Predicted to reach $100 billion in 2017, the gaming industry shows no signs of slowing. But console manufacturers and game developers are always looking to create new gaming experiences, and immersive technologies are gaining more traction.

Computers are an increasingly important part of life, but interaction with them remains much the same. Leap Motion challenges established barriers, signaling a movement towards invisible technology and a future where human and computer work as one.

Augmented reality can create immersive user experiences, but little thought has been given to the powerful sensation of touch. REVEL is a new form of technology that changes the feel of real objects by superimposing virtual textures onto them.

India-based Lechal has released a shoe with smart insoles that uses Bluetooth to connect with wearers' smartphones. People can set where they want to go on their phones and the shoes will navigate them to their destination – via either the left or right shoe vibrating.

Reading is an emotional experience. Books can make you laugh, cry or feel scared - but can technology make them even more immersive? MIT's Media Lab has created a book that lets you really feel and experience first-hand the emotions and environments described in the text.

Technology has become an unparalleled part of every aspect of our lives, dominating our work, our social lives, our hobbies and even our healthcare. But at what point does our changing relationship with technology become a problem? And how do we fix it?

With half a billion wearable devices shipping in the next few years and going straight onto wrists, shoes, glasses and lapels, soon interacting with smart cities will seem as 'normal' as checking Facebook.

People prefer wearable devices that are unobtrusive, fit into daily life and existing habits, and look stylish. But even if all these boxes are ticked, do they really want to wear technology on their wrists, faces and around their necks?