IOS app message: update required before using

Question

Yesterday I opened my Sonos app (S 2) on my iPhone to play some music.

Instead of the normal screen, I had a message to the effect that “an update is required before app is usable.”

I have automatic updates turned off in system settings, and prefer to manually update to a new version in case of bug(s) being discovered, etc.. I have never seen a message like this before, and would prefer to not be forced to update.

I am now updated to S2 16.5.1 (build 82360160).

Please advise as to (1) why this happened and (2) how or if I can avoid being forced to update in the future.

Pools-3015 · Accepted Answer

I am guessing you are a new Sonos user.When an important update is needed, the Sonos app would lose some functionality until the update is complete. Sonos is not the only company that does this.I would encourage you to do the update so that you can regain app and system control.

Bobalaska · Answer

I’ve been a Sonos user for many years.I did the update, as I had no choice.one possible reason is I used to update from desktop app. Nonetheless, I never saw a message requiring an update to new version of app until yesterday.Thanks.

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