I believe I missed something really fundamental about the ezb architecture but I would appreciate some clarification.
So the ezb requires either a computer or phone/tablet to operate at all. I missed that.. Being new to all this I thought that code was built on the pc and sent to the controller but the strong WiFi integration was mainly for added functionality . As implemented it is different than my limited experience with lego robots and reading on arduino stuff.
My point of clarification that I need to know quickly and am not finding easily is...how does the desktop vs. Mobile apps compare or integrate... I really do not want a pc in the loop for my projects but a phone or tablet me be okay.. But I don't like the thought of developing 100% on the phone or tablet. Does the code port between the two in some way?
I apologize if I should be able to find this but I am in a panic. I may need to cancel my order! 
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@DJ I think you need to make a video on how the ezb4 works in contrast to an arduino or other controllers...
@kennard42
The ezb needs a constant connection to a pc or mobile device (not both) at all times. Why do you think it's so powerful? It's not a micro controller like an arduino, it's a robot controller. There is a distinction....
All code remains on the pc and or mobile device... nothing gets downloaded to the ezb... The ezb4 does what the pc tells it to do in real time so the PC or mobile device is doing all the work...
The mobile app is developed from within ARC PC, uploaded to the cloud and then downloaded to the mobile device. So you make your own mobile app from within ARC PC...
You can code your mobile app to do what the desktop version does... Meaning, you can make a duplicate app on your mobile device if you wish... just be aware some controls like speech rec is pc based only still. This means some controls from ARC cannot be duplicated on your mobile version app...
If you cancel your order your robot will hate you for using an arduino instead...
Dude, seriously stick with this. Don't cancel your order.... You will soon discover how powerful and flexible the ez robot platform is.... Like I said, what else is left out there?... Adruinos can't really do much and ROS (Robot operating system) has a huge complex learning curve.... The ezb4 will blow you a way if you give it a chance and don't panic. I promise you that....
I double that. This compared to an addition is WAY easier and faster to set up. I have the intentions to get an arduino, but just to make a video proving just how much harder it is. I have used Lego mind storms, and this compares well, but allows you to do way more.
@Richard I volunteer!
Depending on the size of your robot, it is very easy to integrate a Windows computer on board and have it be quite autonomous. Many of us are using the Acer W3 Windows tablet. If you need something smaller, and don't need a screen when the robot is off doing its own thing, there are several small headless computers for not much money.
On a whim, I just bought one of these: http://www.gearbest.com/tv-box-mini-pc/pp_226805.html
Runs Windows 10 better than my 1 year old laptop. I haven't decided whether to use it to give a brain to my not-smart TV or use it in a robot yet, but I am quite pleased with it. There is a good review here: http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/voyo-v2-windows-10-mini-pc-review-and-giveaway/
Only thing I don't like is that it has a small OS partition (about 30 gig) and a larger SSD data partition that it treats as removable storage, even though it is not removable. Need to be careful if installing a lot of apps to install them to the D drive to not run out of space on C.
Best thing about it for Robot use (even better than the W3) is that it runs on just 5 volts, and has its own battery so doesn't actually need to be powered by your robot as long as you remember to charge both the robot and the computer when you do need to replenish. (W3 charges on 12 volts, so if powering from the robot, would need a more powerful battery than you may have been planning on).
Alan
Thanks for a fast very precise response. I have a couple projects in mind. The first one had been a highly animated semi robotic boat. Many servos. Many functions etc. After scouring Internet it seemed that the ezb WiFi and app was way easier cause its integrated. Many solutions for arduino but they all seem really custom...plain. Not sure I am saying this right . I got discouraged anyway cause way too complex so many areas I have to learn to get it going.
My more recent idea is more simple but looked like a good stepping stone.. I knew ezb is overkill for this but figured would not need to learn two environments..
That and the cyber Monday deal and a self determined deadline got me off my keister.
The community here appears awesome and was also an important factor.
A side question . If I want to try and post my idea in great detail..and seek some feedback would I put that in the project showcase and to do that do I simply tag it as such. I am hesitant cause its lame as compared to most I see here.
We will always help you out dude... post away... I have gotten many ideas from forum members who post so called "lame" questions.... Sometimes I get stuck with narrow vision, then someone like you comes along and posts something that may seem lame, but ends up being a great adaptable idea...
DJ will tell you that a significant part of ez robot was built with the help of ez robot forum members (like yourself and even me) idea's and contributions...
I'll second what Richard said, and answer your question about how to post it. I would not use project showcase until you are building it. Just tag as general discussion if the other tags don't fit what you are looking for.
Alan
Yea, just post your concept with a general discussion tag and we'll help you work out the details. This community is awesome and if it weren't for it, I wouldn't be here.