Opera is releasing a new optimized version of its web browser for devices running Windows on Arm, the tech firm announced Thursday.Opera EVP of Browsers and Gaming Krystian Kolondra says in a statement that Windows is the operating system the web browser is used on the most.”Windows is our biggest audience, so offering the best possible experience on the most cutting-edge Windows devices powered by Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus is our top priority,” Kolondra says. “With this native Arm version of Opera, users will experience a dramatic boost in performance—that means faster browsing and a more responsive feel across the board.”Opera’s optimized version for Windows on Arm promises speeds double that of prior versions on the operating system, according to the company. Opera worked with Microsoft’s App Assure team and Qualcomm to develop the new version and ensure its compatibility.Like many tech firms, Opera has been developing AI tools for its users. With the new version, Opera believes users will see a “significant performance boost” on Windows systems with Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon chips. The Snapdragon X Plus and the Snapdragon X Elite have built-in AI engines with neural processing units (NPUs). Both CPUs are expected to release in the coming months, sometime in mid-2024.
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Opera currently has its AI tool Aria built-in and allows users to download certain AI models locally to their devices. It also added Llama and Google’s Gemma AI models last month. This week, Opera also launched Writing Mode, a new AI feature designed to help with writing when using the browser. Aria can now help tweak social media posts, emails, or just about any text entered on the web.The Windows on Arm version of Opera is available for developers and will soon become available to the general public.
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