Abstract
As of 2025, extended reality (XR) refers to a spectrum of immersive technologies, including augmented reality (AR), augmented virtuality (AV), mixed reality (MR), and virtual reality (VR). Terminology in the XR field continues to evolve alongside technological capabilities and emerging use cases. As a result, the meanings of these terms are shifting, which can lead to ambiguity and confusion not only for the casual end user but for developers, researchers, instructors, and decision makers. In the spirit of exploration and open communication, this discussion panel with feature experts and enthusiasts to converse on XR terminologies and uses, how different understandings of hardware and software can impact collaboration, how we can better communicate, and which terms we love (and love to hate). The goal is to provide attendees with both conceptual clarity and actionable insights for advancing XR in real-world training and operational contexts.
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