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Opera Mobile for Android now available for Intel architecture(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Barcelona, Spain -- Today Opera Software is showing off a labs version of the Opera Mobile web browser for Android, now optimized for Intel architecture. This Opera Mobile Labs release will include advanced HTML5 and WebGL demos on the latest mobile devices powered by Intel chipsets. Opera and Intel have been working together for over a year to bring Opera Mobile to Intel-processor-based Android devices. Now, developers with an Intel-processor-based phone or tablet can see the results by downloading Opera Mobile Labs at labs.opera.com. Advanced demos will also be available in the Opera booth in Hall 1 at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. "Intel looks forward to a bright future with Android on Intel Atom processors," said Doug Fisher, Vice President of the Software and Services Group and General Manager of the Systems Software Division at Intel. "With several of our customers launching Android devices in 2012, Intel sees this as the year we will make significant progress with Android for phones and tablets. Working with companies like Opera Software allows us to deliver the Intel-based platforms, along with the high-quality Android applications, that users demand." Opera Mobile is an increasingly popular browser on the Android operating system, with super-smooth browsing, data savings when using the Opera Turbo mode, WebGL and industry-leading HTML5 support. "We've worked hard to make an optimized version of Opera Mobile available for Intel-based Android devices. The Intel guys and Opera engineers from our Polish office, who made it happen, deserve a big round of applause," said Lars Boilesen, CEO, Opera Software. "This cooperation will bring Intel-based-device users around the world a high-quality browser ready for preinstallation or download." Find more information and download Opera Mobile Labs for Android on Intel architecture at http://dev.opera.com/articles/view/opera-mobile-12-android-ics-x86/. Visit Opera's booth (Hall 1, booth C44) at Mobile World Congress to see the Opera Mobile Labs edition running on Android on Intel. For a demo at MWC, contact Pl Unanue-Zahl palu[at]opera.com, or join Intel's following events: Android Developer Brunch (February 27, 9 a.m. - noon CET, Fira, Hall 6, 6HS14) Android on Intel Architecture Showcase (February 29, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. CET, Mies van der Rohe Pavilion) Android Developer reception (February 29, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. CET, Mies van der Rohe Pavilion) 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. 250 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. Please feel free to contact me if you have any follow-up questions or would like to arrange an interview with Opera Software. Zara Lauder Communications Manager Opera Software Website: www.opera.com Phone: +47 23 69 25 46 Skype: zara.opera Twitter: ZaraL_Tweet ((M2 Communications disclaims all liability for information provided within M2 PressWIRE. Data supplied by named party/parties. Further information on M2 PressWIRE can be obtained at http://www.presswire.net on the world wide web. Inquiries to [email protected])). (c) 2012 M2 COMMUNICATIONS |