Major update introduced for Yandex smart devices
Yandex has announced a major update for its smart devices, including enhancements to its digital assistant, Alice, and related ecosystem features. Set to roll out in April 2026, the Yandex Station 3 will introduce new lighting options, including three animation modes and customizable settings for brightness and color. Additionally, the device will now support higher volume levels and include a new section in Yandex TV for the Kinopoisk app, allowing users to launch games from their Steam library. Other updates include a new video player interface for Rutube, the ability to record TV shows, and smart skipping of opening credits in series.
The Yandex team has shared information regarding updates to the Alisa digital assistant and its associated ecosystem, including the company's smart devices. In April 2026, several new features were presented to users. Ixbt.com reports on this.
Lighting capabilities have been expanded on the Yandex Station 3 device: three animation variants have been added to the Light Music mode, and a function to create custom lighting modes by selecting animation, speed, and color has been introduced. Additionally, Station 3 has become louder at popular volume levels ranging from 10% to 50%.
An Igromir section has appeared in the Kinopoisk application on Yandex TV Stations, allowing users to launch games from the Steam library and free-to-play hits.
New features on TV Stations also include the ability to add internet videos to the "Recent" section, a new player interface for Rutube, the ability to record television programs, and a smart skip function for opening credits in TV series.
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