>Does that mean it should be illegal for someone to do this in their UI for the next 14 years, unless they pay license fees?
I feel very strongly against software patents. My only comment is choosing this to complain about. As far as software behaviors go, it is more novel than most.
Assuming the patent holder chooses to license it at all. Perceived competitors may not get the chance.
(I'm assuming this is a design patent. If not, it's 20 years, not 14.)