OS X and Windows Vista...some random thoughts...

[Sogo]

This link says that the Aero glass theme is going to be in the final build. But I also know that Microsoft has yet to finalize all the icons on the system.

 

[beatle888]

i don't know what you're bitching about, but it looks fine to me. perhaps they should have consulted you for their interface design?

why so rude? if someone states an opinion contrary to yours their instantly considered to be bitching?

 

[beatle888]

Actually, he does make some good points. Having the categories in such a light font, and having the individual options in a bolder font is somewhat askew.

It's like writing an outline, but all your sub-items are in big bold fonts, but your top level items are in a small font.

There may very well be reasons for why they did this, but it's a lot more than "It looks fine, that's all there is to it."

EDIT- Actually, the example of the 'Parental Controls' and 'Activity Reporting' items is a very good one. Why would they have the 'Yes' and 'No' so much more prominent that the actual item you are setting? It would be one thing if 'Parental Controls' was in just a regular font in black, but it's in a lighter gray color. Very odd IMO...

actually its more than just your opinion. informational design is well studied and has been tuned throughout the years by very critical thinkers/artists. your right and the problem your seeing has been solved by others....its just that MS doesnt get it.