Distractions abound in the age of the smartphone as work emails, social media notifications, and news updates keep people glued to their devices. The Thrive Away app is helping people regain control of their digital lives and set healthy boundaries by screening all incoming mobile activity.

Worries over children’s screen-time fell during the pandemic, but for Aussie parents, it’s still a top concern. Hoping to ease this is 1Question, which requires kids to answer a math, English, or science question before accessing apps, embedding micro-learning moments into on-screen journeys.

Social distancing saw many Americans rely on technology to work and stay entertained – as screen-time spiked, people split their time across numerous devices. Canvas8 polled 1,000 Americans and spoke to seven to find out how the pandemic has impacted their relationship with tech.

With no visible product or service on offer, Nothing Tech was shrouded in mystery when it was announced in January 2021. Despite this, the self-described ‘consumer-based technology’ brand has attracted more than $22 million in investment from both everyday people and big names in the tech world.