Trust and attitude toward information presented using augmented reality and other technological means

Area of Science:

• Human-computer interaction
• Digital media studies
• Cognitive psychology

Background:

• Augmented reality (AR) adoption is rising among smartphone users.
• Digital information consumption is increasing across diverse formats.
• Understanding information trust across different presentation modes is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate how presentation modes affect information trust.
• To analyze the influence of demographic variables, personality traits, and thinking styles on trust.
• To assess trust levels for information presented via image+text, image+audio, AR+text, and AR+audio.

Main Methods:

• Experimental design presenting statements in various formats.
• Participants evaluated the truthfulness of statements.
• Data collected on user trust across different presentation modes.

Main Results:

• Statements presented with AR generated higher user trust than those with static images.
• Younger participants exhibited greater trust in audio-presented information over text.
• Demographic and cognitive factors may influence trust in digital information.

Conclusions:

• AR technology significantly enhances user trust in digital content.
• Audio presentation may foster greater trust, particularly among younger demographics.
• Users should exercise caution regarding AR's influence on information credibility.