We’re now constantly connected – the average person checks their phone 150 times a day – but it’s an unwanted burden for many. Canvas8 spoke with cyborg anthropologist Amber Case, author of Calm Technology, to understand the importance of designing tech that respects people’s limited attention.

Whether it was the impressive battery life, the fact it seemed indestructible, or simply a love of Snake II, there’s an enduring fondness for the Nokia 3310. And now, the model is getting a revamp, with a new version offering a perfect combination of functionality and nostalgia.

While 82% of people think that cleaner energy is an important goal to work towards, the incessant demand for connected devices is hampering efforts to go green. With big name brands investing in renewable energies, researchers are urging the communications industry to take note.

Smartphones are no longer just a means of communicating. They wake us up, get us from A to B and even help us find love. We’ve almost forgotten their original purpose. Text trumps voicecalls and apps trump SMS – it’s a good time to ask – what’s the future of the mobile phone?