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EnnaN
Enthusiast I
December 6, 2012

A linux controller is needed.

  • December 6, 2012
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A linux controller for the Sonos system is really needed. A basic controller shouldn't be that hard to create, so even if the userbase is smaller then for Windows there shouldn't be a cost-reason to not do this. The strength of Sonos is ease-of use, and a user that -for instance- prefers Ubuntu will be left to use his/her phone.
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      julien_7
      Lyricist I
      December 21, 2014
      Was about to spend 400€ in two play 1 when the vendor told me that was not compatible with linux. If you don't want to develop a client for whatever reason, you could open the API so that the linux community can develop it !
      User941858
      Lyricist I
      December 23, 2014
      I would suggest to add a specific clause to the GNU license which forbids companies to use it, if they do nothing in return.
      Edgar Klüsener
      Lyricist I
      December 27, 2014
      In the mean time, if you possess a NAS drive such as that from Synology, you can simply install 'audio station' and then use 'audio station's' media player to stream your music straight to your sonos- device(s). The media player is pretty basic (at least compared to the likes of amarok or rhythmbox), but it supports playlists, cover art, radio stations, some streaming services, catches lyrics and.... most importantly ...  is not affected by the 65,000 songs barrier.
      Graham Jones
      Lyricist I
      December 31, 2014
      I'm disappointed that Sonos has taken this stance. Although I am new to Linux, and I could continue to control my Sonos with mobile, or a windows computer, there is a point of principle here that makes me inclined to switch to another music play system. Shame on you sonos.
      User319995
      Lyricist II
      January 5, 2015
      I just want to add my voice to those requesting a Linux Controller. Please, guys! Do it for world peace!
      Doug_39
      Lyricist I
      January 6, 2015
      Indeed... they are obligated to do something - give the community the resource and it will be done.
      User438769
      Lyricist I
      January 6, 2015
      + 1

      both my office (5 users) and my home devices (4 PCs/laptops) run either Ubuntu or Mint.
      Marc_49
      Lyricist I
      January 8, 2015
      Please provide a Linux controller or an API to work with.
      SadSonosCustomer
      Lyricist I
      January 8, 2015
      Provide an API, or at least build your Desktop apps in a way that would make them easily portable. Or maybe just hire software people that have some vision. 
      MCC_1
      Lyricist I
      January 19, 2015
      +1 -- would make me more likely to buy additional Sonos products in future. 
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