I 100% agree with his points. The whole discussion around skeuomorphism is wrong and dangerous. Basically, he saying that textures and rich graphics enhance the experience and for the first time, most users have devices capable of rendering it well. We shouldn't be acting like there is some blanket approach to design. Textures and real world design reference work very well in some cases and others not. Its a semantic argument that is honestly not pushing the industry forward, IMO.
I 100% agree with his points. The whole discussion around skeuomorphism is wrong and dangerous. Basically, he saying that textures and rich graphics enhance the experience and for the first time, most users have devices capable of rendering it well. We shouldn't be acting like there is some blanket approach to design. Textures and real world design reference work very well in some cases and others not. Its a semantic argument that is honestly not pushing the industry forward, IMO.