Opera’s New Browser Makes Browsing a Relaxing Experience

Opera just launched a new browser called Opera Air, designed to help users relax and stay mindful while browsing. Instead of just being another tool for getting work done, this one comes with features like break reminders, breathing exercises, and soundscapes to encourage better focus.

The company knows people spend a lot of time online, so they wanted to create something that goes beyond the usual browsing experience. Instead of cramming these features into their existing browser, they built a separate product centered around mindfulness.

Opera Air has a lightweight design with a semi-transparent theme, giving it a sleek and calming look.

A floating sidebar keeps key tools within easy reach. Users will find a break reminder system, a ‘Boosts’ feature that plays a mix of music and binaural beats, and quick shortcuts to Aria AI, Messenger, and WhatsApp. The break reminder works like a battery indicator.

It starts full and gradually fades if you keep browsing too long. You can set how long you want to go before being nudged to take a break—or just turn it off entirely.

Breaks aren’t just about stepping away. Opera Air offers guided activities, including breathing exercises, meditation, and neck stretches. If you choose neck stretches, you can even turn on your camera so the browser can help correct your posture.

For sound therapy, the Boosts feature comes preloaded with different combinations of music, ambient sounds, and binaural beats. These beats work by playing slightly different frequencies in each ear, creating an effect that can help with focus.

Users can adjust the mix, tweak the volume, and choose how long they want to play it, from 15 minutes to an unlimited session.

Opera Air is currently only available in English, but the company is working on adding voiceovers in other languages. It remains to be seen whether users will embrace this new approach or stick to Opera’s other browsers like Opera One and Opera GX, which are already packed with features people are used to.

Either way, Opera is betting that some users will want a browser that helps them stay relaxed, not just productive.