Hyper Light Drifter – how heart disease inspired one of 2016’s great games
The central character in this brilliant new game is haunted by a deadly illness – something with which creator Alex Preston is all-too familiar
Five of the best meditation apps
Boost your mindfulness and try to rise above digital distractions with these apps to carve out time for peaceful reflection
Five apps to help social media addicts fight Fomo
Some teens are glued to social media feeds, and research suggests it’s causing anxiety and sleeplessness, but there are ways of taking back control
Surge in teenagers self-poisoning renews mental health concerns
Almost two in three poisonings are intentional – up 50% in past 20 years – with young women most affected, data shows
From app doctors to big data: five ways tech will shape healthcare
From video conferencing your GP to tracking viral outbreaks of disease, a panel of experts shared insights into the changing face of healthcare
Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman by Lindy West – ‘I never wanted internet trolls to be my beat’
West’s memoir is full of a wild, joyous vulgarity and ranges from body images and rape threats to puberty and her love for her husband
What are the best RSI solutions for computer working?
I’ve seen alternative mice, pens and rollerballs but don’t know if any actually work
How to use technology to sleep better
Tired of being tired? Instead of banning electronics from the bedroom, tech can help you get to sleep faster, sleep better and wake up feeling more refreshed
How much do you know about the online lives of kids? – quiz
The knowledge gap between adults and digital natives can sometimes feel huge. How much do you know about their online lives?
From swim watches to yoga apps, seven fitness gadgets to get you going
Whether it’s Hi-Tec’s activity tracker or JAM Transit’s sweat-resistant headphones, everyone needs a new incentive. So what are you waiting for?