IKEA reveals new photos of its Symfonisk Sonos speakers
Ahead of the official launch scheduled for April 9, IKEA has released two new photos of its upcoming Symfonisk line of wireless home speakers built in cooperation with Sonos. The new photos don't reveal any new details, but they confirm that early photos were accurate representations of what we'll see later this year.
You can get a peek at Ikea’s Symfonisk Sonos speakers next month
Ikea's new Symfonisk speaker collaboration with Sonos will be in stores as soon as August, but we still haven't seen what it will look like. We'll get our first look at an event in Milan on April 9. The price? According to Ikea, it will be within reach of "many people."
Sonos revamps its Sonos One smart speaker with Bluetooth LE
Sonos is releasing a second generation of its Sonos One smart speaker, which will feature embedded Bluetooth Low Energy. The company says it's to make setup procedures easier, but it could be used for several other purposes. We take a look at what the new wireless option could mean for future updates.
Sonos’ first wired speakers are all designed to be paired with the Amp
Although whole-home wireless audio company Sonos has let you power your own wired speakers through its products in the past, it has never sold its own wired products. With the launch of its Architectural by Sonance line, the company now has three wired models to choose from.
Sonos adds YouTube Music, rounding out its streaming service support
Sonos has added YouTube Music to its list of supported on-demand streaming services, providing millions of subscribers yet another reason to consider its acclaimed smart speaker lineup, and filling a major pothole in its road to supporting all of the top music streaming options out there.
Speaker specialist Sonos reportedly plans to launch its own line of headphones
Could it be that Sonos, a company that has only made speaker and speaker-powering products since its inception, is finally ready to build it own headphones? That's the rumor that's circulating, and if true, it would signify a new chapter in the Sonos story, one that would take it outside the home for the first time.
New Sonos S18 satellite speaker shows up in an FCC filing
Usually companies like to wait for conferences to announce products, but some new speakers from Sonos may have slipped in an FCC filing. The documents appear to show the company is planning on releasing new satellite speakers to add surround sound and voice control to its Playbar soundbar.
Apple Music could be headed to third-party Alexa devices ‘soon’
Fans of both Apple Music and Alexa were treated to a new integration this week that brings the music service to Echo devices. But Apple Music could be making an appearance on all other third-party Alexa smart speakers, as revealed by an Amazon representative. Could this be the beginning of streaming music nirvana?
Sonos speakers are getting a whole lot smarter thanks to IFTTT integration
Sonos speakers might have a lot to offer, but when it comes to smarts, they’re not quite in the same league as smart speakers from Amazon or Google. Now that is changing slightly as the company has announced integration with If This Then That to work with your smart home.
Just add speakers: The Sonos Amp puts music muscle in smart homes
Sonos makes it easy for anyone to create a whole-home audio solution, without the need for wires or amplifiers. With the new Amp, the company has flipped the switch, going back to its roots to create a customizable, rack-mountable device for smart home installations, and much more.
Only newer Sonos models will get AirPlay 2, but that’s not as bad as it sounds
Last year, Sonos announced that it would be bringing support for Apple’s AirPlay 2 to its multiroom wireless speakers. Now the company has clarified that while newer models like the Sonos One will get support, older models like the Play:1 don’t have the horsepower necessary to use it.
Sonos-Ikea collaboration yields first product, the Symfonisk bracketed speaker
Months ago, everyone's favorite Scandinavian furniture store, Ikea, announced a collaboration with home audio experts Sonos. After much speculation, the companies have finally announced the Symfonisk, a bracketed speaker currently in development. It represents the first step in a long-term partnership.
Onkyo receivers make themselves at home with new ‘Works with Sonos’ integration
If you’ve got a newer Onkyo, Integra, or Pioneer Elite A/V receiver, it’s about to get even smarter, as a new firmware update issued by Onkyo brings “Works with Sonos” certification to the receivers, meaning they’ll be able to work with the company’s popular wireless multiroom audio systems.
The Sonos Beam is the HomePod killer only Sonos could make
Those waiting for the ultimate smart sound solution for their TV and living room may find it in the Sonos Beam. The latest product from the lauded powered speaker company combines the power of Amazon's Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple AirPlay 2 into just a single speaker.
Plex for Sonos unlocks your music library’s full potential
While you probably think of Plex as a video-centric service, it can also be used to manage and stream music. For Sonos users, it opens up the doors to audio files that could previously not be played. Once the service is set up, you’ll be able to browse your collection by artist or album.
Sonos may be preparing to launch a home theater speaker called the S14
New regulatory filings with the FCC reveal that smart speaker company Sonos is preparing to launch a new product with the model number S14. Though much of the filing has been redacted, we do have some info on the new device, and it looks like it could be next in a line of fantastic home theater options.
Sonos One speakers are getting a new splash of color later this year
If you love your Sonos speakers but wish they were just a little more colorful, your wish is about to come true. On April 17, the company announced it has partnered with Danish design brand Hay to produce colorful new limited-edition models of its Sonos One multiroom speakers.
Sonos vs. Bluesound: A Hi-fi, Wi-Fi Speaker System Shootout
Canadian whole home audio brand Bluesound shoots for Sonos’s crown with high-end NAD and PSB components and high-res support. Is it the new king? We find out.
Sonos throws some shade at the HomePod via a Spotify playlist
To celebrate the arrival of the Apple HomePod onto theconnected speakers market, Sonos is offering some sassy commentary by way of music.
Your Sonos or Bose speaker (probably) isn’t haunted, but it could be hacked
A vulnerability in certain Sonos and Bose speakers lets remote attackers play sound on them, including Alexa and Google home commands.
New Sonos One smart speaker supports Alexa, with Google Assistant to come
The Sonos One smart speaker is designed to work with multiple voice-control platforms, including Amazon's Alexa, which now controls Spotify.
You can now control Sonos smart speakers directly from the Pandora app
On the heels of Sonos' acclaimed One speaker, the company is partnering with Pandora to allow users more freedom than ever with their music.
Alexa-powered Sonos One speaker takes aim at hi-fi home hubs
Sonos One smart home hub is filled with hi-fi goodness, Amazon thinks Alexa-assisted video calls are the future, Volvo unveils a super hybrid.
Sonos TruePlay: Our first take
TruePlay is now available for all Sonos speakers, including the Playbar, making it a viable option for home theater as well as music.
Sonos Playbase could be the company's next 'big' thing, leak reveals
Leaked images as well as retail information and FCC filings all point to the Sonos Playbase being the company's next major product release.
Turn Touch: This Kickstarter-backed remote control is an aesthetic and functional marvel
A new Kickstarter-backed project wants to bring a remote control that is both functional and well-crafted to the masses.
Sonos’ smart speakers could one day integrate with all digital assistants
Sonos' new CEO wants the company's speakers to play a little nicer with the likes of Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
Rude awakening: Users report Sonos alarms going off a day early
Despite accurately setting an alarm, Sonos owners report that their alarms are waking them up a day earlier than intended. The company is working on a fix.
The latest Sonos firmware update brings Trueplay support to all of its speakers
The latest update to Sonos firmware makes the company’s Trueplay automatic calibration work for home theater in addition to its stand-alone speakers.
Sonos systems get Spotify Connect support, currently in public beta
After being announced in August, Spotify Connect support for Sonos systems is now available, albeit in public beta for the time being.
Multiroom wireless speaker shootout: Which entry-level Wi-Fi speaker is best?
We compare the least expensive Wi-Fi speaker options from Sonos, Denon, and Yamaha and decide which is worth your time and money.
Apple expands Sonos partnership by carrying two popular Sonos devices worldwide
Apple has expanded its partnership with wireless speaker manufacturer Sonos, announcing that it will carry Sonos devices at locations worldwide.
Airbnb now lets you rent a room in New York City's biggest record store
Sonos has put one of its HiFi Listening Rooms in Rough Trade NYC and now anyone can rent the room for a night on Airbnb.,