I think both are useful. If I'm talking with my Mom, or most people I would talk to on Facebook or say Linkedin it seems like a good fit but not most other plac

I think both are useful. If I'm talking with my Mom, or most people I would talk to on Facebook or say Linkedin it seems like a good fit but not most other places. Having an avatar in public places with randoms and the option for a realistic version in private places seems useful.