By Winfred Kuria
From money transactions made real time to chores around the house turning to fun activities, technology in 2015 definitely went way above the consumer's expectation.

The smartphone became more affordable and accessible across the market grid with manufacturers striving to simplify technology for a wide usability.

Laptops and tablets also entered a new regime influenced by demand from consumers, who resort to "work on the go," away from the traditional working hours.

Brands like Asus and Microsoft introduced two-in-one gadgets to separate the office from leisure by just switching laptops to tablets.

To complement personal gadgets, the year saw an explosion of new vendors with new applications, from those that monitor your intelligence to those that recommend your next meal.

From Android to Windows and iOS, operating systems strived to remain relevant in providing smartphone users with hands-on technology.

Health applications definitely stood out creating seamless connection with your body without necessarily having to visit a doctor. Technology brought with it a new day where your smartphone can collect, report and respond to information from your body.

Ngai Mwathani!!