Opera has officially launched its redesigned Opera One browser on iOS, following a successful beta testing phase. The new browser features a bottom-placed search bar for easier browsing, quick search suggestions, and integration with the Aria AI assistant.

While the bottom search bar is the default setting, users can switch to Standard Navigation or Fast Action Button styles. Additionally, users can swipe down to bring up the search bar, similar to the Spotlight search on iOS.

When typing a query, the search engine typically offers autocomplete options. Now, Opera will also provide its own autocomplete suggestions in chipsets below the search box to speed up the search process. The company has also made subtle design changes, such as hiding the bottom and top bars for a full-screen view while scrolling and matching the top status bar color to the site’s theme.

Opera is replacing its old newsfeed with a new carousel view that includes personalized news, live scores, and product tips. The AI-powered assistant, Aria, launched in May 2023, is now integrated into the iOS version with voice input and image generation capabilities.

According to app analytics firm Sensor Tower, the Opera browser has been downloaded over 50 million times on iOS since 2020. However, its year-on-year growth has slowed, with 58%, 25%, and 4% growth in downloads for 2021, 2022, and 2023, respectively. The EU remains Opera’s largest market, and due to regulatory changes requiring iOS to offer a browser choice screen, the browser saw a 122% increase in downloads in Q2 2024.