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Opera Launches Updated Lucid Mode and Sunrise-Emulating Wallpapers to Help Users Ward Off Seasonal Sadness

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OSLO, Norway, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Winter has descended upon the Northern Hemisphere, including the headquarters of Opera in Oslo. Further north, polar night kicks off this evening in Narvik, Norway, blanketing the area in a deep blue until January. Days spent in cold and darkness lead many people to suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder, which lowers their mood and causes sluggishness.

 

Studies have shown that poor video quality is linked to negative emotional responses in viewers – not the sort of feelings with which we want to saddle ourselves during an already trying time. That’s why, just in time for the short days of December, Opera has improved its Lucid Mode – a feature that provides videos with better-than-ever brightness, sharpness, and clarity. Not only has the underlying technology been upgraded – resulting in better browser performance and battery life – but users can now control the extent of video enhancement within Settings. Once they configure the video quality to their specifications, users can – by hovering on the Lucid Mode button on any video – click a slider that allows them to see the crispness boosted in real time.

“With many people already suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder, we don’t want them to also have to deal with SDD – Standard Definition Disorder,” said Joanna Czajka, product director at Opera.

First identified by Dr. Norman E. Rosenthal in 1984, SAD is a condition that afflicts tens of millions of people around the world. Often called winter depression, SAD affects as many as twenty percent of adults to some greater or lesser degree, with symptoms including less energy, difficulty concentrating, and feeling generally down.

“It’s been famously quipped that, ‘Everyone complains about the weather, but nobody does anything about it.’ Well now we can! The general principle of fighting SAD is getting light, more light. And you can do that by going outside and walking, maybe going skiing up in the Alps if you can. But you can also do that through artificial means. So I would encourage everyone out there to go and get yourself some good light boxes,” said Dr. Rosenthal, the author of Defeating SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder): A Guide to Health and Happiness Through All Seasons.

On top of introducing an improved Lucid Mode, Opera has also created a special, luminous Sunrise wallpaper, designed to combat the winter blues by showering users with light. It may not be a substitute for a SAD lamp, but it’s the best we could do from a software perspective – for now!

Opera has also recorded a podcast discussing SAD with Dr. Rosenthal, where users can find more tips on how to beat the winter sadness.

Enabling Lucid Mode

The Lucid Mode icon appears as soon as a user accesses a website with video content. It can be activated by clicking the icon with three stars. The improvements to the video can be monitored in real time by dragging a slider from left to right across the video. The level of video quality enhancement can be further adjusted in the browser settings.

To access the new set of wallpapers, users need to go to Easy Setup and click on “get more wallpapers,” and then look for the “Sunrise” and “Sunrise in Motion” wallpapers by Opera.

To see whether you might be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder, take Dr. Rosenthal’s quiz here. If you are feeling severely down or depressed, please consult your physician or a psychologist.

To download Opera, click here. To view the Opera Lucid Mode video, click here.

About Opera

Opera is a user-centric and innovative software company focused on enabling the best possible internet browsing experience across all devices. Hundreds of millions use Opera web browsers for their unique and secure features on their mobile phones and desktop computers. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Opera is a public company listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol “OPRA.” Download the Opera web browsers and access other Opera products from opera.com. Learn more about Opera at investor.opera.com  and on X @InvestorOpera.

 

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Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Market Disruptions: Riding a High-Growth Wave Through 2030 at CAGR 21.64%

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Compound Growth at 21.64% Signals a New Phase of Extended Detection and Response Market Expansion

MIDDLETON, Mass., May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — QKS Group, a premier market intelligence and advisory firm, has released its latest in-depth analysis of the global Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Market, signalling a strong growth phase ahead. The new reports – ‘Market Share: Extended Detection and Response (XDR), 2024, Worldwide & Regional Report’ and ‘Market Forecast:  Extended Detection and Response (XDR), 2025-2030, Worldwide & Regional Report’ – the market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 21.64% through 2030. This analysis equips businesses with the strategic intelligence needed to navigate the dynamic XDR landscape and make informed decisions as the market continues to evolve. 

The Next Growth Frontier in XDR Platforms 

In today’s digital landscape, where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, Extended Detection and Response (XDR) has become essential for organizations aiming to enhance their security posture. By integrating data across endpoints, networks, servers, and cloud environments, XDR provides threat detection and response capabilities and helps to improve incident response times, reduce security complexities, and protect against advanced cyber threats. This widespread adoption is driven by the need for robust, scalable security solutions that can adapt to the evolving threat environment.

According to Aiyaz Ahmed, Analyst at QKS Group, “XDR solutions have evolved beyond traditional threat detection, becoming essential for enhancing enterprise resilience, agility, and future-readiness. By integrating AI-driven analytics, automation, and visibility across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments, leading XDR vendors are transforming how organizations defend against sophisticated cyber threats.” 

Key Market Insights from QKS Group’s Report 

Global and Regional Market Analysis: A deep dive into worldwide and regional XDR platform adoption trends, competitive landscapes, and future growth projections.Competitive Benchmarking: A comparative analysis of top XDR vendors, their market positioning, and strategic differentiators.Industry Adoption Trends: Insights into which sectors are investing most heavily in XDR solutions and why.Technology Disruption & AI’s Role: How AI, automation, and advanced analytics are transforming XDR solutions to enhancing threat detection, streamlining incident response, and improving overall security efficiency.

Market Leaders & Competitive Landscape 

The report covers key industry players, including Bitdefender, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Cybereason, Elastic, FireEye, Kaspersky, McAfee, Microsoft, Palo Alto Networks, SentinelOne, Sophos, Trend Micro, VMware, Fortinet, and Stellar Cyber.

Why This Matters for XDR Vendors? 

For CEOs, CFOs, and CSOs of XDR solution providers, these insights are crucial for identifying untapped market opportunities, refining growth strategies, and staying a step ahead of rising competitors. As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, vendors must ensure their solutions offer comprehensive integration across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments, leveraging AI-driven analytics and automation to deliver significant ROI. Emphasizing platform convergence and cloud-native architectures will be key to meeting the dynamic security needs of modern enterprises.

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X-Rite Launches CiF3200 Imaging Benchtop Spectrophotometer for Precision Small-Spot Color Measurement

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New imaging benchtop spectrophotometer delivers precision for color assessment of small, multi-colored, and complex parts; see live demonstration at EPHJ 2025.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — X-Rite Incorporated, a global leader in color science and technology, today announced the launch of the CiF3200 imaging spectrophotometer, designed for color measurement of small, odd-shaped, multi-colored, and highly reflective items. With a minimum measurement area of just 2mm, the CiF3200 allows manufacturers to set and communicate digital color standards for small components, improving quality control and reducing rework. It’s ideal for applications where detail, consistency, and accuracy are essential, such as luxury goods, consumer electronics, and plastic components.

With the CiF3200, we’re addressing a unique need in the industry – how to consistently measure color on small or oddly shaped parts.

The CiF3200 combines advanced features such as virtual apertures ranging from 2–12mm, on-screen targeting for precise sample alignment, and automatic multi-color extraction to deliver fast, repeatable color measurements and support objective, data-driven evaluation.

The CiF3200 sphere benchtop spectrophotometer offers simultaneous SPIN / SPEX capability. It enables brilliance measurement, which is critical for quality control on metals and materials that may exhibit visual variation due to surface finishing and metallic reflection. Whether maintaining color harmony for luxury watches or verifying part-to-part consistency on small, molded goods, the CiF3200 helps manufacturers elevate quality assurance with confidence and efficiency.

“With the CiF3200, we’re addressing a unique need in the industry – how to consistently measure color on small or oddly shaped parts,” said Dave Visnovsky, Product Manager, X-Rite. “By combining advanced targeting and imaging with sphere measurement technology and an aperture as small as 2mm, the CiF3200 allows customers to digitize their standards and streamline quality control in ways that simply weren’t possible before.”

The CiF3200 enables users to:

Set and communicate digital color standards for small or complex components.Verify each measurement spot with live on-screen targeting.Capture and store measurement images for traceability.Extract multiple colors from a single sample for comprehensive analysis.

The CiF3200 integrates with Color iQC software for a complete quality control solution and streamlined workflow. For more information about the CiF3200, visit https://www.xrite.com/categories/benchtop-spectrophotometers/cif3200

See CiF3200 at EPHJ 2025

X-Rite will demonstrate the CiF3200 at Booth Q03 during EPHJ 2025, taking place June 3–6, 2025, at Palexpo in Geneva, Switzerland. The event brings together professionals from high-precision industries, including watchmaking, jewelry, microtechnologies, and medtech.

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Alicia Libucha, X-Rite, 857-205-0919, alicialibucha@xrite.com, https://www.xrite.com

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Spire Selling Combats Economic Uncertainty with Game-Changing Sales Training

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Online platform and companion book equip 3 million sales professionals to thrive through chaos, complexity and upheaval

LOS ANGELES, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In times of economic turbulence, shifting markets and rising global tariffs, traditional sales methods are faltering. That’s why Spire Selling (spireselling.com) has launched a career development program in addition to a new book – “Cheating Death” (ISBN: 978-1069339287) by CEO and 35+ year sales veteran, Robert Herbst.

As a global leader in B2B salesforce development, Spire Selling is excited to unveil a career development program which offers self-paced selling courses. Its ground-breaking online training is designed to future-proof the careers of B2B sales professionals.

Through 60 self-paced modules across five courses, the curriculum equips learners to embrace chaos as opportunity, outpace AI disruption and transform complex client needs into lasting solutions. Practical frameworks and real-world exercises teach salespeople how to innovate, drive their careers and organizations forward and create extraordinary value – no matter what the market throws at them.

“Sales is the most honest place you can be,” Robert Herbst, sales veteran and CEO, Spire Selling, says. “It’s not about closing deals; it’s about being curious enough to truly understand what’s broken, straightforward enough to say it out loud and bold enough to help fix it. Salespeople who master this are not just surviving today’s chaos, they’re thriving.”

Backed by more than 35 years of experience training thousands of professionals, Herbst’s effective sales approach reframes selling from outdated pressure tactics to deep client problem-solving. He challenges salespeople to become sales practitioners: expert diagnosticians who create lasting value by finding and solving complex customer problems at the root.

In his book, “Cheating Death,” Herbst teaches the inner game of sales, while the Spire Selling online courses offer holistic and immersive training for sales professionals at every level.

Now available in print, eBook, and audiobook formats, “Cheating Death” is earning early praise as being “deeply human,” “game-changing” and “essential reading for serious sellers.”

About Spire Selling

Rob Herbst, a globally-recognized B2B sales leader, founded Spire Selling in 1990. For more than three decades, he’s been helping salespeople rethink how they connect, diagnose and serve.

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