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September 24, 2006
The Laws of Simplicity
I was going along with some of Maeda's statements, but I completely disagree with his opinions of the iPod design evolution. He describes the second iteration of the iPod design as having an "unattractive row [of buttons] at the top" and praises the newest model's design with the buttons on the wheel itself. First, I think the four buttons at the top of the wheel create a much cleaner design than that which is present on either the original or newest models' faces. Second, there is more to design than appearance, and the newest wheel design requires the user to apply an exact amount of pressure necessary to scroll the menu, but not accidentally press the buttons. I find that extremely frustrating. I just want to press my thumb into the wheel and scroll, not have to lightly press it so I don't accidentally skip to the next song. I don't think putting everything together is always best. I am a fan of discrete design.
Posted by Bryan Wall at September 24, 2006 05:04 PM