Experiencing someone through video and audio is incomparable to the real thing, despite being such a technological advancement.The face on the screen and the sound of the voice in the speakers is only a poor representation of you. It fails to communicate, not only your touch, smell, etc., but also so much of your way of being - your essence.
Connections
Atheists & Techno-Optimists - Opposing Questions On Living Meaningfully
Reference
At the Existentialist Café