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Opera + Boxee, just in time for Christmas

San Mateo, USA - December 19, 2012

Opera Software and Boxee today announced that the Opera Devices Software Development Kit (SDK) is powering the HTML5 experience on Boxee TV, a brand-new streaming media player that offers the world's first cloud DVR, live TV, and Internet Apps.

The Opera Devices SDK powers applications like YouTube, Spotify, Vimeo and WSJ Live, allowing customers to enjoy the best of the Internet on their TVs. Add Boxee's DVR and broadcast TV channels to the mix, and the Opera-powered Boxee TV becomes a perfect gift for the holidays – all for under $100.

The power of Opera's cutting-edge technology, with the most robust performance and standards support, gives Boxee TV access to more online video and provides users with the best experience while using Boxee's integrated Apps. The Opera-powered Boxee TV is currently available throughout the United States in Walmart retail locations and at www.boxee.tv.

With this partnership, Boxee has thrown its weight behind HTML5 Apps, and Opera is currently the best solution to achieve that on embedded devices. Another advantage to Boxee users will be the growing number of Apps that will be available, as Opera expands its ever-growing portfolio of HTML5 Apps that can be easily ported to Boxee devices.

"In our world, content is king. Using Opera enabled us to add a lot of Apps to Boxee TV without a lot of effort on our part," says Tom Sella, COO, Boxee. "In addition, working with Opera ensures our content library is well positioned to grow as more companies create HTML5 Apps."

"All I want for Christmas is more TV shows, movies and online video," says Lars Boilesen, CEO, Opera Software. "'Tis the season to give and receive, and finding a Boxee TV powered by Opera under the tree will make all those dreams come true."

To win one of three Boxee TVs Opera is giving away this Christmas, click here. (for U.S. residents only)

About Boxee

Boxee Inc. is helping people fall in love with TV all over again. We believe TV should be personal and delivered on your schedule. That's why we created the world's first cloud DVR that allows you to record an unlimited amount of TV programs to the Internet, and then watch on your TV, computer, iPad...pretty much anywhere. Boxee also lets you watch shows from broadcast TV channels and shows & movies from online services like Netflix, VUDU and YouTube. Boxee is made with love in NYC.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web - any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 275 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. 'Opera', 'Opera Software', 'Opera Mini' and the 'O' logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.