SAMPLE REVIEW: "Windows 8 interface called 'disappointing' by usability expert" (Article Review #5)

SAMPLE REVIEW: "Windows 8 interface called 'disappointing' by usability expert" (Article Review #5)

Assignment Number:
Article Review #5

Article Title
"Windows 8 interface called 'disappointing' by usability expert"

Article Author
Jared Newman
 

Article Publication Date
November 19, 2012

URL of Original Article

http://www.pcworld.com/article/2015073/windows-8-interface-called-disappointing-by-usability-expert.html

Article Summary

After a study, Jacob Nielsen came to the conclusion that windows 8 is disappointing for the users. Windows 8 is now interface consistent since it has both environments touch-friendly and desktop; also some tiles are to active and it is difficult to clearly identify which one you are looking at. Many of the thumbnails images do not display the app's name. 

Relevance to the Class

This clearly shows how important is to make sure that every design is user friendly. everything should be easier for the user that way they feel comfortable using it and they the brand loyalty grows.

Key Quote
“On a regular PC, Windows 8 is Mr. Hyde: a monster that terrorizes poor office workers and strangles their productivity.”