Mobile browser specialist Opera has announced a partnership with MTN, one of Africa’s leading networks.Mobile entertainment reported that the deal will see Opera Mini software, which it says is used by 15.8 million mobile web surfers worldwide, offered as to MTN’s customers in Uganda.
The company says Uganda has witnessed a widespread penetration of mobile phone technology, even in rural areas where it is seen as a preferable alternative to landlines.
MTN CEO Noel Meier said: “Partnering with Opera Software will enable MTN to provide [a mobile web] experience to our customers, therefore re-affirming our commitment to being a total telecommunications solutions provider in Uganda.”
About Opera Mini
Opera Mini brings the full Web experience. People can now enjoy instant access to Web sites from any location and any device. With Opera Mini, users enjoy a desktop-like browsing experience which displays Web pages as they are meant to be seen. Advanced features like Opera Zoom provide a more intuitive browsing experience. In addition, Opera Mini utilizes Opera’s compression technology to pre-process and compress Web pages by up to 90% before sending them to mobile phones, resulting in faster page downloads without compromising end-user experience, at the same time, keeping download costs under control. Now users can browse all their favorite Web sites just like they do on their PC without acquiring huge costs.
About Opera Software
Opera Software ASA has redefined Web browsing for PCs, mobile phones and other networked devices. Opera’s cross-platform Web browser technology is renowned for its performance, standards compliance and small size, while giving users a faster, safer and more dynamic online experience. Opera Software is headquartered in Oslo, Norway, with offices around the world. The company is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. Learn more about Opera at http://www.opera.com.
