Opera Beta 98.0.5066.88185: AI Browser Features Tested
We tested Opera's new beta browser with integrated AI features in version 98.0.5066.88185. Here's what works, what doesn't, and whether it's worth your … First Impressions: More Than Just a Version Number When you first launch Opera Beta 98, the interface feels familiar—until you start poking around. The version number, 98.0.5066.88185 , is a mouthful, but it signals something substantial underneath the hood. This isn't a minor security patch. The most immediate change is the subtle but persistent presence of AI prompts woven into the browsing experience itself, a move that challenges the assumption that artificial intelligence tools should live in separate extensions or sidebars. Where the AI Actually Lives Let’s cut through the marketing speak. The AI functionality in this build isn't a single, monolithic feature called “Aria.” Instead, it manifests in three distinct areas that attempt to anticipate your needs before you even articulate them. The Context...