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UI Changes

Windows 11 introduces significant UI changes, including a centered start menu and taskbar, which marks a departure from the traditional left-aligned layout. Andrew Manganelli notes that while this new design might appeal to a broader audience, it feels unfamiliar to long-time Windows users who are accustomed to the old setup 1. Marques Brownlee adds that desktop operating systems should remain simple and intuitive, focusing more on functionality than aesthetics 1.

Desktop OSes have always been, and probably always should be pretty boring. It just needs to look good and clean and simple and work the way I intuitively expect it to.

--- Marques Brownlee

Additionally, the introduction of widgets and rounded corners aims to modernize the interface, although Andrew reminisces about the mixed reception of similar features in Windows Vista 2.

   

Market Anticipation

Market anticipation for Windows 11 is high, with leaks revealing a more streamlined and app-focused design. Andrew Manganelli describes the new layout as being more aligned with mobile platforms, featuring centered toolbars and pinned apps 3. This shift towards a mobile-like interface is seen as a move to attract users who prefer simplicity and accessibility in their operating systems.

The main thing they've done here is cleaning up the toolbar on the bottom and centering it. It feels like it's going more towards like almost a mobile platform.

--- Andrew Manganelli

Marques Brownlee expresses skepticism about the centered design, indicating that it might not resonate with everyone 1. The official announcement is eagerly awaited, with expectations set for June 24 3.