Opera, the Norwegian browser company, introduces Opera Air, a web browser designed to encourage mindfulness and well-being. In addition to functioning as a secure and robust browsing tool, Opera Air integrates well-being features such as breathing exercises, meditation sessions, binaural beats, stretching routines, and uplifting quotes into the browsing experience. With its minimalist Scandinavian design, frosted glass user interface, Opera aims to create a serene and focused online environment for the user.
In response to the overwhelming nature of the internet, Opera designed the new browser to help users manage stress, enhance focus, and maintain emotional clarity. Embedded in the experience are features like the "Take a Break" which offers guided sessions ranging from 3 to 15 minutes, including breathing exercises, meditation, and full-body scans. Users can also set reminders to incorporate these mindful breaks into their daily routines.
The "Boosts" feature utilizes binaural beats—auditory techniques that play slightly different frequencies in each ear to create a perceived third frequency in the brain. This method is known to promote relaxation, focus, or a meditative state. Opera Air offers various "Boosts" such as Creativity Boost, Energized Focus, and Deep Relaxation. Users can customize these sessions by adjusting the volume of nature sounds, background music, and selecting preferred durations, ranging from 15 minutes to continuous play. The addition of these mindful integrations reflects Opera's commitment to enhancing user well-being in the digital age.
