Recent News, 2014

Opera Software launches Cats by Opera browser project

Norwegian browser company introduces the feline-first web browser concept Humans have long been in a privileged position on the internet. Keyboards are hard to use, curated content is homo sapiens-oriented and – quite frankly – boring for four-legged creatures. Yet, billions and billions of people coast the web in search of funny cats and cute […]

The top ten African websites map

What are the differences in surfing habits across the African continent? As more and more Africans pick up their mobile phones and head onto the web, patterns in their surfing habits start to emerge. In this State of the Mobile Web report, Opera Software provides an overview of the most popular websites and the mobile […]

RCA to launch Opera-powered Smart TVs in the United States

RCA, the renowned TV brand, is revamping its Smart TV portfolio. Today, Opera announces its partnership with ON Corporation, one of RCA’s brand licensees, to help bring popular online content, hundreds of TV apps and full internet browsing to cater the increasing OTT demand from a growing number of couch surfers in the United States. These TVs will hit the […]

Think global, app local

Vestel expands brands’ app offerings with Opera TV Store Vestel, the largest TV manufacturer in Europe, has extended its content offering with the Opera TV Store, joining the growing list of customers launching Opera Software’s TV application platform. The move seeks to increase the volume of local app content rapidly across all Vestel’s Smart TV […]

Opera TV Snap hits the prime time

More video publishers are a minute away from their own TV apps The Opera TV Snap technology is expanding today to even more online video platforms, as Opera Software becomes first in the industry to launch a portal that takes content owners from TV app creation to deployment – for free. Now, even more publishers […]

Opera Devices SDK in pole position for TV Connect

Opera hybrid TV for Blink and YouTube enhancements for a richer TV offering The Opera Devices SDK (Software Development Kit) is shifting up a gear as it extends its HbbTV capabilities to the Blink engine and adds official certification for implementing YouTube on TV. In time for the TV Connect exhibition starting tomorrow in London, […]

Stay cool in the night with Opera Mini 8

Opera Mini 8 brings private mode, night mode and new looks to Java-running phones and BlackBerry OS Looking for a better mobile web experience on your basic phone or BlackBerry device? Opera Mini 8 is out now, with a restyled look and features that bring out the best in your mobile phone. Custom made for […]

Video chat to go, no app needed

Opera 20 for Android launches today, with WebRTC and GetUserMedia Just as smartphones have gone through tremendous development in recent years, their mobile web browsers are getting more and more advanced. Now, with today’s update of the Opera for Android mobile browser, another task that previously required an app is possible right from the web […]

Five browser design trends to explore today

Opera 20 for Windows and Mac released Your browser is the desktop app you spend the most of your time with. And, as with any other tool designed for everyday use, you expect it to be highly efficient and reliable, while also preferring it to be just that little bit stylish. Opera Software presents some […]

Nordic countries have a craving for online news

Data from the users of the Opera Mini web browser indicates the norse people love their local news outlets What is it with the Nordic countries and their obsession with news on the web? In the latest State of the Mobile Web report, Opera Software takes a look at the surfing habits of Opera Mini […]