Speaking to Businessweek, Croen said, “If this is done well, we’ll create the experience of talking to a real human being.”

It’s not hard to see how far the technology could go. Anyone who is an expert could virtualize themselves through video to address user questions as a way of promoting themselves. Beyond simply advice seeking, fans could also download their favorite musician, writer, or movie star and conduct virtual interviews that feel like real experiences. It’s hard not to think of an industry that couldn’t utilize this tech — even politicians could utilize it to get their message across or communicate their stance to constituents.

Ref: Smartphone App Lets You Carry Human Experts Around In Your Pocket – Singularity HUB