Google’s Material Design →

Like Gruber, this design language reminds me a lot of webOS. The animations are playful, and the colors are relaxing. Matías Duarte is working to make Google more approachable and friendly. It’s a lot less Tron and a lot more Monument Valley. Where Apple’s using transparency to show depth, Google is using motion and subtle shadows. In many ways, this feels closer to OS X Yosemite than iOS 8 does. While I haven’t played with it yet, from what I’ve seen, I’m a fan.