iPad was carried
and it now, finally, has reached the Mac.
Now let's talk about storage. On the MacBook Air Apple has created a new type of
storage, Flash Storage. This is a miniature microchip with 32GB in each chip which
gives 90% more space for other vital bits like a bigger battery.
Talking about batteries, the MacBook Air has an incredible life-span. If you looked
inside a MacBook Air, you would see something remarkable. Thanks to flash storage
which gives it a bigger battery, an 11-inch MacBook has a 5 hour life-span and up to 7
hours on the 13-inch model!
Also from the iPad, the MacBook has met multiple-touch which allows you to tap, pinch,
swipe, drag, rotate, and scroll for multiple reasons.
Two new features have been bought to the MacBook. NVIDIA GeForce Graphics
and Intel Core 2 duo processors. MacBook features NVIDIA GeForce 320M graphics
processor-the same used in the 13-inch MacBook Pro. With a performance boost
of over 2x that of the previous MacBook, the NVIDIA graphics processor provides
outstanding speed and power for browsing photos, watching movies or playing games.
MacBook weighs less than 3 pounds, but it is heavyweight where it counts. Intel Core
2 Duo processors get the job done fast. So you can be every bit productive-but in more
places.
A proper laptop needs wireless connection anywhere. That's when the MacBook Air
comes in. It has 802.11n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR. With all this equipment, it
allows you to browse the web, send e-mail and print documents. It also let's you to
download music, videos and-coming soon with the Mac App Store, applications.
Now let's talk about what's on the MacBook. Well there is a FaceTime camera so you
can communicate with your friends, just like a mobile (Except you can see their faces).
And finally, the price. Everything that I've just told you for $999 only!
So what are you waiting for? Get your own MacBook today!

Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood Review (PS3, Xbox 360, PC)

Genre: 3rd Person Action Adventure, Open World, Free-Roaming
Rating: PEGI - 18+
The Assassin’s Creed franchise is back and this time your back with Ezio in the animus, but this time, nearly all of the game is set in Rome.  Also, there is a brand new multi-player game mode which is very unique.  The main worry about the game are that it is not too different from Assassin’s Creed 2 and that what it does change is only small tweaks.

Firstly, the single-player,  this is a direct follow on to Assassin’s Creed 2 and this time Ezio, is a bit older and a bit wiser now, is trying to remove the Templar influence from Rome.  Along side this runs Desmond in the present and there are a few bits of gameplay with Desmond (although I did want more) and a big twist at the end.  I did find the plot less engaging than AC 2’s but the improved aspects of gameplay make up for this. The secret locations, additional memories and the views of Renaissance Italy are up to scratch with Assassin’s Creed 2, giving you hours of extra gameplay.  Although the game is almost entirely set in Rome, the amount of space is just right because Rome is about three times the size of Florence is AC 2.  The new additions in the game such as the Assassin’s guild (which can be used to train your own assassin’s to fight with you) and the fact you can ride horses inside Rome fit in well, but they are only tweaks because the guild does what the thieves,  mercenaries and courtesans did back in AC 2.  Finally, the single-player gameplay in AC Brotherhood is a development on AC 2 with a slightly new, more aggressive fighting style and more of the same, loved free-running from AC 2.

Secondly we come on to the brand new multi-player experience in which you play as an Abstergo Agent in an animus, playing as a Templar back in the early 1500s.  This is fun for a bit but the novelty does wear off, showing the repetitive nature of the game and how it is in need of some development.

To finish off, Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood is a great development on the previous titles in the series and although it lacks anything new, it makes and excellent “AC 2.5”.  I would recommend this to anyone who has played and enjoyed the previous two in the series and anyone who wants a game they can take at their own pace whether they want to roam the streets (or rooftops) of Rome or get immersed in the unique multi-player.  I give Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood a solid rating of 8.5/10

Christmas Download Bonanza Calendar

Day 1 (1st of December):


Today's Downloads:


Download Pro Evolution Soccer 2011 Demo here: Click here for gamespot's link

Download Call of Duty 4 (Modern Warfare) demo: On gamespot again

Download Links to many demos like: Need For Speed Underground 2

                                                     Need For Speed Hot Pursuit

                                                     Stronghold

                                                     Star Wars Galactic Battle Grounds

                                                     Sim City

                                                     Ship Simulator 2008

                                                     Rollercoaster Tycoon

                                                     Nascar games

                                                     Neighbours from Hell

                                                     many more here: A Page on About.com

Thousands of downloads and patches on: http://pcgames.gwn.com/

Keep watching, 2nd of December promises many more downloads!

Day 2 (2nd of December)

Download Call of Duty 5: World at War demo: on gamezone

Download FIFA 2011 Demo: on gamershell

 Download Civilization 4 demo: here

Download games, demos, patches and trailers for free at: http://www.bigdownload.com/

There will be more tomorrow, as always, but if there is something you would like for me to find, please comment and you will hopefully see it in the next 24 hours.

Christmas Software Download Bonanza!!

Greetings, fellow fans, I have for you an important announcement to make: In the coming up to  Christmas Day, I have decided to bless you with a few software downloads a day, just like one one of those Advent calendars. Starts December 1st. Demo's, small games, trailers, software, i dunno even good programs and updates for your pc/mac. Just keep your eyes peeled and give me the ideas and you will get them. Comment and you will get your command. 

Seasons greetings,

gameSSonar

Pre-Order Wii games and release dates Part 2!

Hello. Yes, this is the rest of the list of the Wii games. So let’s get cracking!

Mario Sports Mix  Release Date: TBC   Price for pre-order: £39.99

Maybe slightly expensive but wow, this is the good game. There are a variety of sports like basketball, and ice-hockey, and I’m guessing it would make the perfect multiplayer game. It’s sport from the Nintendo classic, Mario and Sonic at the Olympic games, But with a comic and party twist. That’s all I’ve got, let’s wait and see!

deBlob 2: Underground  Release Date: 25/03/2011  Price for Pre-Order: £24.99  

In de Blob 2: The Underground, Comrade Black is back and so is his war on colour. Disguised as Papa Blanc, Comrade Black rigs the city’s election in order to win and take control of Prisma City with his brainwashing new cult. That is, until de Blob bounces back in full color-spreading force with his revolution to restore colour and life back to the city and its residents. In the colourful sequel, de Blob will paint his way through the enormous and pollution-filled Prisma City accompanied by a fantastic new interactive soundtrack and an arsenal of new tricks to confound his enemies. Joining de Blob will be a new robot sidekick, named Pinky, who will help him blast enemies, disable traps, and negotiate the challenging levels of Prisma City. The game will also present players with new side quests, which allow players to upgrade de Blob’s abilities. de Blob 2: The Underground will feature an in-depth single-player campaign with all-new power-ups and challenges, as well as multiplayer modes that support co-operative and competitive play.

Kirby’s Epic Yarn    Release Date: TBC   Price for Pre-order: £39.99

This will be the first Kirby Platform game on a console since Nintendo 64!!! It’s a very nice game, with a similar layout to Mario Bros. There are very appealing graphics, they are very colourful. So Kirby’s adventure here is made to look completely woollen! Just like Paper Mario but without the paper. Here’s Kirby taking on an enemy.

Donkey Kong Country, Returns!     Release Date: only 4 days left!!!  Price:£39.99

Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong return, in their new game! Again, they are releasing a platform game just like the old days (well, not so old) where they both fight against the evil Tiki’s which have stolen bananas from the DK island. Nintendo are releasing the old NES classic with familiar characters but new levels. One thing I can say, this is going to be good!

Epic Mickey     Release Date: Released 3 days ago!!!       Price:£29.99:

This is a “epic” game where one plays as Mickey Mouse who tries to save the world from the trouble he himself created! After a world being made by a sorcerer and his magic paint brush, he decides on making his own when everything goes horribly wrong. Harness the power of the paintbrush and mould this new world and save everone from this cartoon wasteland!

Pre-Order Wii games and release dates

It’s been ages since we’ve talked about the wii, it’s all been iPad this, Kinect that, and we really haven’t thought about it. But Nintendo literally have masses of games on their Preorder chart at the moment and it would be a shame if we did not touch up upon them because there is a diverse variety of really good games from the stars of Nintendo being released coming up until Christmas. So here’s a huge list…

Tron Evolution    Release Date: 26/11/2010 (just been released)       Price: £19.99

Tron Evolution explores the story behind the very popular Disney movie (which hasn’t been released yet) Tron Legacy. It provides insight into the films past and is recommended for people who would like to see the movie. It’s very futuristic, and it’s based on a special disc-combat, which is used in the Tron mythology.

So what’s the game like? Ok from what I gather, there are good graphics and it’s in the action and adventure genre. It involves battles and racing, but that’s all I know.

You can look at some images though.

Raving Rabbids: Travel in Time   Release Date: 26/11/10 (just been released)    Price: £24.99

Rabbids are a completely new race and have come to earth to demolish humans and you’re invited every step of the way.

Visit the history museum and turn the place upside down as you uncover every secret the museum has to offer. Play over 20 new minigames with your friends, and will keep you company! 

Star Wars III: The Clone Wars    Release Date: ???  Price:  £29.99 

Lego Star Wars brings star wars into action and also brings the Wii into action. Play either Jedi or Separatist with all new character abilities such as Squad command, Lightsaber slicing, Lightsaber jumps, long distance Jedi attacks and Grapple tie-ups, all within a tiny disc.

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword    Release Date: ???  Price: £34.99   

This will probably be the best game ever released so far in the Zelda series, using Wii Motion Plus and the nunchuck, you can control Link’s actions like never before

Keep reading folks, we're continuing this tomorrow....

Samsung Galaxy Tab vs. Apple iPad

 

Obviously most people are thinking “Well it’s an iPad, of course it’s better.” Well Samsung has unleashed a new power……. The NEW Samsung Galaxy Tab!

But how does it do against the iPad, well….

Display: Winner Apple iPad

The iPad incorporates a touch-sensitive IPS display that measures 9.7 inches across. It is undoubtedly an amazing screen, boasting a resolution of 768 x 1,024 pixels.

Samsung has gone for a slightly smaller display in the Galaxy Tab but it still is an impressive amount of 7 inches. All in all, the Galaxy Tab is 600 x 1,024 pixels o it makes the iPad win this round. And of course, it’s HD!

Size & Weight: Winner Samsung Galaxy Tab

Despite its size, the Apple iPad measures 242.8 x 189.7 x 13.4 mm and weighs 680g altogether (it feels a lot lighter when you put it on your hands). With its 7-inch display, the Galaxy Tab is obviously a lot smaller.

Samsung's quoted dimensions are 190.09 x 120.45 x 11.98mm, which makes it thinner than Apple's device. The Galaxy Tab weighs 380g so it is nearly half the iPad’s weight.

We say that it is a draw because The Galaxy Tab is more portable, has Android, is a better book and has a video caller. The iPad is HD ready, got a better system and is the bigger version of the Galaxy Tab. It is supposed to be a computer without a keyboard that has things like apps as well as the iPhone.  

Wireless: Winner Samsung Galaxy Tab

This is considering you buy the simple WiFi+3G iPad. Galaxy has arguably better connectivity and you can make phone calls and send and receive SMS/MMS and there is very good wireless and Bluetooth.

Storage: Winner Galaxy Tab (Let’s call it a draw)

Both Products have many options depending on how much you want to spend.

Camera: Galaxy Tab (obviously iPad doesn’t have one)

Though the new iPad coming out after Christmas will have one plus much, much more.

Overall Decision: Draw

We say that it is a draw because The Galaxy Tab is more portable, has Android, is a better book and has a video caller. The iPad is HD ready, got a better system and is the bigger version of the Galaxy Tab. It is supposed to be a computer without a keyboard that has things like apps as well as the iPhone.  

They’ve both got good stuff in it and the decisions are often controversial, However, if you ask me, I would by the iPad after Christmas because of the iPad’s beautiful design and its sheer simplicity both in the design and in the OS. Plus there will be many additions (We’ll post this later). But that’s just me!