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Comparing Aero and Metro highlights a preference for the former, while expressing a longing for the latter.

Comparing Aero and Metro highlights a preference for the former, while expressing a longing for the latter.

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CurlyFry77
Member
141
11-04-2016, 07:07 AM
#1
I appreciate the overall appearance of Windows 10, but I find myself longing for the smoother aesthetic of Vista and 7. In fact, I’d say Metro (the look of 8 and 10) feels like a step down. Aero is sleek and rounded, while Metro tends to be sharp and sometimes harsh—many elements feel blunt or overly angular, with flat, square buttons that lack soft edges. Everyone seems to prefer a more rounded, elegant look. I don’t necessarily dislike Windows 10, but I’d prefer the style of Vista or 7 more. The difference is noticeable.
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CurlyFry77
11-04-2016, 07:07 AM #1

I appreciate the overall appearance of Windows 10, but I find myself longing for the smoother aesthetic of Vista and 7. In fact, I’d say Metro (the look of 8 and 10) feels like a step down. Aero is sleek and rounded, while Metro tends to be sharp and sometimes harsh—many elements feel blunt or overly angular, with flat, square buttons that lack soft edges. Everyone seems to prefer a more rounded, elegant look. I don’t necessarily dislike Windows 10, but I’d prefer the style of Vista or 7 more. The difference is noticeable.

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AwsomeGamer79
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137
11-05-2016, 09:44 AM
#2
I really like Metro. Sawwy Aero was overloaded with features, in my opinion.
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AwsomeGamer79
11-05-2016, 09:44 AM #2

I really like Metro. Sawwy Aero was overloaded with features, in my opinion.

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MrOsiRis
Junior Member
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11-05-2016, 12:29 PM
#3
I favor Metro TBH.
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MrOsiRis
11-05-2016, 12:29 PM #3

I favor Metro TBH.

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Repertition
Member
186
11-05-2016, 02:41 PM
#4
The only thing I regret is a clear taskbar.
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Repertition
11-05-2016, 02:41 PM #4

The only thing I regret is a clear taskbar.

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NormaleRobin
Junior Member
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11-06-2016, 05:53 AM
#5
It's clear to see
still open to discussion
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NormaleRobin
11-06-2016, 05:53 AM #5

It's clear to see
still open to discussion

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Pokemon2621
Junior Member
3
11-06-2016, 08:36 AM
#6
You're asking about visual choices and why they might be considered negative. It's about understanding how options can impact perception.
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Pokemon2621
11-06-2016, 08:36 AM #6

You're asking about visual choices and why they might be considered negative. It's about understanding how options can impact perception.

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ReelFishn
Member
169
11-06-2016, 12:21 PM
#7
They introduced essential transparency features from Vista since "just use Mac OS, our interface will be way superior, honestly."
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ReelFishn
11-06-2016, 12:21 PM #7

They introduced essential transparency features from Vista since "just use Mac OS, our interface will be way superior, honestly."

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Jovani_Salami
Member
65
11-13-2016, 11:16 AM
#8
Not clear enough for you—I’m still on Windows 8.1 and haven’t got version 10 yet.
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Jovani_Salami
11-13-2016, 11:16 AM #8

Not clear enough for you—I’m still on Windows 8.1 and haven’t got version 10 yet.

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Fireryan1
Member
54
11-14-2016, 10:37 AM
#9
I appreciate the interface in Windows 8.1. The animations appear significantly more fluid.
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Fireryan1
11-14-2016, 10:37 AM #9

I appreciate the interface in Windows 8.1. The animations appear significantly more fluid.

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Barrelrollz
Member
133
11-28-2016, 12:03 AM
#10
You can keep performance even when it’s turned off. It’s simply true. Vista and 7 offer richer visual choices compared to 8.1 and 10. This is due to their focus on desktop environments, whereas 8 and 10 are built for mobile use. Why do desktop users have to endure such a slow, battery-hungry experience?
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Barrelrollz
11-28-2016, 12:03 AM #10

You can keep performance even when it’s turned off. It’s simply true. Vista and 7 offer richer visual choices compared to 8.1 and 10. This is due to their focus on desktop environments, whereas 8 and 10 are built for mobile use. Why do desktop users have to endure such a slow, battery-hungry experience?

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