Navigating reality has become an almost constant shock to the system. With the ongoing cost of living crisis, wars, political polarisation, and global environmental issues, life’s stresses are becoming increasingly difficult to escape. With individuals and collectives in a perpetual state of disturbance, peop...

People are craving comfort. Amid what can feel like a state of constant crisis – a layering of traumatic societal events – it can sometimes seem like we’ve lost a sense of scale and cohesion. In the face of this, the desire to retreat into nostalgia is more seductive than ever.

Apple’s Vision Pro attempts to offer mixed reality immersion without sacrificing authentic interactions in the real world. As Gen Zers battle with the paradox of being digitally native, but wanting to switch off, many are wanting tech to complement offline activities rather than replace them.

When Apple announced its virtual reality (VR) headset, the Apple Vision Pro, praise for its usability, privacy, data, and tech advancements began circulating. But as AR technologies become increasingly adopted in the mainstream, how are brands making advanced tech more accessible and easy to use?

A survey has shown that Britons are seeking out books as a form of escapism over other methods, such as going out or using streaming platforms. These findings demonstrate how people are looking for slower entertainment, reflected in the fact that bookstores and BookTok have exploded in popularity.

Research has revealed that Gen Zers enjoy reading physical books more than e-book alternatives, often preferring to support local, indie bookstores. It's a sign of how young people are turning to slow, IRL experiences to escape tech and embrace time offline through digital detoxes.