With the spread of technology, companies are exploring the ways household chores can be made more bearable. Amazon is appealing to grocery-hating mothers everywhere with Amazon Dash – the kitchen assistant intended to do for the shopping list what Kindle did for the e-book.

Tony Fadell, the man who helped oversee the design of Apple's iPod and iPhone, has designed a new thermostat, as beautiful as any Apple device and just as smart inside; a thermostat that promises to 'learn' the patterns of its users.

The arrival of the first connected light bulb will allow users to change the colour, mood and brightness of their home from their smartphone. In the pursuit of greater control and personalisation, the home is undergoing a digital redecoration.

Representing nearly 20 percent of the online population in the US, the so-called ‘Power Mums’, who rely on technology to stay connected with their families and organise their busy lives, wield more influence than ever before.

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?

A new wave of technological advancements is making it easier than ever to plug into a techno-utopian automated lifestyle, as people increasingly expect to exchange minimum input for maximum output.

In an increasingly connected world, people are looking to the internet and technology to solve everyday problems. Tile combines the seamless simplicity of the internet of things with the benefits of a global community to help find lost items.

Applying 'smart' technology in fresh and innovative ways, Dornbracht's holistic Smart Water system seamlessly connects bathroom components while providing a plethora of customisation options.