Opera’s new browser gives you direct access to WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger

Codenamed “Reborn”, re-design was built to enhance multitasking of core messaging apps

PHOTO: OPERA

Earlier this year, Opera launched an experimental browser called Neon that incorporated messaging apps within the browser.

Opera has now added some features of its experimental browser in a major design overhaul.

Codenamed “Reborn”, the re-design was built to enhance multitasking of the core messaging apps such as Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and Telegram.

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The apps can be pinned side-by-side or overlayed with a current tab in the browser. Built-in messaging can majorly reduce the need for desktop versions of messengers.


In a blog post, Opera announced that the design changes will include a dark and light theme visual background, placing particular emphasis on visual effect.

Opera Dark light Theme PHOTO: OPERA


StatCounter released Opera’s market share to stand at 3.54% and with a 5.03% share in mobile.

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Opera still has a long way to go to compete with Google’s Chrome and Apple’s Safari but this could certainly be a stepping stone.

You can give the browser a try here.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EiyDrbwsNlA

 
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