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Chrome may be the default browser on Android, but more people are trying this instead

Opera is seeing a surge in mobile usage as Android and iOS users in the US and UK seek alternatives to default browsers.

By · Published July 16, 2026  16:50 UTC · Updated July 17, 2026  04:31 UTC

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Opera experienced a surge in mobile growth across the US and UK. Users on both Android and iOS sought browser alternatives, leading to increased usage of Opera.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: Opera is seeing a surge in mobile usage as Android and iOS users in the US and UK seek alternatives to default browsers.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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Opera Mobile is experiencing accelerated growth in the United States and United Kingdom. Users are increasingly adopting the browser as an alternative to the default options available on Android and iOS devices.

Coverage from Morningstar reports a 48% growth rate across the UK and US. Other outlets, including Thurrott.com, 9to5Mac, Digital Trends, and Android Central, emphasize that the trend demonstrates a willingness among users to switch browsers when provided with choices.

Future developments depend on whether this growth continues among iPhone and Android users who are currently shifting away from default browser settings.

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Where is Opera Mobile seeing the most growth?

The growth is primarily noted in the United States and the United Kingdom.

What is the reported growth rate for Opera in these regions?

According to Morningstar, mobile growth has accelerated by 48% across the UK and the US.

Which platforms are users switching from?

Users are seeking alternatives to the default browsers on both Android and iOS.

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