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Opera, the leading European browser developer, has announced that it will launch a new AI-powered browser for iOS in Europe, called Opera One for iOS. The new browser will be built on Opera’s own browser engine, which will offer iPhone users a unique and innovative alternative to Safari.
The launch of Opera One for iOS is made possible by the recent changes in the European Digital Markets Act (DMA), which aim to foster competition and diversity in the digital market. The DMA requires Apple to allow developers to offer browsers that are not based on WebKit, the browser engine that powers Safari and other third-party browsers on iOS.
What is Opera One?
Opera One for iOS is a new browser that leverages Opera’s proprietary browser engine and its advanced AI technology, called Aria. Opera says that Aria is a generative AI that can create personalized and engaging web experiences for users.
Opera One for iOS will also feature a browser choice screen, which will make it easier for users to select their preferred browser as default on their mobile devices. Opera says that this will give users more control and freedom over their browsing experience.
When will Opera One for iOS be available?
Opera One for iOS is expected to debut in March, which is when the DMA will come into effect. The DMA will apply only in the European Union, but Opera hopes that Apple will extend the same freedoms to iOS users around the world.
Opera says that it will soon reveal more details about Opera One for iOS, as well as a major investment in a key AI infrastructure project in Europe. Opera says that it is committed to developing innovative and cutting-edge browser solutions that cater to the needs and preferences of its users.
How does Aria work?
Aria is Opera’s native browser AI that can help you with various tasks and questions while browsing the web. Aria works by using Opera’s own Composer technology, which combines the power of OpenAI’s GPT and additional capabilities such as fetching real-time data from the web.
Aria can understand natural language and generate relevant and engaging responses for you. You can access Aria through the Aria Command Line, the Highlight Tooltip, or the Aria Sidebar Panel. You can also customize Aria’s settings and modes to suit your preferences. Aria supports more than 50 languages and is available on Opera browsers for desktop and Android devices.
What are the benefits of using Opera One for iOS?
Opera One for iOS is a new browser that will offer you a different and better browsing experience on your iPhone or iPad. Here are some of the benefits of using Opera One for iOS:
- It is powered by Opera’s own browser engine, which is faster, safer, and more compatible than WebKit, the browser engine that Safari and other browsers on iOS use. Opera’s browser engine also supports more web standards and features, such as WebRTC, WebAssembly, and Web Components.
- It uses Opera’s advanced AI technology, called Aria, which can create personalized and engaging web experiences for you. Aria can help you discover new content, manage your tabs, bookmarks, and history, and enhance your online privacy and security.
- It gives you more choice and control over your default browser on iOS. Opera One for iOS will feature a browser choice screen, which will make it easier for you to select your preferred browser as default on your mobile devices. You can also switch between different browsers with a simple gesture.
- It is part of Opera’s ecosystem of innovative and user-centric browser products, which are available on all major platforms. You can sync your data and settings across Opera browsers on your desktop, mobile, and tablet devices, and enjoy features such as Opera Flow, Opera Turbo, and Opera Crypto Wallet.
Opera One for iOS is expected to launch in March, following the changes in the European Digital Markets Act that allow alternative browser engines on iOS. You can sign up for early access and updates on Opera’s website.
