[jwwest]

> or remove useless buttons like the calculator and timer buttons

Pure opinion here. Personally I use the calculator a lot on my phone, and love having a quick way to access it. The timer icon is actually the clock app, I got confused by the icon too.

After playing around with the Beta for a while, I can say that the design doesn't make sense until you actually use it. Give it some time.

[pagliara]

Just started playing with the beta and I have to agree, it is something you must experience to judge accurately. Using iOS 7 feels good. There will definitely be refinements to come, but I think it's a huge step in the right direction. The stock apps, especially the App Store app, feel much nicer to use.

Although I have to agree with the OP about the app icons. I just don't think they look that nice.