On: How many layers of UI inconsistencies are in Windo...

[kajaktum]

I never quite understood the point of redesign. The only reason I can think of is marketing. Other than that, it's always, always a big mess. Why does everything need to be freaking round which makes it very ugly in low resolutions?

[jdthedisciple → kajaktum]

My personal theory is because that's how Apple does it and people absolutely love it.

Also people love "new shiny" things.

So you're spot on: Marketing.

You gotta go w the Zeitgeist. If in 20 years sharp corners will be the new shiny thing again you bet Windows 14 will go back to using those.

[Arainach → kajaktum]

Because when you change the insides no one notices:

https://devblogs.microsoft.com/oldnewthing/20040525-00/?p=39...