Opera Software announced that TMN(Telecomunication Movies Nations), Portugal's leading mobile operator, has selected Opera Mini as the default Web browser for the company's mobile Internet service. Opera Mini offers the richest and most engaging mobile Web experience for TMN's more than 5.7 million customers, allowing them to access the real Internet - use their favorite sites, check their email and bank - wherever they are.

"Our customers now have access to the full range of favorite Web content on their mobiles," said Jose Baldino, Member of the Board, TMN. "TMN has a long legacy of offering our users innovative new services. By selecting Opera Mini, we have created a truly compelling offering that gives our customers a unique and high-value Web experience."

The Opera-powered mobile Internet solution will be available as a free download for all TMN customers from http://mini.opera.com/tmn. Additionally, Opera Mini will be delivered pre-installed on several high-volume handsets.