Yandex Kazakhstan unveils initial portable smart column powered by Alice
Portable Smart Speaker 'Street Station' Now Available in Kazakhstan
The first portable smart speaker featuring the digital assistant, 'Alice', has made its way to Kazakhstan. The new 'Street Station' offers a powerful sound system, up to 12 hours of wireless operation, and durability against dust and other elements. It's ideal for outdoor activities, such as sports facilities, hiking, or picnics. The price is set at 89,990 tenge.
The 'Street Station' offers voice control via Bluetooth, allowing users to stream music or give commands while offline. Quick commands can be issued without the activation word "Alice," but are currently available only in Russian.
The smart speaker boasts a powerful 30-watt sound system, designed for both indoor and outdoor use. It adjusts equalizer settings based on the environment and offers users the choice between "Indoor" and "Outdoor" sound modes in the settings. The 'Play Everywhere' mode allows listeners to enjoy the same playlist on multiple 'Street Stations' when connected to the same account and Wi-Fi access point. This feature, too, is locally available in Russian.
The 'Street Station' provides up to 12 hours of wireless operation and offers easy battery checking on the device or through the companion "Home with Alice" app. Users can also ask "Alice" for the battery status.
Available in black and green, the 'Street Station' comes with a removable strap and is built with durability in mind, making it easy to carry while holding, hanging on a backpack, or placing on sports equipment. The device is protected from dust and brief water immersion according to the IP67 standard.
'Street Station' is now available at popular electronics stores across Kazakhstan, including Sulpak, Alser, Mechta, Technodom, Mobil Plus, and the official Alice online store.
'Yandex Kazakhstan' is the tech company behind the development of machine learning and neural network-based products and services, aiming to improve users' lives and develop Kazakhstan's digital environment. The company's offerings already include search, city, cloud, and entertainment services, as well as educational and social projects.
Photo: Yandex Kazakhstan.
Portable smart speakers are typically lightweight, compact, battery-powered, and offer voice assistant integration (though this may vary). Other typical features include Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and SD/USB/FM/AUX connectivity[4]. Battery life ranges between 8 to 24 hours, depending on the model[2][5]. These speakers also offer robust sound quality and may be water-resistant, with ratings such as IPX4 or higher[2].
[1] https://www.techradar.com/best/portable-bluetooth-speakers[2] https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/best-waterproof-bluetooth-speakers/[3] https://www.techradar.com/news/the-best-smart-speakers[4] https://www.crutchfield.com/learn/speakers/portable-bluetooth.html[5] https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-bluetooth-speaker/
Users can now find the 'Street Station' portable smart speaker in various outlets across Kazakhstan and invest in a versatile, powerful, and durable audio solution for their daily lives.
Smart-home devices like the 'Street Station' portable smart speaker, a gadget powered by the digital assistant 'Alice', are increasingly popular. With its robust 30-watt sound system, voice control via Bluetooth, and up to 12 hours of wireless operation, this technology offers a versatile audio solution for everyday life in Kazakhstan.
