iPlayer redesign takes cues from iTunes
The BBC’s fantastic iPlayer website has seen a slight redesign today, adding ‘most recent’, ‘last chance’ and ‘most popular’ sections. Each video also has a ‘more like this’ column down the side of the page. While it detracts slightly from the site’s minimalistic style, it makes finding content a little easier. iPod users might note similarities between it and the iTunes Store, which also has very similar features.
Upon closer inspection, there are a few other new tweaks. The buttons on the left now expand when clicked to reveal options, rather than producing a large menu as before. A couple of new buttons also make browsing channels and finding shows by name easier.
It’s nice to see the iPlayer’s first tune up since launch. I use it almost every day, so it’s a welcome redesign.
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