Whether due to the expense or eco concerns, there are many reasons not to splash out on high-end goods, especially if they’ll only be used once – but could the sharing economy offer a solution? Canvas8 polled 3,100 Britons and spoke to eight people about their views on luxury rental services.

More and more Americans are harnessing connected devices as household guards, secretaries, and entertainers. But as privacy fears mount and constant notifications add to digital fatigue, tech risks wearing out its welcome in the home. How can gadgets be better integrated into domestic settings?

In a bid to get younger generations praying, the Vatican has released a “click to pray” e-bracelet linked up to a smartphone app. It’s playing on young people’s penchant for wearable tech and data tracking, hoping to bring that habit into the personal act of prayer.

Form has released smart-tech goggles to help serious swimmers optimise their performance and track their swim sessions in real-time. The goggles’ hyper-specific functions demonstrate a demand for wearable tech that's diversified to suit specific requirements.