Nomophobia – the fear of going without your phone – is well documented, particularly among younger people. So how can schools persuade kids to ignore their phones in class? Across the US, Pocket Points is rewarding students for every minute their phones remain locked.

By making a New Year’s resolution, you’re acknowledging that some things in your life could be improved. But is the start of January really going to make you exercise regularly or quit smoking? Canvas8 sat down with 20 men and women to find out whether these annual goals are still relevant.

Many people use mobile apps and wearable technology to track their fitness and get motivated, but more often than not, they fail to achieve the desired change in their actual daily habits and behaviours. MOTI – a Tamagotchi-like device – promises to give you that little nudge towards a better you.

With Gen Yers squeezing into ever smaller spaces in cities, it may seem like an unlikely time for a gardening boom. But there’s a whole generation of well-heeled and house-proud urbanites looking to make the most of their outdoor areas, and London-based Patch is helping their gardens grow.