The new Duolingo project aims to teach people a new language while they simultaneously translate the internet. The project’s ultimate aim is to get 100 million people to translate the web into every major language... for free.

Gone are the days where intrepid travellers would touch down on foreign soil without having any clue how to get around. In today's hyperconnected world, travellers are able to thoroughly research, itemise and plan their holidays on a level that's never before been possible.

First you let your dog bark into the iPhone mic. The app then uses a special algorithm to analyze what your dog wants from you and display it on the iPhone screen.It also contains a feature to encourage dog owners to connect with each other on Twitter.

While WhatsApp wins over the West and WeChat conquers China, messaging app LINE has taken Japan by storm. With 400 million users worldwide, and 52 million in Japan alone, LINE's bright and vibrant customisable stickers are hugely popular – but can they really replace text?