10 Facts About Mediated reality

Computer-mediated reality refers to the ability to add to, subtract information from, or otherwise manipulate one's perception of reality through the use of a wearable computer or hand-held device such as a smartphone.

Mediated reality is a proper superset of mixed reality, augmented reality, and virtual reality, as it includes, for example, diminished reality.

Computer-mediated reality has been used to enhance visual perception as an aid to the visually impaired.

Use of computer-mediated reality to diminish perception, by the removal or masking of visual data, has been used for architectural applications, and is an area of ongoing research.

Long-term effects of altering perceived Mediated reality have not been thoroughly studied, and negative side effects of long-term exposure might be possible.

Applications of mediated reality include devices that help people see better, as well as devices for gaming and equipment repair, telemedicine, remote expert advice interfaces, and wayfinding.

Mediated reality is used in robotics and drawing applications such as the "Loose and Sketchy" drawing package.

One key application of computer-mediated reality is healthcare and medicine, which has become a popular research area, specifically beginning in the 1990s with the field growing larger over time.

Virtual Mediated reality has been used to aid those with a fear of heights, anxiety, depression, and autism.

Mediated reality is related to other concepts such as augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, etc.