Prosthetic Memory / Prosthetic Emotions

In the context of Polish politics of memory reveals how prosthetic memory can be deceptive and manipulative in its use of immersive presence…

Moreover, I would argue that VR does not stop at generating ‘prosthetic memories; it also extends to the creation of ‘prosthetic perspectives’ and ‘prosthetic emotions.’ By providing a sensory-rich and immersive experience, VR plays a pivotal role in shaping how people approach and make sense of past and current events…

Source: Spectacles!

Spectacle technology evolving. VR and immersive media do not just create prosthetic memories — they generate “prosthetic perspectives” and “prosthetic emotions.” The spectacle is no longer something you watch; it is something you inhabit. As immersive technology advances, the boundary between authentic and manufactured emotional experience dissolves, making the spectacle’s manipulation harder to detect.

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