Technology at home and work plays a major role in sedentary lifestyles – but could it also provide a solution? Younger generations are embracing mobile apps and smart devices to monitor their physical condition, and their approach to nutrition and fitness is evolving the definition of ‘health’.

Wearables perform various different functions, all embedded into everyday products like watches and shoes. So, should they be positioned as tech or jewellery in-store? Marketing professors Michael Solomon, Marzena Nieroda and Mona Mrad spoke to salespeople at major UK retailers to find out.

L’Oréal's announcement of connected mascara and smart skin protection exemplifies how technology and beauty can co-exist. Now, French start-up Feeligold is hoping to jump on the bandwagon too, offering people the opportunity to banish wrinkles via their smartphones.

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.