Tech Wrap: Nokia launches ACs, iPhone 12 is the best 5G smartphone of 2020

More tech news includes Skype for Android getting chat bubbles and Google launching new insight tools for the travel industry.

Here's what happened in tech today (Pixabay)

It was an interesting day in the world of technology today. On one hand, the iPhone 12 was crowned as the top-selling 5G smartphone of 2020. On the other hand, Nokia and Flipkart launched a range of ACs in India.

In addition to that, Microsoft brought chat bubbles to Skype on Android.

So, here's what happened in tech today:

iPhone 12 is the best selling 5G smartphone of 2020

Counterpoint Research today published a report which said that the iPhone 12 is the world's best-selling 5G smartphone in 2020. The iPhone 12 grabbed 16% market share, while the iPhone 12 Pro grabbed an 8% market share as far as the top 5G smartphones around the world are concerned.

Nokia, Flipkart launch ACs in India

Nokia in partnership with Flipkart launched a line of air conditioners in India. This new range of air conditioners starts at ₹30,999 and they will be available on Flipkart starting December 29.

Skype for Android gets chat bubbles

Microsoft today rolled out Android 11's chat bubbles in Skype's Android app. Users will have to download Skype version 8.67 from the Play Store to use this feature.

Google launches new insight tools for Travel Industry

Google today launched a new website to help the travel industry in India. The website called ‘Travel Insights with Google' gives insights on tourism demand trends and booking trends among others.

MediaTek 1000+ 5G SoC-based phones to launch in India in early 2021

MediaTek today said that MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ will power its next wave of 5G handsets, which will hit the market, including India, next year.