Advantages as a distribution platform
Reach more users with the Opera TV Store.
- HTML5-based storefront of web apps optimized for TV screens
- Standard remote control navigation lets users easily browse, search, install and interact with TV apps
- Based on the Opera Devices SDK, the Opera TV Store can run on an device that uses Opera Devices SDK
- Currently, the Opera TV Store is available on Sony Bravia TV and Blu-Ray player
How it works
Opera TV Store apps are web-based, run from the cloud, and suitable for TV screens of any size or resolution. For users, this means:
- A comfortable, "lean-back" experience
- No need for typing or searching, as apps are optimized for a standard remote control
- An instant overview of installed TV apps from the My Apps home screen, in grid layout
- Easy browsing by category, including video, music, social networking, games, news and information
How to create apps for the Opera TV Store
Developers can easily repurpose existing HTML5 applications running on PC and mobile to work on TV. For more information on this and everything else you need to know about developing apps for the Opera TV Store, visit the TV developer portal. You will find :
- Guidelines on developing and optimizing content for TVs
- Opera TV Emulator: develop and test content without access to a physical TV
- Opera Dragonfly debugging toolkit: JavaScript debugging, RAM analysis, HTTP logs and other debug options
How to publish apps on the Opera TV Store
Once you have a TV app, you can submit it for inclusion in the Opera TV Store catalog. Start by creating an account. Then you can upload your app to the Developer Submission Portal. Once we review your application, it can be published in the Opera TV Store. If you would like to discuss potential partnerships around TV applications, please contact us.