User blog comment:RayShepp654/New ME3 info from Xbox World Magazine (SPOILERS)/@comment-1786741-20110514040401/@comment-1900300-20110514042829

the quote was pointing out the changes between the ME an ME2 armors. it changed in texture between ME and ME2. just have a look at the contrast between what Conrad Verner's replica and what Shepard is wearing. Shepard's is bulkier, the texture gives the impression that it is made of tightly woven polymers rather than the dull plates that made the orginal. It has a more military, high tech look in comparison. and the simple gameplay change of how there is no more heavy and light armor, just the standard one.