Vizohet

Vizohet is a speculative term used in science fiction and theoretical discussions to describe an immersive visual augmentation system that blends the real world with digitally generated imagery. In its imagined form, vizohet enables a user to perceive multiple layers of information—environmental data, contextual narration, and virtual graphics—overlaid onto the actual scene.

A typical depiction involves a lightweight wearable interface, such as glasses or contact lenses, a compact processing unit, and access to diverse data sources, including cameras, sensors, and cloud services. Output may be delivered through retinal projection or holographic overlays, with control often facilitated by eye movements, voice, or neural interfaces.

Originally coined in speculative discussions beginning in the early 21st century, the term lacks a single official definition and is not established as a real technology. Its usage varies across works, highlighting debates about perceptual integrity, privacy, and cognitive load.

Potential applications in fiction include enhanced situational awareness for investigators or soldiers, remote collaboration, and immersive training. Real-world concerns center on privacy, security, misinformation, sensory overload, and unequal access.

In critical and design discussions, vizohet serves as a lens to examine the ethical, technical, and social implications of pervasive perceptual augmentation.