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Re:Windows Phone 7 in-depth preview by luminary on Monday July 19, 2010 @04:50AM (#1528022)
> In contrast Widows7 mobile UI is a confusing mess and very bland to be honest. There no "Wow" factor.

And that's the point, Albert Shum, a Nike-alum and now one of the folks behind this UI, is making. It's less about chrome/gloss but more about typography. Personally, I like it a lot. The "WP7 version of" Metro-UI seems to be inspired by direction signs (for travelers) you see at airports, train stations etc. that help people find their way.

More here: http://live.visitmix.com/MIX10/Sessions/CL14

I'm waiting for "HN pedagogues" to jump in and say MS is again copying Apple. Oh nevermind. Someone already did. Sigh.

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