Versions of Reality—Augmented, Virtual and Mixed
Mansi Kapoor · 2025
With the usage of the internet, finding and sharing of information became effortless with costs sliding down. Information was removed of all of its shackles and became widely and freely available to all, relatively speaking. With augmented reality (AR), we can visualise information just flying in the air and without the tablet, phone, literally flying from no where and everywhere. We are leaving the two-dimensional plane fast behind and will soon be interacting with things in real time and in the third dimension. The simple aspect can have multiple applications across industries and sectors and also in personal lives of people. Commercial applications seem exciting. Human capabilities can definitely be enhanced only if the transition is made thoughtfully. Will we all become digitised data sets or will we soon learn higher order skills faster is a question that needs to be thought about. Will the definition of reality too shift as its experience becomes different? And with mixed reality in the technology continuum, making rapid strides, human existence might just completely change. However, the responsible and ethical development and use of this technology will go a long way in reducing human anguish and conflict. AR/MR development must prioritise privacy from the start and must follow the principles privacy by design. Users should be given full information about data collection, usage and control over their experiences and finally guidelines are needed to address potential harms without stifling innovation