Category Archives: Desktop

Free, unlimited VPN now available in Opera desktop browser

VPN should be an essential tool for all internet users A free, no-log, easy-to-use VPN is available directly in the Opera desktop browser – out today. With this launch, Opera is the first major browser to release a built-in VPN service. “If people knew how the internet truly works, I believe they all would use […]

Improved video multitasking in Opera for computers

Users watch 842 000 hours of video pop out per month The latest version of Opera for computers, released today, revamps the new video pop out feature. This unique technology allows users to easily detach and move a video to the side of the screen, so they can continue watching while working, playing or doing […]

New battery saver in Opera extends battery life and reduces laptop overheating

A new battery saver feature is ready today in Opera for computers. Test results show that, once enabled, it extends a laptop’s battery life by up to 50%, while keeping the laptop cooler. Reducing overheating is especially important during the summer months when people travel with their laptops. The new battery savings are possible thanks […]

Opera adds a free built-in VPN to its desktop browser, first among major browsers

Opera is today unveiling a free VPN client with unlimited data usage in its newest developer version. All other VPNs for the major desktop browsers are extensions, with most of them based on a paid-subscription model or offering limited data usage. A VPN – or virtual private network – allows you to browse the web […]

Opera browser nearly doubles load speed by integrating ad-blocking technology directly into the browser engine

Opera for computers is launching an integrated ad-blocking feature in its newest developer version, out today – the first major PC browser to do so. Once enabled, the ad-blocking feature speeds up webpage load times by as much as 90%, compared to browsing with the option disabled. The integrated ad-blocking technology also gives on average […]

Opera for computers gets animated and delivers more privacy and convenience

With a new bookmark tree view, password synchronization and animated themes, as well as a convenient SurfEasy VPN download option, the latest version of Opera for computers brings you more privacy, convenience, and personalization options. More privacy Recent findings from Opera’s research shows that people really do care about privacy in the web, but they […]

Opera for computers is the first browser to offer sidebar extensions

Sidebar extensions, tiny pieces of software that you can use while you browse, are available on the latest version of the Opera for computers browser. With this exclusive feature, you can use notes and other handy tools right next to the web content and can even interact with it. You can now choose to have […]

Jon Hicks joins Opera Software to head its desktop-browser design team

Jon Hicks, the renowned graphic designer, has joined Opera Software to lead its desktop design team. He will be responsible for the user interface of Opera for computers, which is used by more than 55 million people. Previously, Jon Hicks worked for companies including Mozilla, Skype and Spotify. He has created logos, emoticons, interfaces and […]

Bookmark sharing comes to the Opera browser

Sharing links for multiple sites made easier Users of the Opera for computers browser can now easily share multiple bookmarks with their contacts. The new bookmark sharing option debuts today as a default option in the browser. The feature is available for Windows, Mac and Linux users. Bookmark sharing in Opera Until now, sharing lists […]