[ashr]

As compared to what? A traditional desktop like interface with application icons scattered over the background? As in... iOS?

One would think that the live tiles with continuously updated information show more "connection" with the user.

[pbz]

From a purely aesthetic point of view, I kind of feel the same as toddmorey. I find it too cold, too precise, too machine-like. It's like looking at a 3D rendition of a face versus an actual picture. A little bit of roundness here and there, subtle transparency, or at least shades of color could help.

[zmonkeyz]

Amen. This is probably coming from people who think that a computer which basically resembles a thin slab of aluminum is not too "cold". It's basically minimalist which is what Apple strives for these days and does a good job with. The really interesting design choices in Metro (to me) will be apps with a lot of text ala Outlook.