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News · 18 Jan 2011 · MTW Editorial Team
Microsoft’s soon to be launched re-designed microsoft.com website is now using the famous Metro UI introduced in Windows Phone 7 last year. You will now experience the same pivot and panorama design and animations when clicking on the icon and moving from one section to another. It does look a bit cluttered at times but this just goes to show the importance of Windows Phone 7 and it’s UI. I personally wouldn’t be surprised to see the same design and user experience in the upcoming Windows 8 OS and its Jupiter UI framework. Check it out here.
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