Russian search giant Yandex is making phones now

After self-driving cars and smart speakers, Russian search engine giant Yandex is getting into smartphones. Its debut handset, fittingly titled "Yandex.Phone," is an entry-level Android device that's hooked up to its massive ecosystem. That essentially means it comes pre-loaded with Yandex's software -- including its GPS, music, and weather apps. At the center of it all sits Alice: the company's virtual assistant, which now boasts 34,000 localized skills and can understand Russian with a "near human-level accuracy." Alice can also help you find local businesses and service providers from Yandex's integrated business directory.