Opera One Launches AI-Powered Browser for iOS with Built-In VPN and Ad Blocker
August 14, 2024Opera has officially launched its AI-powered Opera One browser for iOS, following a successful beta testing phase.
This new version for iPhone users expands Opera One's accessibility, which was previously available only on desktop and Android platforms.
The iOS version is available for free on the App Store, mirroring its desktop debut over a year ago.
Opera One features a clean and user-friendly interface optimized for mobile devices, making it easy to navigate.
A bottom-placed search bar enhances accessibility, offering quick suggestions and integrating with the Aria AI assistant.
The built-in AI feature, Aria, assists users with web searches, text and image generation, and supports voice input.
Opera One also includes a built-in ad blocker and free VPN service, significantly enhancing user privacy and security.
Users can easily activate Reader Mode to minimize distractions while reading online content.
The browser introduces a new carousel view on the start page, providing personalized news, live scores, and product tips.
It's noteworthy that all iOS browsers, including Opera, are built on Apple's WebKit, resulting in a similar underlying platform to Safari.
Since its launch, the Opera browser has been downloaded over 50 million times on iOS, although its growth has slowed in recent years.
Users are encouraged to try out Opera One for an efficient browsing experience, available for download on the App Store.
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TechCrunch • Aug 13, 2024
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