Five of the best online mapping apps

Plan runs, rides and walks with this selection of navigation aids – all of which allow you create, follow and share hiking and cycling routes

‘It’s great if you’re bored with Netflix’: video art flourishes in lockdown

From dogs’ plums to death metal shrieks, video artworks are finding a new audience hungry for culture that is accessible, original and bizarre

‘Hey Google, dim the lights’: how smart home devices can save money

From energy-saving bulbs to leak detectors, smart tech offers many benefits at the touch of a button

How Instagram changed our world

It started as a photo-sharing platform, but quickly rose to become the most influential app of our generation. Now, a forensic new book reveals the struggles and eccentricities of the men behind Instagram

Home office ergonomics: how to work from home without breaking your back

Keeping your eyes up, moving often and making sure your spine is supported are some of the keys to a healthy workspace – and they don’t require expensive equipment