The new portable batteries were developed by Yandex Design Bureau, with the design handled by the Commo team from Yandex Factory. The first 30,000 units are already available at charging stations in Moscow. The company plans to replace approximately 180,000 units in the capital before expanding the rollout to other cities, such as Saint Petersburg and Sochi.
The updated hardware charges smartphones 1.5 times faster than previous versions. A phone with less than 10% battery can reach 50% charge in about 30 minutes. The rental pricing remains unchanged and is displayed in the application before the transaction. The device features a textured surface for better grip, and the micro-USB connector has been removed due to low demand.
By the end of 2025, the Beri Zaryad network expanded by 60%, reaching over 60,000 stations. The service operates in more than 200 major cities and 800 settlements across Russia. Users can rent a power bank at one location and return it to any other station, including those in different cities.
