rogerd - 2:28 pm on Sep 11, 2006 (gmt 0)

Microsoft has seen how design has helped Apple over the years, and no doubt would like to emulate that. Their xBox 360 definitely has a much more sophisticated than the old black box. With PCs, though, they have to rely on OEMs like Dell et al. That makes it a bit tougher.

Interesting comments in the article by design guru Don Norman, who thinks PCs should be less high-tech looking and more compatible with a home environment. Remember years ago when a few small firms were putting bulky desktops into wood boxes (or at least veneer or simulated wood)? I haven't seen them lately, but maybe it's time for a comeback. A nice mahogany laptop would look perfect in my den. :)