Skeuomorphic Design: Lessons from Apple's Golden Era

Skeuomorphic Design: Lessons from Apple's Golden Era

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Revolution by Design: The Years That Changed Application Experience
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Revolution by Design: The Years That Changed Application Experience

Looking Back at the Principles That Reshaped Apple’s Design Ethos

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Michael Darius
Oct 15, 2023
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The "golden era" of Apple from 1999-2005 marked a profound shift in application design, ushering in principles that emphasized people-centricity. Prior to this period, software often presented people with daunting learning curves. However, during these transformative years, We were able to bring people to the forefront, championing familiar design. The …

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