Technology is part of every aspect of our lives. But amongst the innovation, there are questions about what exactly we’re trading in for these advancements. Do smartphones actually disconnect us? Has Google made us stupid? And is making friends with robots messing up our kids?

At concerts, the urge to document on smartphones is often prioritised over the experience itself, affecting the atmosphere for performers and fans alike. In response, video app Soundhalo attempts to offer its users the best of both worlds.

61% of Americans own a smartphone, spending about two hours on it a day. This has led to the birth of the smartphone zombie - those who dawdle along, walking slowly, face buried in their phone. In Washington DC, they now have their own walking lane.

Research has found that 25% of couples think their partner is distracted by their smartphone. But it's not all bad news - 27% said the internet has impacted on their relationship in a positive manner.