Tag 2012

2012 was a great year! Here are some notable events and trends that took place that year:

Technology:

• The first iPad mini was released in October.
• The Samsung Galaxy S III was one of the most popular smartphones of the year.
• The Windows 8 operating system was released in October.
• The social media platform Instagram was acquired by Facebook for $1 billion.

Music:

• The album "Some Nights" by Fun. was a huge commercial success, reaching number one on the US Billboard 200 chart.
• The song "Call Me Maybe" by Carly Rae Jepsen became a global hit and reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
• The album "21" by Adele won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.

Movies:

• The Avengers, The Dark Knight Rises, and The Hunger Games were some of the most popular movies of the year.
• The film "Lincoln" won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
• The movie "The Hunger Games" became a cultural phenomenon and grossed over $694 million worldwide.

Politics:

• Barack Obama was re-elected as President of the United States, defeating Mitt Romney in the presidential election.
• The European sovereign-debt crisis continued to affect the global economy.
• The United States and other countries imposed sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program.

Sports:

• The Miami Heat won the NBA championship, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals.
• The New York Giants won Super Bowl XLVI, defeating the New England Patriots.
• The London Summer Olympics took place in July and August, with the United States winning the most medals.

Fashion:

• The "Oversized" trend was popular, with oversized clothing and accessories being worn by celebrities and fashionistas alike.
• The "Neon" trend was also popular, with neon-colored clothing and accessories being worn to make a statement.
• The "Boho Chic" trend continued to be popular, with flowy, eclectic clothing and accessories being worn by many.

Food and Drink:

• The "Foodie" trend continued to grow, with people becoming more interested in trying new and exotic foods.
• The "Craft Beer" trend continued to grow, with many breweries opening up across the United States and other countries.
• The "Vegan" trend continued to grow, with more people adopting a plant-based diet.

These are just a few of the many notable events and trends that took place in 2012. It was a year that saw many changes and developments in technology, music, movies, politics, sports, fashion, and food and drink.