# Opera Gains Traction Among iPhone Users in the US and UK Opera's iOS browser saw 50% growth in the US and 93% in the UK during Q2 2026. - **Source:** [9to5Mac](https://brifing.si/source/59447403-ce5b-427c-8132-8614f549929a) - **Published:** 2026-07-14 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/7d17de60-aa71-47cd-9e08-6249b84ec0eb ## Opera's Growth Figures Opera reported a 50% user increase in the US and 93% in the UK for its iOS browser in Q2 2026. This growth follows a 42% surge across Europe last year, with France alone seeing a remarkable 103% jump. ## Impact of the DMA The Digital Markets Act (DMA) played a key role in Opera's growth by requiring Apple to implement a browser choice screen. Users can now easily opt for alternatives to Safari, and Opera has successfully capitalized on this change. ## User Retention Strategies Opera attributes its user retention to innovative features like a free VPN, advanced tab management, and a built-in ad blocker. These enhancements significantly improve the overall user experience. ## AI and Synchronization The latest Opera One update enables seamless synchronization of tabs, bookmarks, and passwords between desktop and mobile devices. New AI capabilities include multimodal prompts and direct file uploads from iPhones. ## Market Position Opera's total active users across iOS and Android grew by 66% in the UK and 40% in the US. This growth underscores Opera's rising significance in the competitive browser market. ## Key Takeaways Opera's performance highlights how regulatory changes shape tech markets. By focusing on user-centric innovations and leveraging legal opportunities, Opera has gained a competitive edge over rivals. ## Sources covering this story - https://9to5mac.com/2026/07/14/opera-gains-ground-among-iphone-users-in-the-us-and-uk/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._