How to install Alice on a Xiaomi TV: all the ways and subtleties of setting up

Voice assistant Alice from Yandex has long ceased to be exclusive to smartphones and speakers — now it can be installed even on Xiaomi TVs. This opens up new possibilities: voice control, content search without a remote, running apps and even controlling a smart home through the screen. However, the installation process is not always obvious, especially if your TV model does not support Alice out of the box.

In this article, we will look at all the current ways to install Alice on Xiaomi Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV and other models, from official methods to workarounds for old firmware. You will learn what requirements are imposed on the TV, how to set up the microphone (if any), and what to do if Alice refuses to work, and detailed instructions with pictures for each stage, including solving typical errors such as “no sound” or “no commands recognizes”.

What Xiaomi TVs officially support Alice

Not all Xiaomi models boast official Alice support, and for 2026, the voice assistant is available out of the box only on the following series:

• 📺 Xiaomi TV Q2/Q1E (2022–2026) – with Yandex preinstalled
• 📺 Xiaomi TV A Pro (Models with Android TV 11 and later)
• 📺 Redmi Smart TV X (series 2023–2026) – requires software updates
• 📺 Xiaomi TV P1/P1E — Alice support added from the firmware MIUI TV 3.0+

If your TV is not on this list, don’t be too upset. Alice can be installed manually through Google Play (if any) or with third-party launchers like ATV Launcher. The main condition is the presence of Android TV version 9.0 or higher. You can check the OS version in the Settings menu → About TV → Android TV version.

Note: On PatchWall TVs (a Xiaomi branded shell), Alice may be unstable due to a conflict with the built-in Xiao AI assistant. In such cases, it is recommended to disable Xiao AI in settings (Settings → Smart Assistant → Disable Xiao AI) before installing Alice.

Preparing the TV for Alice's installation

Before installing the voice assistant, you need to follow several mandatory steps, otherwise Alice will either not install or will work with errors.

Check the Android TV version (should be 9.0+)

Update the TV to the latest version

Connect the TV to the Internet (preferably via cable)

Create a Yandex account (if not)

Disable the built-in Xiao AI assistant (if any)

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The most critical item is the firmware update. On older versions of MIUI TV (up to 2.5), Alice may not start due to the lack of necessary libraries. You can update the software from the Settings menu → About TV → System Update. If the automatic update does not work, download the latest firmware from the official Xiaomi website and install it manually via USB.

⚠️ Warning: On Xiaomi TVs with 32GB of storage before installing Alice, free up at least 1GB of space. Otherwise, the app will constantly crash due to memory shortages.

If your TV doesn’t have a built-in microphone (which is most Redmi Smart TV models), you’ll need an external USB- microphone or Bluetooth headset connection. Check the microphone’s compatibility with Android TV — some cheap models may not be recognized by the system.

Method 1: Install Alice via Google Play

The easiest method is to download the official Yandex app with Alice from Google Play. It is suitable for TVs with a pre-installed app store (usually models on Android TV 9.0+).

Step instructions:

1. Open Google Play on your TV (the icon in the form of a color triangle).
2. In the search bar, enter "Yandex with Alice for TV" and select the official application from Yandex LLC.
3. Click "Install" and wait for the download to be completed.
4. After installation, open the application and log in under your Yandex account.
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to set up the microphone (if any).

If the app is not in search, try:

• 🔄 Update Google Play to the latest version.
• 🌐 Change the region of your Google account to “Russia” (in your account settings).
• 📱 Install the app on your smartphone and then send it to your TV via Google Play Games (if supported).

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If Alice doesn't recognize her voice, try reconnecting the microphone or using a Bluetooth headset, and there's a "Mic Test" in the settings of the Yandex app to help diagnose the problem.

Method 2: Installation through APK-File (for TVs without Google Play)

If your Xiaomi TV doesn’t have Google Play (like PatchWall models or Chinese firmware), you’ll have to manually install Alice via the APK- file, a method that requires caution, as improper installation can cause system failures.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the latest version of APK- of the Yandex Alice TV file from the official Yandex TV website or a trusted source (for example, APKMirror).
2. Copy the file to USB-storage device (formatted in FAT32).
3. Connect the flash drive to the TV and open any file manager (such as File Commander or Built-in Explorer).
4. Find the downloaded APK- file and click on it. If the TV requests permission to install from unknown sources, go to Settings → Security → Allow installation from this source.
5. After installation, launch the application and perform authorization.

⚠️ Warning: Installing APK from unverified sources can cause a TV virus to infect you. Always download files only from official sites or trusted repositories.

If Alice doesn’t start after installation, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the TV.
• 🗑️ Clear the app cache in Settings → Applications → Yandex → Clear the cache.
• 📥 Install an older version APK (sometimes newer versions conflict with Xiaomi firmware).

Customization of microphone and voice control

Without a properly tuned microphone, Alice won't be able to recognize your commands. Xiaomi TVs have two options for connecting the microphone:

1. Built-in microphone (only available in top-end models such as Xiaomi TV Q2).
2. External microphone (via USB or Bluetooth).

To set up the built-in microphone:

1. Open the Yandex app with Alice.
2. Go to Settings → Microphone.
3. Select "Use the built-in microphone" and follow the instructions on the screen for calibration.
4. Say a test phrase (such as “Hello Alice”) to test your sensitivity.

To connect an external microphone:

• 🎤 Connect the USB-microphone to port USB 2.0 on your TV (port USB 3.0 may not work).
• 🔵 If you use a Bluetooth headset, turn on the pairing mode on the device and find it in Settings → Bluetooth.
• 🔊 In Alice's settings, select "Use an external microphone" and specify the connected device.

If the microphone is connected, but Alice is not responding to her voice:

• 🔊 Check the microphone volume level in the Android TV settings (Settings → Sound → Microphone Level).
• 🔄 Reconnect the device (turn off and turn on again).
• 📵 Make sure there are no noise sources nearby (fan, air conditioning).

Solving Typical Alice Problems on Xiaomi TV

Even after a successful installation, Alice may not work properly, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to fix them:

If Alice stopped working after updating the TV, try rolling back the firmware or waiting for a patch from Yandex. Often problems arise due to changes in the Android TV API that break compatibility with voice assistants.

Important: On Xiaomi TVs with MIUI TV firmware below version 3.0, Alice may not see some streaming services due to the limitations of the PatchWall shell. In this case, only a firmware update or an alternative launcher (for example, ATV Launcher) will help.

Additional features of Alice on Xiaomi TV

Alice on Xiaomi TV knows much more than just looking for movies. Here are some useful features that many people don't know about:

• 🎮 Game management: Alice can run games from Google Play Games with a voice (e.g., "Alice, launch Angry Birds").
• 🏠 Smart Home Control: If you have Xiaomi Mi Home or Yandex Smart Home devices, Alice can control lighting, sockets and even a robot vacuum cleaner right from the TV.
• 📊 Weather and news: Just say, "Alice, show us tomorrow's weather forecast," and a widget with detailed information will appear on the screen.
• 🎵 Musical commands: You can ask to include specific tracks or playlists from Yandex Music (“Alice, turn on DDT”).
• 📅 Reminders and timers: Alice syncs with the Yandex calendar and can display notifications on the TV screen.

To activate these functions, it is necessary to:

1. Connect the appropriate accounts in Alice's settings.
2. Give all necessary permissions (access to location, microphone, contacts).
3. Update the Yandex app to the latest version.

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Alice on Xiaomi TV can replace the remote control – with its help you can switch channels, adjust the volume and even turn off the TV with your voice (Alice, turn off the TV).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Alice on Xiaomi TV