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Contributor I
May 18, 2023

Sonos S1 hangs when attempting to add any music service

  • May 18, 2023
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Hi. I’ve had an S1 system for over a decade (3x S5 gen1, Amp and Connect) and it generally worked fine. Over the years I’ve subscribed to (legit) Napster, Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, Apple Music and Deezer. Plus BBC Sounds and a few other services without issue. 

Last night, we purchased our first S2 product, a Move. I removed all existing devices, reset them and, after setting up the S2 with Move, created a new clean S1 system.

All of the devices are there, but the only thing I can connect to is Sonos Radio. If I click to add a music service I just get a spinning ball type icon (happy to share a screen grab if needed) and the app hangs. It responds fine if I select to add a voice system.

I’ve obviously rebooted everything multiple times. I’ve reset the S1 app. I’ve deleted and reinstalled it. On two iOS phones. Nothing works. There are no issues using the Move on the S2 app. All services are visible and available to add.

I spent over an hour on Sonos chat and was ultimately told to call the UK freephone number quoting a case reference. When calling the number a voice recording informs that lines are closed. At 10am when they’re supposedly open?

I’m at a dead end and we’ve gone from ‘let’s trade all of the S1 kit up to a new S2 setup and add a sound bar and sub for the lounge’ to ‘the S2 is going straight back to the shop and the S1s in a skip because we can’t listen to anything.’

Before I literally take the S1 stuff to the recycling centre, does anybody have any tips or ideas that might save the day? To say we’re fed up is an understatement.

Thanks.

 

 

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Pinned Reply By Corry P

Hi @popguru et al

To confirm what @doctorbee just reported, we now consider this issue resolved. If you continue to experience this issue, please get in touch with our technical support team for assistance.

59 replies

Lyricist I
May 22, 2023

FYI… After a lengthy call with Sonos Support Level 3 confirmed it is a known issue which will be fixed in a future App Update. They are trying to get me an ETA and version # in which it is scheduled to be fixed. If I happen to get that I’ll respond here...

Lyricist II
May 22, 2023

Hi @popguru,

Hope so you’re doing good, below defined are the solution of your problem:

  1. Ensure Sonos devices are up to date with the latest firmware and software versions.
  2. Verify network connectivity and check for any network configuration issues or firewall settings that may be blocking the Sonos app.
  3. Power-cycle all Sonos devices and network equipment by turning them off, unplugging them, restarting the router, and then powering everything back on.
  4. Reset the Sonos app's cache to resolve any software glitches or conflicts.
  5. If the issue persists, contact Sonos customer support for further assistance and consider using a different device for setup and control.

Hope so this points help you to solve your problem asap!

Regards,

Bryce June

Contributor I
May 27, 2023

I have same issue with S1 & play 5. Let’s waiting for a fix update. 

Lyricist I
May 27, 2023

Came here looking for this, S1 and play 5 gen 1. Moved, reset and now it’s useless until this is fixed...thanks for those who pried the information out of Sonos, ridiculous they didn’t let the community know if they know.

Lyricist I
May 29, 2023

Same issues here too. Spent the majority of a day trying all the same steps. Absolutely not worth the effort anymore if they are going to essentially sunset products. 
 

still waiting of justification for why a DAC with a * UI needs to cost $600 too

 

*Moderator Note: Modified in accordance with the Community Code of Conduct.*

World-Class Superstar
May 29, 2023

Absolutely not worth the effort anymore if they are going to essentially sunset products. still waiting of justification for why a DAC with a ** UI needs to cost $600 too

*Moderator Note: Modified in accordance with the Community Code of Conduct.*

Nobody's asking you to buy products you don't like. Go try some other brand, but please, spare us the drama.

Lyricist I
May 29, 2023

Same issue here. Unable to add services. Still using S1 app because I use multiple Play:1, Play:5, One , One SL speakers and a Sonos Connect (wired to my stereo in the living room). Always sticked with S1 app because Play:5 and Connect aren’t compatible with S2 controller. Then I bought a Roam SL to have a portable bluetooth device. The only way to get the bluetooth functionality activated is by using S2 app which is absolutely crazy. Long story short (that’s an other story) I had to install a new ‘sonos’ system under the S1 app, adding all the speakers again (except the Roam SL) and now I can’t add any services any more. So currently my speakers are useless to my family !!!!!

Lyricist I
May 31, 2023

Same here … S1 App can no longer add services!

Airgetlam
May 31, 2023

If you’re running Defender, they released an update to their ‘definitions’ that blocks a lot of Sonos operations, although not all. Again, if you’re running Defender, try disabling it, and see if things show up. If they do, it might be worth providing the folks at MS Defender feedback from within the app.  There has been a post purportedly from a Defender team member saying they’re aware, and working on the issue.

However, if you’re not running Defender, I would absolute suggest that you submit a system diagnostic within 10 minutes of experiencing this problem, and call Sonos Support to discuss it.

Bruce
Lyricist I
June 1, 2023

Same issue… S1 no longer allows me to add a new music service.  I’ve tried on 4 different iOS devices and it just spins forever and never populates the list.  Very annoying if this is the result of an update that wasn’t fully regression tested.  I know S1 devices are getting old, but this used to work fine.  I’ve got 19 S1 devices, so upgrading to newer hardware simply isn’t an option at the current upgrade pricing.  Hopefully this issue is seen as serious enough to warrant some attention, even if it only impacts users with older hardware.