> Even with old UIs there were definitely mis-use of UI elements Yes, but they were exceptions. Interface Hall of Shame has some examples http://hallofshame.gp

> Even with old UIs there were definitely mis-use of UI elements Yes, but they were exceptions. Interface Hall of Shame has some examples http://hallofshame.gp.co.at/ http://hallofshame.gp.co.at/ > Winamp was very "non native" but the default skin was consistent, clean, and fast. Visual aside, Winamp follows certain standards. Buttons are buttons, for example.