Opera Software revenues in 1Q. 2014. increased by 40%

Norwegian company Opera Software announced that its revenue in the first quarter of 2014 grew by 40% year on year and reached the mark of 87 million U.S. dollars. Financial Highlights of the first quarter of 2014 are as follows :


Revenue grew by 40% year on year to U.S. $ 87 million;
Adjusted EBITDA grew by 23% year on year to 22.7 million U.S. dollars;
Free cash flow was $ 13.8 million versus U.S. $ 0.9 million in the first quarter of 2013.
Operational highlights of the first quarter of 2014 :

Mobile Operators : Revenue grew by 47% year on year to 18.6 million U.S. dollars.
Mobile Consumers :
Revenue grew by 84% year on year to 13.7 million U.S. dollars.
The number of users of mobile Opera products increased by 10% year on year to 273.9 million.
The number of users of mobile products Opera on Android grew by 78% year on year to 94.4 million people.
Mobile Advertisers & Publishers :
Revenue grew by 72% year on year to 31.7 million U.S. dollars.
Total number of mobile advertising impressions grew by 24% compared with the first quarter of 2013 and amounted to 187 billion.
Desktop Consumers :
Revenue rose 6% year on year to 18.5 million U.S. dollars.
Users of desktop products Opera decreased by 7% year on year to 51 million people.
Device OEMs : Revenue fell 20% year on year to 4.3 million U.S. dollars.

YOU'VE GOT (OPERA) MAIL

With the release of Opera Next, Opera Mail takes its star turn as a dedicated service.

This lean and mean email machine is lightweight, nimble and focused on one thing and one thing only - handling e-mail better than ever. Simple yet powerful, Opera Mail is designed to help you get the better of your inbox.

So much functionality in a free product, you say. Incredible. Take me to the download link immediately!

Just hold on for a second. We haven't even talked about the features.

TABBED INTERFACE
Working with tabs, you can have multiple e-mails up at once and quickly switch between them.

THREADS
With our threaded view you can easily follow any discussions you are a part of. It's super easy to follow up on any parts of the discussion. Once you no longer feel it's relevant for you, choose Ignore Thread to keep it out of sight and out of mind from that moment onward.

FILTERS AND LABELS
Make use of automatic filters and labels. All mails can easily be set up to auto label or filter based on your own rules.

DOWNLOAD
The new Opera Mail client is available to download from www.opera.com/computer/mail.

Opera to power KATHREIN TechnoTrend set-top boxes

Opera Software and German set-top-box manufacturer KATHREIN TechnoTrend today announced that the Opera Devices Software Development Kit (SDK) will launch on a variety of KATHREIN TechnoTrend set-top box models.


The Opera Devices SDK will be used to render exciting over-the-top services including video-on-demand and Smart TV portals for KATHREIN TechnoTrend, delivering a more interactive experience for viewers. Opera Software brings standards support and superior performance to the rendering of HbbTV services.

An industry-leading toolkit for developing Smart TV solutions for original equipment manufacturers, the Opera Devices SDK takes connected devices including TVs and set-top boxes to the next level, with superior performance on streaming and web-content rendering. The Opera Devices SDK features advanced support for web standards, such as HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, SVG, 2D Canvas and WebGL.

“Today’s viewers are rightly demanding more from their home entertainment,” said Aneesh Rajaram, Senior Vice-President for TV & Devices, Opera Software. “The Opera Devices SDK helps set-top-box and other device manufacturers to bring a more interactive and entertaining experience to their customers, and KATHREIN TechnoTrend users are set to enjoy what they have in store.”

Ralf Exler, CTO of KATHREIN TechnoTrend, explained: “Opera’s leading HTML5 browser gives us great flexibility to provide a variety of new hybrid receiver solutions based on our open API middleware. We are delighted about the commitment and support Opera has shown to accomplish this task in such a swift period.”

The Opera Devices SDK will power all hybrid models of set-top boxes with KATHREIN TechnoTrend’s own middleware solutions, with integration to third-party content-aggregation middleware. These set-top boxes will ship internationally later in 2013.

The new set-top boxes will be previewed at the ANGA COM exhibition and congress on 4-6 June in Cologne, Germany. Stop by Hall 10.2, Booth B19, to see the set-top boxes powered by Opera in action.

About KATHREIN TechnoTrend
KATHREIN TechnoTrend GmbH, a company of the KATHREIN Group with headquarters in Germany, is one of the world's leading developers and providers of innovative digital technology. Due to its over 20 years of experience, KATHREIN TechnoTrend is able to offer network operators and their customers custom-tailored digital television and value-added services, combined with the specific know-how of local partners. The company's offers cover the full range of energy-efficient digital receivers – delivered either factory-configured or according on the customer's specifications. KATHREIN TechnoTrend addresses Cable, Satellite and IPTV operators especially in Central, Eastern and Southern Europe, Middle East, Latin America North and South Africa. Further information is available at www.ttgoerler.de or www.kathrein-technotrend.de.

Visit KATHREIN TechnoTrend from June 4–6 at the ANGA COM 2013: Booth B19, Hall 10.2. To arrange an interview or personal meeting at the booth, please contact Nadja Kessler.

Press contact:
KATHREIN TechnoTrend GmbH
Nadja Kessler
Marketing and Communication

Tel: +49 (89) 99 01 63 -226
E-mail: nadja.kessler@kathreintechnotrend.de
Further information is available at www.ttgoerler.de or
www.kathreintechnotrend.de.

About Opera Software ASA
The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 300 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

The new browser is Opera Next for Windows and Mac

Norwegian company Opera Software ASA announced the release of two working versions of a completely new web browser Opera for desktop computers.According to the company, this is the result of the work of several developers and testers working with a beta version of the program, known as Opera Next.This product, created an entirely new basis, with support for Windows and Mac, combines an updated, sleek design and a host of new features that are designed to make life brighter in the network, and work - efficiently.

In a new browser adds a number of improvements and new features. Updated the most popular features added fundamentally new mechanisms of the Internet.

The main changes in the new version of the browser for Windows and Mac:

• Speed ​​Dial : now icons express the panel can be sorted into folders and display using filters. To create a folder, just drag one element express panel to another, a new field of research combines a visual representation of the elements with a comfortable classic organization into folders.
• " Recommendations ": a source of new, fresh information without requiring the user to search efforts.
• " Piggy ": after clicking the heart in the address bar, all product pages or reviews of hotels, attractions and information on flights during the travel planning going for further study. You can view the contents of the "piggy bank" in the form of thumbnails with adjustable size, or search by keywords.
• Search : now you can find the necessary information from a single address-search bar.
• The new design .
• Change engine : From this point in the names of the new Opera browser for desktop computers and mobile devices will affect the version number of the engine. The recently released Opera browser for Android has received a serial number "14" and the last version for desktop computers - the number "15" because it is based on a more modern machine.

A quick look at the early adopters

As soon as products land on the market, early adopters flock in to checkout the latest and greatest offerings. Recently, Opera Software launched a beta version of its brand-new Opera for Android browser, and, true to form, the early adopters have been out in force.

Now that the beta has been available in the Google Play store for a couple of weeks, we wanted to study these early adopters of the Opera Android beta, to check out the hardware their using for everyday web browsing.

What we found was that our early adopters seem to be power-users of mobile phones as well, with high-end Android devices taking up the top spots in the list of devices used to download the Opera for Android beta. The top five on the list reads as follows:

1. Samsung Galaxy S2
2. Samsung Galaxy S3
3. Samsung Galaxy Nexus
4. Asus Nexus 7
5. Samsung Galaxy Y

To see the full top-ten list, go to opera.com/smw/
To check out the Opera for Android beta browser, visit Google Play from your Android device and download the browser for free.

Growth
In February 2013, the Opera Mini and Opera Mobile user base consisted of more than 228 million unique users. Due to February being a shorter month than others, the number of users went down from January 2013 to February. The Opera Mini users viewed over 147 billion pages and generated over 2.7 billion MB of data for operators worldwide in February 2013.

About Opera Software ASA
The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 300 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

Orange Botswana and Opera sign deal to bring Opera Mini to subscribers

Orange in Botswana and Opera Software are set to provide the Opera Mini web browser to Orange's more than 1 million mobile customers in the country, giving faster and less expensive web access through cellphones and tablets.

Like most African countries, most people in Botswana do not have access to fixed-line internet, so a mobile device will be their first, and often only, way to access the internet. Yet, Batswana love the web and their current
favorite mobile sites which are Facebook, Google, YouTube, Yahoo!, Wikipedia, Waptrick, Twitter, Blogger, BBC News, Dictionary.com and Answers.com.

Orange, which is committed to providing web access everywhere in the country, and Opera will provide a co-branded version of Opera Mini. Orange customers will also be able to access a range of Orange portals, with a single click on Opera Mini's Speed Dial, found on the browser home page.

Opera Mini is one of the browsers made by Norwegian company, Opera Software. Opera Mini works on more than 3,000 devices and compresses data by up to 90% before it reaches consumers, giving users a fast and powerful mobile web experience.

The compression ability offered by Opera Mini means we can make far better use of our existing infrastructure while, at the same time, offering a lower cost and far quicker web access to our mobile subscribers," says Lebogang Moruti, Offers and Services Manager for Marketing at Orange Botswana. "We anticipate our launch of the co-branded Opera Mini will be met with high demand by our customers."

"Our offering is strong, particularly on basic phones in Botswana. We have worked hard as a company to provide a very smart mobile web experience even on old handsets," says Lars Boilesen, CEO of Opera Software. "We have already seen strong growth in Botswana over the years, and this new relationship with Orange will see that develop even further."

Orange Botswana is the second Orange operation in Africa to have chosen Opera Mini, and follows Orange Ivory Coast.

About Orange Botswana
Orange Botswana is a leading mobile operator and provider of telecommunication services in Botswana serving more than 1 million customers countrywide on a GSM/GPRS/EDGE/3G+ and Wimax network. For more information visit: www.orange.co.bw

About Opera Software ASA
The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 300 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

Give your phone a fresh start in the New Year

The New Year is here, and this is the perfect opportunity for a new start in 2013. As well as goals like exercising more often or saving money, it might also be a good time to get rid of all the clutter in your life — including digital clutter.

If you use your phone for just about everything, chances are it needs a cleanup. From unused apps to files you downloaded once from the internet, extra mobile clutter can make your phone sluggish or simply make it difficult for you to find what you are looking for. Follow these easy tips from Opera Software — makers of the Opera web browsers for phones, computers and other connected devices — to give your phone a fresh start in the New Year.

Back up your data. Running out of space in your phone to save your pictures, music and more? Upload them to the cloud or simply copy everything to an external hard drive. That way, your data will also be safely stored elsewhere in case something happens to your phone. Try SugarSync, a file syncing service that will sync your new photos and other files to the cloud automatically.
Give unused apps the flick. If you have not used an app in the last few months, it’s not likely you will use it again. Instead, the icon sits there taking up space and making it harder to find the apps you do use. Go through all your apps and see which ones you use on a daily basis — delete the rest.
Get a smart browser. The Opera Mini app shrinks data to as little as 10% of its original size before it lands on your phone. This speeds up the web on your phone, saving you a great deal of time — since you’ll be able to open websites in the blink of an eye — as well as money and battery.
Delete cache files. Your apps and browser create temporary files that can take up space and memory. You can download an app to help you do the job, such as Easy Cache Cleaner, which scans your phone and allows you to clear out the cache files. Once you’re done, you might as well delete the app.
Clean up your message inbox. You’ll gain space, and you are never going to read them again anyway. It only takes a few seconds to delete them all — you can even use an app like Delete Old Messages to help you — and you’ll feel refreshed after you do it. Remember: New Year, new start.
Remember that name? If you cannot figure out who that person in your contacts is or where you know them from, ditch them. Also, check for duplicates on your address book, as syncing from different sources can cause double-ups. It’s all about the space.
Save power. If your phone drains battery, there are a few steps you can take. Close the apps you’re not using, turn the mobile data, 3G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth off when you don’t need them, lower the brightness on your screen and turn the keyboard clicks off.
With these tips you will get your phone properly spruced up for the New Year. Even if it’s working fine, following these steps will keep things from piling up on your phone, giving you more free space to use when you need it and making it easier to find what you’re looking for.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

Mobile web goes unlimited in Tajikistan

Beeline Tajikistan offers now unlimited mobile browsing with Opera Mini

Opera Software and Beeline Tajikistan announced that Beeline subscribers will be first in Tajikistan to get unlimited access to the mobile web with the Opera Mini mobile browser. All subscribers using Opera Mini on their phones or tablets will now be able to enjoy smooth, unlimited browsing for the lowest price in Tajikistan.

Starting today, an unlimited, mobile web package called Operativnyj Internet will be offered for only 10,29 Tajikistani somoni per month, or 4,11 somoni per week. With these special bundles, almost one million Beeline subscribers will get seamless access to the web, regardless of the mobile device they use. Viewing, downloading and sharing multimedia files will not be covered by the service fee and will be charged at regular rates. Other restrictions may also apply.

Opera Mini, used by over 195 million people around the world, is the most popular mobile browser in Central Asia, and Tajikistan in particular. In the last year, the number of Opera Mini users in Tajikistan has increased 210%, while the number of webpages viewed has increased 719%. Smooth and fast browsing, cool features and a great experience with no data limits make Opera Mini for Beeline subscribers the smartest web solution in Tajikistan.

“Our cooperation with Opera Software is tailored to bring Beeline subscribers unlimited surfing possibilities, no matter if they use a smartphone or regular phone,” says Andrey Grunin, Head of Product Development, Beeline Tajikistan. “With this new, simple and highly cost-efficient service, users in Tajikistan are now able to enrich their browsing habits without worrying about device or financial limits.”

“We’ve seen a huge growth in Tajikistan in the number of webpages viewed by Opera Mini users recently. Not only do more people turn to the mobile web today, but they also surf much more regularly on their mobile phones,” says Lars Boilesen, CEO, Opera Software. “With Beeline Tajikistan, we are now able to address this trend, by giving people a way to surf at a bargain price.”

To start browsing, download Opera Mini from m.opera.com directly onto your mobile phone and activate that service using a USSD code. For a 30-day period simply type “*555*30#”. To try out a 7-day period, type “*555*7#”.

About Beeline Tajikistan

Tacom LCC (working under the Beeline brand) is a telecom operator with a license for providing cellular services in GSM 900/1800, UMTS, telematic services and data services, as well as services and international long distance services in Tajikistan. Tacom LCC is a group of the world's largest integrated telecom operators "VimpelCom Ltd.", which consists of the communications, providing voice and data services through a range of wireless and fixed-line, and broadband Internet access in Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Armenia, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Algeria, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Burundi, Zimbabwe, Central African Republic, Italy and Canada. "VimpelCom" provides services worldwide in territories with a total population of about 782 million people. Group Company VimpelCom Ltd. It provides services under the brands Beeline, Kyivstar, djuice, Wind, Infostrada, Mobilink, Leo, Banglalink, Telecel, and Djezzy. As of March 31, 2012, the total number of subscribers was 209 million. Shares of "VimpelCom" are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the “VIP” symbol. You can find more information at www.vimpelcom.com.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

Put your PC on a New Year’s diet

Many people are currently making resolutions to slim down in 2013, but have you considered also putting your computer on a well-deserved New Year's diet? A slow, bloated computer can lead to frustration and less time doing the things you love - definitely a problem if you've resolved to stress less and spend more time on hobbies and with loved ones in the New Year.

Here are 10 quick tips to whip your computer back into shape:


Tidy up your desktop.
A computer desktop screen full of files is messy and makes things difficult to find. Create a new folder for the files and folders on the desktop that you don't frequently access. This will clear off your desktop, while keeping the files handy until you have time to sort through them.

Move big files to an external hard drive.
It’s like giving those extra holiday kilograms to a friend, but without having to deal with any hurt feelings. A hard drive is also a great way to back up your most important files.

Clean up your multimedia.
Remember those movies you loved so much that you saved the files so you could watch them again? And … have you? If the answer is “No,” into the trashcan can they go!

Give your browser a boost.
With the Opera web browser compression technology, Opera Turbo, you can load webpages up to five times faster than with other browsers. If you are stuck on a sluggish connection, get crowded out in a busy Wi-Fi area, rely on 3G cards or use a laptop connected to your phone, activate turbo mode to keep your browsing zooming.

Declutter your email.
If you don’t keep junk in your house, don’t hoard it in your inbox either. Start with your oldest messages, which are usually the least relevant now, and get deleting. Also, try searching the inbox for sources from which you regularly receive newsletters that are now outdated.

Defragment your disk.
Disk fragmentation is one of the most common reasons for slow performance on a computer. In Windows, click the Start button and go to All Programs > Accessories > System Tools on older versions of Windows. In Windows 8, open the Search, enter Defragment, and go to Settings > Defragment and optimize your drives.

Remove autostart programs.
To make programs start only when you want, use the Start Menu in Windows Vista and Windows 7 to type “msconfig”. Open the msconfig.exe program link, where you can deselect autostart programs. In Windows 8, click Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open the Task Manager, select the Startup tab and disable any item you don’t want to launch automatically. Mac users can go to System Preferences > Users & Groups/Accounts > Login Items to deselect programs.

Run a virus/malware scan.
If you are an Opera user, add the WOT (Web of Trust) and Ghostery extensions. WOT uses a traffic-light system to rate the trustworthiness of the websites you visit, and Ghostery detects tracking and web bugs. Also, consider buying antivirus software and scanning your computer for malware.

Clear out the temp files on your computer.
In your computer’s Download or Temp Files folders, delete the files you no longer need. You can also remove all the temporary files in your browser. In Opera, just select Delete Private Data (the second option under "Tools"), and it will show you what needs to go, including cookies, browsing history or the entire cache. Consider keeping your tabs and passwords, to let you browse faster.

Physically clean your computer.
Use the right cleaners and get it looking like new again. If you have had your computer more than few months, it’s also time to clean the inside of your machine. Open it and use a can of compressed air to dust the interior parts carefully, especially the fan and heat sink over the processor. Remember not to touch any interior parts.

“These few, simple ideas will get your PC back into shape, so you can start 2013 more efficiently,” says Tiago Pregueiro Jeronimo, Product Manager for Desktop Products, Opera Software. “Once it feels like new, you can start setting your personal resolutions and spend more time on the things you really love. With a slimmed-down PC, it’ll be much easier to tackle the new year.”

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

Getting savvy about web browsing with Opera Software’s Surf Safe program

Opera Software has been working to increase understanding about the importance of healthy internet-browsing habits among young adults. In India, the leading web-browser company has joined hands with the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), to spread student awareness on how to “Surf Safe”, through a series of seminars.

The program educates young people on techniques that will help them have a safe and productive web-surfing experience. Although focused on India, these basic tips are relevant to websurfers both young and old across the globe.

The focus for “Surf Safe” is netiquette (the unofficial rules guiding conduct on the internet) and the importance of staying security conscious online. It covers everything from the very basics of thinking twice before posting anything on social networks, to being careful with personal and confidential data shared through email and other modes of communication.

The following are examples of how young people can surf in both a polite and secure manner:

Be respectful — treat online communication the same way as you would treat face-to-face conversations.
What is illegal offline is illegal online.
Don’t spam others; avoid forwarding junk email.
No one is anonymous on the internet. Everything you post can be traced back to you.
Don’t click on anonymous messages and attachments you get in your email.
Configure privacy settings on social networks (don’t rely on the default settings); your personal information is most vulnerable here.
Learn more about your browser and its safety features.
Keep your passwords safe and to yourself; never share them with anyone.
Your password should be at least eight characters long and made up of letters, numbers and special characters.
Always go through the settings and options carefully before downloading any application on PCs and mobiles.
“Opera Software wants all of its users to have the best possible experience online,” says Sunil Kamath, Vice President for South Asia, Opera Software. “As part of our commitment to enabling a safer online experience, we strongly feel that education is the key to internet safety. These days, everyone has to be more vigilant than ever when it comes to safety, malware, phishing, credit-card fraud, identity theft and other cyber threats.”

“The objective of this campaign is to apprise college-going youths on how to use the internet safely and productively, and keep away from those prowling the internet with negative intentions. The internet is a fantastic medium to communicate and gain knowledge, but we should maintain sensible habits while we are using it,” says Rakshit Tandon, Consultant, IAMAI.

Learn more about Opera’s “Surf Safe” Campaign at http://www.opera.com/surfsafe/.

About IAMAI

The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) is a young and vibrant association with ambitions of representing the entire gamut of digital businesses in India. It was established in 2004 by the leading online publishers, but in the last eight years has come to effectively address the challenges facing the digital and online industry including mobile content and services, online publishing, mobile advertising, online advertising, ecommerce and mobile & digital payments among others. For more information, please go to www.iamai.in.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

New loader in Opera Mini for BlackBerry and J2ME

Norwegian company Opera Software ASA today announced a new version of Opera Mini 7.1 for J2ME and BlackBerry devices, which, in her words, has a new, redesigned download manager, opening new opportunities to work with uploaded files to the phone, whether it be documents, music, videos, and any other data.
It's no secret that mobile phones connect to the network is not always stable. Many probably know that feeling when downloading a file size of 10 MB is stopped at around 9.99 MB, when the subway car enters a tunnel and the network is lost to the next stop.

In Opera Mini 7.1 download under such circumstances would be suspended and resumed automatically when the user is in range of a network.
The developers also claim that the processing of downloaded files has become much easier than before. On the BlackBerry platform provides access to files from within the browser, and the owners of devices based on J2ME can choose - to open the file in a media player installed on the phone or in the phone memory.

Smoother downloading with Opera Mini for J2ME and BlackBerry

Today, the internet became just a tad easier for the millions of people using basic phones to browse the web. Downloading handling on basic phones has been a cumbersome task, but with Opera Mini 7.1 for J2ME and BlackBerry, this is now easier — and faster — than ever.


The Opera Mini 7.1 browser features a new, revamped download manager that lets the user easily handle downloaded media such as documents, multimedia and other content. Many mobile users know that internet connections can be fickle at times. Sometimes it may feel like the universe is trying tell you something when the 10 MB presentation from your boss stops downloading at 9.99 MB after your train enters a tunnel, and lose the mobile signal for a few seconds.

With the Opera Mini 7.1 browser, downloading of a file can be paused when the connection disappears, and then resumed when you’re back on track.

The new Opera Mini 7.1 lets you access the file even more easily than before. On the BlackBerry platform, the file can be accessed directly from the browser; while, on J2ME the user can choose to let the phone open the file directly in e.g. a media player or to save it for later use.

Opera Mini works on more than 3,000 different phone models, in all price categories. Thanks to its compression technology, Opera Mini can save you time and data cost, by up to 90%. Opera Mini can be downloaded from m.opera.com.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

DiGi joins hands with Opera to launch click-to-go service in Malaysia

DiGiLive Web Pass and DiGi Facebook USSD services to help drive mobile internet

DiGi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd (“DiGi”) continues to drive higher mobile internet penetration with the unveiling of the new DiGiLive Web Pass, a new mobile internet offering accessed via the Opera Mini browser and the Facebook USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) service.

Available since September 2012, DiGiLive Web Pass targets casual Facebook users who seek flexible options for accessing their accounts on their mobile devices. Customers can choose from four different packages — 1-Day Internet, 1-Hour Internet, 1-Day Facebook and 1-Hour Facebook — depending on their browsing needs.

The DiGi Facebook USSD is an interactive service that allows non-smartphone owners to access Facebook from their mobile phones without requiring any data or internet connection. This latest service was made available on October 16, 2012.

Praveen Rajan, Head of Products for Internet for DiGi, explains, “Social-networking sites like Facebook are increasingly popular among Malaysians, and it only makes sense that DiGi, as a strong advocate of delivering internet for all, makes it as easy as possible for over 13 million Facebook users in Malaysia to use it on their mobile phones.

“Our primary strategy has been to ensure customers have a positive and good mobile internet experience regardless of which mobile platform or mobile phone they are using. Customers now have more affordable options to choose from with the introduction of our latest service offerings. Response has been very encouraging since the soft launches of both services, and we are confident that we are on the right track to encourage more people to embrace the convenience these services have to offer.”

Lars Boilesen, CEO for Opera Software, adds, “We are happy with the rate at which our user base is growing in Malaysia through DiGi, which has grown to more than 200%, since we first announced our collaboration last year. DiGi’s ongoing efforts to develop relevant content for its customers to browse through Opera Mini are commendable, and we look forward to building on our relationship to create an even better mobile surfing experience.”

DiGiLive Web Pass empowers DiGi customers to have better financial control over internet charges when accessing Facebook via the Opera Mini browser. The packages can be subscribed to for as low as RM0.50 for 1 Hour Facebook and RM1.00 for 1 Day Facebook. Once the browser is launched, subscribers can simply visit digilive.my/pass and choose their preferred Web Pass package.

The DiGi Facebook USSD service caters to customers who still own basic phones but are keen Facebook users. This service makes it easier for users to read the latest happenings in their friends’ lives and update their status easily — all without the need for any internet connection. Customers only need to pay RM1.50 per week, and they will also enjoy a 7-day trial with their first subscription. To subscribe, DiGi Facebook users can simply dial “*325#”.

For more info about these services, please visit www.digi.com.my/webpass and www.digi.com.my/facebookussd.

About DiGi

DiGi provides mobile voice and internet services. It is committed to driving Malaysia’s growth by building a mobile internet environment that enables true connectivity, creates socio-economic development, and helps businesses grow. DiGi continues to be a game-changer for the Malaysian telecommunications industry, with a solid history of product and service innovation, and is a leader in driving progressive and responsible business practices. Listed on Bursa Malaysia, it is part of global telecommunications provider Telenor Group. For more information about DiGi, please visit www.digi.com.my.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

Opera music service from the Russian market

According to the publication "Vedomosti" Opera Software Director of Business Development in Russia and CIS Artem Zinoviev, the company has launched in Russia a music project "Music Without Borders" ( muz.opera.ru ). Basically, it is meant to users browser Opera Mini, that is, not so much the smartphone as regular phones, but also from other browsers to access is also possible. The new service is a catalog of music (2 million tracks, both Russian and foreign) and works with the subscription: 150 rubles per month download available without restriction. Moreover, the owners of smartphones iPhone can not download music - they are only available to listen to streaming mode. Told the company representative first new service is launched in Russia and at the end of his work will provide for the creation of similar directories in other countries. It is assumed that by the end of next year by a new music service will be Opera 1.5 million. The informed source also mentioned that the Russian holders of 15-25% will be deducted the cost of a music track, and foreign - 30-40%. Artem Zinoviev also mentioned that Opera Software is in talks about a new project with Russian mobile operators.

Get social with Opera Mini on Cherry Mobile's new smartphones

Seamless social-networking experience is just a click away

Opera Software and Cherry Mobile open a new chapter for all users in the Philippines with the launch of two Cherry Mobile’s smartphones: Flare and Titan. Slim, sleek and smart, Flare (Cherry Mobile S100) and Titan (Cherry Mobile W500) are the perfect choice for social-media lovers.

Flare and Titan come packed with the Opera Mini mobile browser, which will make your browsing experience faster, better and cheaper. With the Opera Mini 7.5 browser preinstall in Cherry Mobile’s new smartphones, you’re never far away from seeing what’s new. Check your Facebook and Twitter statuses directly using an ingenious feature called Smart Page. The Smart Page gives you instant access to social-networking updates and world news. Being social is just a tap away.

Whether you're on the go, taking photos or chatting with friends online, Opera Mini on Flare and Titan provide you with the smoothest smartphone experience ever.

The Flare is equipped with a 1.2GHz Dual Core Snapdragon Processor, while the Titan features a larger screen, 1GHz Dual Core Processor and higher battery capacity. Both smartphones are powered by Android OS 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich).

“The launch of Flare and Titan reflect our commitment to bring value to our users’ lifestyle with advanced technology. Backed with Opera’s unique data compression technology, we believe that both Flare and Titan will meet the needs of Android users in the Philippines,” says Lonson Alejandrino, Sales Manager for Android Phone, Cherry Mobile. “We have featured Opera Mini on our smartphone devices, which users can tailor with their choice of favorite websites. They will be able to surf the internet just by tapping their fingers, with no limitations.”

"The combination of a smart device and fast internet browsing will enable a seamless, social-networking experience. With Opera installed on Cherry Mobile two newest Android smartphones, we can turn an affordable phone into a very capable internet-browsing device, as well as providing an improved internet experience to users in the Philippines, especially to those who love being social online," adds Lars Boilesen, CEO, Opera Software.

About Cherry Mobile

Cherry Mobile is a Philippine-based company which aims to bring value to Filipino lifestyle. Established in 2009, it brings a wide array of choices from feature phones to Android smartphones. Cherry Mobile develops partnership with Qualcomm and Opera Mini to further strengthen its stance in the local mobile telecommunications industry. For more information, visit www.cherrymobile.com.ph.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

Click, pick & surf.

Opera Web Pass is here

Today, Opera Software announces a new, innovative and clever way for mobile operators to offer their subscribers access to the web as a “one-click experience”.

The Opera Web Pass allows operators, in a flexible and cost-efficient way, to package time- or site-specific data offerings to their users. This makes it even more compelling for subscribers to get online using their mobile phones and in a way that is tailored to their needs. For mobile subscribers without data plans, this is the easiest and most flexible solution for accessing the web. If you have a couple of hours to spend on a train, get a couple of hours of web for the trip.

Opera Software has always been about providing the best web experience to as many people as possible, and, with today’s launch of the Opera Web Pass, the web should soon be accessible to even more people — when and where they need it. With the opportunity to choose exactly the time you would like to access the web, rather than the amount of megabytes, the offering becomes more tangible and easy to understand, something both operators and their subscribers will appreciate.

“We see this as a great way of lowering the bar for millions of users who are taking their first steps out to the mobile web. We are excited about working with our operator partners and making the web even more accessible and tailored to the needs of a growing mobile internet community,” says Lars Boilesen, CEO of Opera Software.


In Malaysia, DiGi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd (“DiGi”) has become the first mobile operator to offer the Opera Web Pass as the product was jointly developed and tested by Opera and DiGi. “Through regular conversations with DiGi customers to better understand their needs, we are able to create service offerings that tailor to certain market segments. Providing a flexible and cost-efficient way for DiGi customers to access the internet on the move makes good business sense, as there are millions of mobile subscribers in Malaysia who are not looking to be constantly online, but who wish to stay connected at an extremely affordable rate. Opera’s latest product offering meets this growing need, and we are happy to play a pivotal role in jointly developing the product with them,” says Albern Murty, CMO of DiGi.

“Opera Software has over 100 operator partners around the world and over 200 million users of our mobile products every month. The Opera Web Pass is in the sweet spot between the operator and the end user. Making the web smooth and simple, that is what Opera is all about,” adds Lars Boilesen.

For the operator

Decide how to set up your Opera Web Pass offering. Should it be 1 hour, 24 hours? Should it provide access to specific sites or the entire web? Choose your price point and go to market.

For the subscribers of the operators rolling out the Opera Web Pass

Click:
Open Opera Mini.

Pick:
Pick a deal.

Surf:
Start surfing straight away — no need for additional paperwork or complicated activation routines.

For more information, please visit www.opera.com/webpass.

Meet us at AfricaCom 2012, Booth E05.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

Opera Software released the final version of Opera 12.10 for desktop

The company Opera Software ASA announced the release of the final version of the browser Opera 12.10 with deep integration of extensions and maximum custom integration. As the developers, so even tracking to post pictures of kittens and puppies is even more simple. Enhanced features extensions in Opera 12.10, combined with the functionality of Express your browser, providing a simple and easy access to the information you need. New publications in the social network VKontakte, weather forecast from Gismeteo or relevant information from RIA Novosti will always be available to users without the need to visit these Web sites.

In addition to the new extensions, Opera 12.10 provides Web developers with new opportunities. Using the Context Menu API, web developers can integrate their services with the browser context menu (also known as the "right-click"), improving the user experience - for example, letting you create a new Tweet by clicking the right mouse button on the link. Another tool - Resource Loader API - allows extensions to interact with advanced CSS and JavaScript in web pages.

In addition, the final version of the browser, you can find:

Improved support for devices based on the MacOS. Opera 12.10 now supports features such as Notification Center in the latest version of Mac OS X, and supports Retina Screen to the latest models of the Mac. The new version of Mac OS X, under the name of Mountain Lion, Opera 12.10 uses the built-in sharing interesting content, for example, to publish links to interesting web site in Twitter or send it by e-mail to your friends and acquaintances.
Built-in support SPDY protocol to improve and safer connections. Gmail and Twitter are already using SPDY protocol in addition to HTTP.
WebSocket API is now fully supported and enabled by default in Opera 12.10. Opera now also supports ICC color profiles and color management.
Support Flexbox @ supports and allows Web developers more control over how their web site is displayed in the user's browser.
The Opera browser has received basic support for touch screen Windows 8 classic and support pinch-to-zoom in Windows 8.
Opera Turbo.

Insight on India — Mobile web habits show e-commerce increase

The Indian subcontinent is gigantic and offers a large diversity of population and also habits. In this month’s State of the Mobile Web report, we examine variations in different regions of India to see if there are regional differences in mobile surfing habits. We also take a look at the rapidly emerging e-commerce business in India.

In the examination, we found that for international web sites, such as Google search, Facebook and others, usage remains consistent all over India. There was also strong growth in e-commerce and travel websites in the last year.

The differences in surfing habits are larger when looking at India-specific sites. Education, national railway and local news sites are hot among the different regions, with variations from region to region. When comparing the different regions to the general trend of India, there are a number of differences:

Some regions exhibit a strong local news affiliation, e.g. Tamilwire.com is on top in the east and south of India but absent from other regional to 5 and national top spots.
E-commerce is on the rise, with top three e-commerce sites being Quikr, Amazon and Flipkart. To see the top 15 list of e-commerce sites in India, please visit www.opera.com/smw/2012/09.
Mobile customizing services are hot in India, sites like Zedge and Mobile9 consistently make the top 10 lists of international sites.
It’s no myth, Indians are passionate about cricket. Sites like Cricbuzz.com and ESPNcricinfo.com often rank in international top 10 lists.
The data is collected in an anonymous and aggregated manner, from surfing habits of Opera Mini mobile web browser users in India during the month of September 2012.

To view the whole report on India surfing habits and top web categories, click here!

Growth

In September 2012, there were over 207.2 million Opera Mini and Opera Mobile users globally. Out of this number, more than 19.6 million were Opera Mobile users, and the rest were Opera Mini users. Compared to September 2011, Opera Mini and Opera Mobile combined grew more than 35% year over year. The Opera Mini users viewed over 116 billion pages in September 2012.

To read the full report, please visit http://www.opera.com/smw/.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.