Explore the intersection of smart technologies and browsing experiences in this 44-minute talk by Zona Kostic, a research fellow at Harvard University. Delve into the challenges and opportunities of information search in physical and digital spaces, examining how smart applications, data visualization, and interactive technologies can enhance the browsing experience. Learn about human-machine communication, visual analytics, and complex visualization techniques. Discover the potential of virtual and augmented reality in transforming information retrieval and knowledge discovery. Gain insights into bridging the gap between physical and digital environments to support more efficient and serendipitous information foraging.