Opera has shed its beta title and its full-fledged version has been made available for Android faithfuls through the Google Play store. The final edition of the mobile browser has taken its place on the digital outlet and can be downloaded for free.
Beginning with its appearance, the software should henceforth be easier on the eyes, seeing as it now touts a lighter color scheme. It also saves users the hassle of hunting for their favorite sites every time they are online with its Speed Dial option.
A swipe to the right from the main home screen directs users towards Discover, a feature which proffers the latest news by scouring through the day’s events. It is possible to customize the page to receive relevant news depending on people’s interests, be it arts, news or technology.
Those battling with agonizingly slow speeds while browsing are in luck. Owing to the app’s Off-Road attribute which has a knack to proffer data compression, the service should be able to run smoothly even with sluggish networks. For people who detest seeing their money run down the drain while browsing overseas, the feature acts as a savior by reducing the data traffic.
Other features which the company has stressed on cover the ability to toggle the navigation bar, text wrapping while zooming and the option to view active tabs in full screen. The power of gazing at all the webpages at once with the help of swipes has been granted to users as well. Additionally, people can monitor and make alterations while downloading content as well as customize the address bar.
Starting today, Opera for Android can be installed by anyone with a device running Gingerbread or later. Since this edition hasn’t yet been rolled out for those employing iOS or other devices, owners can also opt for the browser’s mini version.
Let’s run through the software’s latest features:
– Ability to toggle navigation bar from top to bottom
– Wrap text while zooming
– Ability to view active tabs in full screen
– Power to search and navigate with responsive address bar
– New private tabs, Speed Dial, Discover feature, Off-Road mode and download manager
