After weeks of beta testing, Opera has released its artificial intelligence-powered Opera One browser for iOS.
The iPhone app mimics the minimalist aesthetic of the company's desktop browser and “intelligently hides unnecessary elements” to make for a distraction-free browsing experience — for example, as you scroll a page, the browser hides the bottom and top bars to go full screen.
The search bar is positioned at the bottom of the interface for easy access, provides quick search suggestions as you type, and includes Aria AI assistant integration. There's also a new swipe-to-search gesture, allowing users to activate the search bar by simply swiping down, similar to when users search for apps from the iPhone home screen via Spotlight. The positioned search bar is the default option, but users can also choose the standard navigation or fast action button style instead.
According to Opera, Aria can assist with a wide range of tasks, from web searches to generating text and images. Voice input allows Aria to let users speak their queries instead of typing them, which is useful when on the move or needing hands-free operation. Aria can also create images using Google's Imagen2 model, allowing users to generate visuals with just a prompt.
Additionally, the new start page carousel integrates news, live scores, and product tips into a wallpaper background, designed to keep users informed without cluttering the interface. Opera also includes a built-in ad blocker, a free VPN service, and several theme customization options.
Opera One for iOS arrives just a year after its desktop debut, and is available as a free download from the App Store (direct link).
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