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On 11/7/01 2:49 PM, "Kevin Davis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I�m a student of human computer interaction at the University of Victoria. I
> find the interface to be simple and intuitive. The U/I is very separate from
> the design of the icons and �eye candy�
>
> The application�s icon is excellent, as is the �flaming� effect when a message
> is received. The smileys however... ;0)
I guess I could have been clearer--my comments are related to the buttons
within the application, not the application icon, which *is* quite nice.
It's especially glaring to me because of the contrast between the elegance
of Aqua and the awkwardness of the icon-buttons. And, as you probably know,
easy to use and visual attractiveness, though they are both related to the
design of the interface, are not exactly the same thing.
> I would recommend anyone interested in OS X or interface design to look up and
> read Apple�s Human interface guideline. Its surprising how many applications
> don�t even attempt to use it.
Where does one find this? I often seen it mentioned, but never had the
opportunity to look through it.
> Thought I�d also mention that Apple is hosting icon design �kitchens� over the
> next few months if the poster would like to attend. They are free to all ADC
> members, even those in the free program.
Yeah, in Cupertino, 3000 miles away. Free, for the cost of the plane ticket.
;)
Maia
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