Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

Jeff's point is kind of trite.

I imagine people that routinely had to substitute 10.2 from 10.21 would notice.

This title should be something like "Don't expect much of a buzz if you don't change the UI". Swombat's comment perfectly highlights how UI affects human psychology. If people feel a difference then they will talk about it.



I agree, that would be a better title.

I never thought about this and it may be a good idea to make UI changes so improvements are more visible, but he just goes way overboard with his last statement:

Don't bother improving your product unless it results in visible changes the user can see, find, and hopefully appreciate.

I would say improve your product regardless if the changes aren't visible, but make UI changes every now and then so users feel improvements are being made.




Consider applying for YC's Summer 2026 batch! Applications are open till May 4

Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: