Presencetilan

Presencetilan is a term used in discussions of mediated presence to describe a composite construct that characterizes how users experience being present in distant or virtual environments. It aims to capture the felt immediacy and continuity of the space, as well as social connectedness, embodiment, and user agency within the environment. The concept draws on telepresence, presence in virtual reality, and multisensory integration research.

Origin and usage: Coined in the late 2010s to early 2020s in speculative design and human-computer interaction literature; the exact origin is unclear and usage remains interdisciplinary. The framework is often described as an integrative model rather than a single technology.

Dimensions: Researchers describe presencetilan as comprising several dimensions: immediacy of interaction (latency, responsiveness), spatial and temporal continuity (consistency of the environment across devices and over time), social presence (awareness of others and social cues), embodiment (alignment between user body and avatar or interface), and perceived agency or control.

Measurement and evaluation: Assessment typically uses subjective self-report scales, supported by objective metrics such as latency, frame rate, tracking accuracy, and cross-device synchronization. Qualitative methods may explore user narratives of presence.

Applications and critique: The construct has been discussed in the context of telepresence, remote collaboration, immersive VR/AR, and remote work. Critics note the lack of standardized measures and the risk of conflating presence with engagement or usability.