OSLO,
Norway, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Opera – a
leading web innovator – is partnering with Chess.com to put chess
right inside the browser. With custom builds for both desktop and
mobile products, the collaboration will ensure chess fans can stay
engaged with their community wherever they happen to be.
Opera and Chess.com's joint effort ensures both the game itself
and a myriad of chess-related content is always right there at
users' fingertips. A Chess.com icon will now feature in the sidebar
of the chess-themed version of Opera's newly-revamped desktop
browser so users can pop in and out at will, solving puzzles or
battling rivals as they browse the web. Users of Opera for Android
can now opt into a whole new chess-themed browser, in which the
start page will house a trove of articles, videos, and
informational content so users can study the game while on the go
to master new stratagems and up their Elo rating.
"Chess.com has spearheaded a rapid resurgence of the game, which
is now played by millions every day across the globe. We're
delighted to partner with Chess.com to provide a platform for a
fast and secure browsing experience for all chess enthusiasts, no
matter where they are," said Jumana
Patel, Director of Business Development & Global
Partnerships at Opera.
"Opera has become the most popular independent browser. We're
excited to bring the world of chess into this new version of
Opera's AI-powered browser to help make the beautiful game that we
all love even more accessible, convenient and fun. During our
upcoming AI Cup from September 26-29,
we'll showcase some of the chess browser's unique capabilities live
on Chess.com," said Sebastian J.
Kuhnert, Vice President of Business Development at
Chess.com.
Opera has a strong track record of following consumer trends and
integrating platforms and technologies that users enjoy. The
company has integrated TikTok, WhatsApp, and Instagram into the
desktop sidebar, for example, while football fans benefit from an
in-depth Live Scores feature on mobile. Opera has also recently
pioneered AI-based browsing, seamlessly incorporating several
GPT-based services while rolling out its own AI tool, Aria.
Available on desktop and mobile
Opera's dedicated desktop chess-browser receives a sidebar
integration of Chess.com so that users are only ever one click away
from puzzles, streamers, or a quick game of blitz. Intuitive UI
makes it easier than ever to change the settings of the board,
correspond with rivals, and watch instructional content – all
without having to open another tab or navigate away from what's on
the screen. You can even pin the sidebar panel open so that you can
carry on reading, watching, or browsing with one eye on the board,
as your opponent plots their next move.
Opera's flagship mobile browser, Opera for Android, meanwhile,
also comes with a custom build for chess lovers that includes a
cache of chess-themed customizations. Chess wallpapers immediately
set the tone, surrounding users with the aesthetics of the game as
they browse. The homepage additionally features videos and articles
from Chess.com, plus Speed Dials for Chess TV and the website
itself so that access to the game in its many forms is right at
users' fingertips.
Powerful and secure browsers for Desktop and Mobile
Opera has been recently relaunched under the codename Opera One.
It combines new Modular Design Principles with multi-threaded
compositor technology to bring the UI to life like never before.
Innovative new solutions like Tab Islands merge with a longstanding
commitment to speed and security, exemplified by features such as
free and VPN Pro options, plus built-in ad and tracker
blockers.
Opera One is furthermore the first browser to come with an
integrated browser AI, Aria. Based on OpenAI's GPT technology, Aria
provides access to a leading GPT-based solution, enhanced by
up-to-date information from the web.
Opera for Android is the company's powerful and secure mobile
flagship, which likewise includes the same free and Pro VPN
options, built-in ad and tracker blockers, and native
crypto wallet – so users can toggle effortlessly from
desktop to mobile applications. Custom wallpapers options allow
users to demonstrate their individuality, while Aria – also
available on Opera for Android – helps them optimize their
productivity while on the go.
Download the Chess.com version of Opera and Opera for Android
today.
About Opera
Opera is a web innovator building on more than 25 years of
innovation that started with the Opera web browser. While Opera is
leveraging its brand and engaged user base in order to grow and
develop new products and services for people who seek a better
internet experience, Opera's PC and mobile web browsers, content
discovery platform Opera News, and apps dedicated to gaming, Web3
and e-commerce are already the trusted choices of hundreds of
millions of active and engaged users. Opera is headquartered in
Oslo, Norway, and listed on the
NASDAQ Stock Exchange under the "OPRA" ticker symbol. Download and
access Opera's products and services from www.opera.com.
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