Lifelogging is a concept that involves the continuous, automated capture and storage of an individual's daily experiences, activities, and interactions through various digital devices and sensors. This practice aims to create a comprehensive, searchable, and retrievable digital archive of one's life, enabling the user to review, reflect upon, and gain insights from their personal data. Lifelogging encompasses the collection of a wide range of data types, including photos, videos, audio recordings, location information, biometric data, and digital communications. The proliferation of smartphones, wearable devices, and IoT technologies has made lifelogging increasingly accessible and seamless, allowing users to effortlessly record their lives without significant manual intervention. While lifelogging offers potential benefits such as enhanced self-awareness, memory augmentation, and personalized healthcare, it also raises important concerns regarding privacy, data security, and the psychological implications of constant self-monitoring. As the field continues to evolve, researchers and developers are exploring ways to optimize the lifelogging experience while addressing the ethical and technical challenges associated with this emerging practice.
digital memory, quantified self, personal informatics, self-tracking, wearable technology, privacy concerns
CITATION : "Robert Anderson. 'Lifelogging.' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/?E=432173 (Accessed on June 08, 2025)"
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