There it is – the new Microsoft logo.
I have to say, it’s not blowing me away but it’s alright – doesn’t offend my eyes, easily recognizable, simple, in keeping with Metro Modern.
I’d like to see the squares slanted, in a more dynamic style – what are your thoughts?
Redmond say:
The logo has two components: the logotype and the symbol. For the logotype, we are using the Segoe font which is the same font we use in our products as well as our marketing communications. The symbol is important in a world of digital motion (as demonstrated in the video above.) The symbol’s squares of color are intended to express the company’s diverse portfolio of products.
This video is quite cool and adds some dynamism to the whole thing:
See the full post over on Technet here:
http://blogs.technet.com/b/microsoft_blog/archive/2012/08/23/microsoft-unveils-a-new-look.aspx
Cloudy with a chance of Licensing 