I don't think google gets design. Everything google that I've interfaced with has been met with some level of cursing and frustration. The other day I was trying to use google maps and almost had a breakdown out of frustration. It wasn't ALWAYS like this, mind you.
I will agree that their stuff is certainly prettier now, but I've found the usability has tanked across the board. I'd rather have something I can use than something that just looks nice.
I will agree that their stuff is certainly prettier now, but I've found the usability has tanked across the board. I'd rather have something I can use than something that just looks nice.