How to turn on and configure Yandex on your Xiaomi TV: all ways 2026

Why Yandex doesn’t work on Xiaomi TV out of the box and what to do about it

Xiaomi TVs on Android TV or Google TV do not include Yandex services in the standard set of applications - neither a browser, nor Yandex.Ether, nor even a weather widget. This is due to Google's policy, which restricts the pre-installation of competing services. However, users from Russia and the CIS often want to use the usual tools: voice assistant Alice, search on a TV program or access to Yandex.Disk directly from the big screen.

In this article, we will analyze all working ways of installing Yandex services on Xiaomi Mi TVs. TV, Redmi Smart TV and other models on Android TV 9-12: From simple addition via Google Play to manual download APK-We also talk about how to avoid common errors, such as when an application is installed but not opened or when it comes out with a message, "Device is not certified».

⚠️ Important: Before you start, check the firmware version of your TV. TV A2, P1 More recently (2023–2026) additional permissions for third-party users may be required. APK.

Method 1: Install Yandex applications via Google Play

The easiest way is to download the official Yandex apps from Google Play, but not all services are available for Android TV directly.

• 🌐 Yandex.Browser for TV — Optimized for remote, supports voice search through Alice.
• 📺 Yandex.Ether – TV program with the ability to record airwaves (requires registration).
• ☁️ Yandex.Disk – access to files, but without full remote support (mouse control via Mi Remote).
• 🎵 Yandex.Music – works stably, but may be absent in the default search.

To find these applications:

1. Open Google Play on your TV (the icon in the app menu).
2. In the search bar, enter the name of the desired service (for example, “Yandex.Browser”).
3. If the app doesn’t show up, try changing the Google account region to “Russia” in your profile settings.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Mi) TV 4S 2020) Google Play may block app installations from "unverified sources." In which case, go to Settings → Security and limitations → Unknown sources and allow installation for Google Play.

Method 2: Manual installation APK-Files (for experienced users)

If the application is not available in Google Play, you can install it manually through the APK-This method is suitable for:

• 🔍 Yandex.Search for TV (assemblies).
• 🤖 Alice from Yandex (voice assistant, requires a separate microphone setting).
• 📱 Yandex.Launcher – alternative shell (does not work on all Xiaomi models).

Installation instructions:

1. Download. APK-file USB-drive or to the cloud (e.g. Yandex.Disk). Important: use versions optimized for Android TV (search the forums 4PDA or XDA Developers).
2. Connect USB to your TV or download the file via your browser.
3. Open the File Manager (if not, install FX File Explorer from Google Play).
4. Launch it. APK-file and follow the instructions. When requesting permissions, select "Install despite the risk».

Download APK for Android TV (not for smartphone)|

Check the Android version (Settings → About TV)|

Enable installation from unknown sources |

Have a remote with a microphone (for Alice)-->

⚠️ Attention: Installation APK Unverified sources may result in a Google account being blocked on your TV (if the app is modified).To avoid this, check the hash file on VirusTotal before installing it.

Method 3: Use of alternative launchers

If you don’t like the standard Android TV interface on Xiaomi, you can install an alternative launcher that supports Yandex widgets.

• 🏠 ATV Launcher – allows you to add shortcuts to the main screen.
• 🔄 Sideload Launcher – displays all installed APK, including.
• 🌈 Wolf Launcher – supports customization and weather widgets from Yandex.

After the launcher is installed:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Launcher by default.
2. Select the installed launcher (such as ATV Launcher).
3. Add Yandex.Weather or Yandex.Ether widgets to the home screen (if supported).

💡 Useful advice: On Xiaomi models TV Q2 And the newer standard launcher is locked, so you'll need to disable system updates or use it to change it. ADB-team:

adb shell pm hide com.miui.tv.launcher


adb shell pm enable com.your.launcher.package

Method 4: Configure Yandex.Ether and Alice via the Xiaomi remote

Yandex.Ether and voice assistant Alice require additional settings to work with the Xiaomi remote.

For Yandex.Ether:

1. Install the app via Google Play (see Method 1).
2. Open it and log in through your Yandex account.
3. In the application settings, turn on “Ether Record” and link the device to your account.
4. To manage the recordings from the remote, press and hold the microphone button (if any) or use the OK button to select channels.

For Alice:

• Install Yandex.Browser or the official Alice app (if available).
• Activate voice search in your browser settings: Settings → Voice Assistant → Alice.
• For models without built-in microphone (e.g. Redmi Smart) TV X) connect the external USB-microphone or use a voice-controlled remote (e.g. Mi Remote Pro).

⚠️ Attention: On Android TVs TV 12 (e.g. Xiaomi) TV S Pro) Alice may not be launched due to Google's restrictions on the background work of third-party assistants. In this case, use the browser version via Yandex.Browser.

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Voice control via Alice works only on Xiaomi models with built-in microphone (series A2, Q2). The rest will require an external device or remote with a microphone.

Problem Solving: Yandex does not open or issues errors

If Yandex applications are installed but do not work, check the following points:

• 🔄 Error "Device not certified": go to Settings → Accounts and synchronization → Google and Update Certificates.
• 🚫 The application closes immediately: clear the cache and data in Settings → Annexes → [name].
• 🌐 Internet does not work in Yandex.Browser: check the proxy settings in Settings → Network and Internet → Additionally.
• 🔊 Alice can't hear commands: turn off noise cancellation in microphone settings (if external is used).

If the problem persists, try resetting the TV settings to factory:

1. Go to Settings → Device → Reset settings.
2. Select “Reset all settings” (does not delete apps).
3. After the reboot, re-authenticate in your Google and Yandex account.

💡 Tip: If after reset Yandex.Ether stopped showing channels, update the list manually: open the application → Settings → Update the channel list.

Alternative methods: Yandex via a console or smartphone

If none of these methods worked, consider alternatives:

• 📦 Android console TV (Nvidia Shield, Xiaomi Mi Box: Connect it to your TV HDMI. On the consoles Yandex.Ether and Alice work without restrictions.
• 📱 Transmit from your phone: use Miracast or Google Cast to broadcast your smartphone screen to TV. Launch Yandex.Browser on your phone and transmit the image to Xiaomi TV.
• 🖥️ Mini-PC on Windows: connect your computer to your TV and use desktop versions of Yandex.Ether or Yandex.Music.

For the phone broadcast:

1. Make sure your phone and TV are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
2. On your TV, turn Miracast on in Settings → Connection and Sharing → Wireless display.
3. On your Android phone, open the “Screen Transfer” in the notification curtain and select your Xiaomi TV.

⚠️ Warning: Miracast may have a delay of up to 1-2 seconds, so you can connect your phone to your TV via cable. USB-C → HDMI (if maintained).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Yandex on Xiaomi TV