🗣️ Hi Everyone 🔊
This afternoon, we deployed an update for iOS and Android as well as an update to our firmware (Player). See below for a rundown of what's changed. If you'd like a look at what has changed over the last few months, check out our App Release Notes here, as well as our System (Player) Release Notes here.
As with most updates, this will be a Phased Rollout, which means that you may (or may not) get the update pushed to your system straight away. Some iOS users have sidestepped this in the past, by going directly to the App Store. If you still do not see the update, try refreshing the App Store by pulling down (as if you were refreshing a page) on the Account page that shows all your pending app updates.
In the App update:
iOS - 80.28.32
Android - 80.28.36
Sonos Voice Control x Philips Hue Support
More info below in Player section.
Play Button
We’ve revamped the Play button on content screens to make it clearer where playback will start and to let you easily change the room or group without leaving the page.
Android versions 8 & 9 enter limited compatibility
Devices on Android 8 or 9 will soon be unsupported and will no longer receive updates—please upgrade to Android 10+ to keep enjoying the latest Sonos features. Devices not fully supported will be able to control playback but will not be able to configure the system.
Additional changes:
- Minor UI improvements (Android and iOS)
- Improvements to TalkBack UX on Home Edit screen
- Fix-it flow for unbonded Subs
Once you have updated the app, you will be required to update the system (Players).
In the Player update:
Firmware - 91.0-68261
Sonos Voice Control x Philips Hue Support
We're excited to announce that you'll soon be able to use Sonos Voice Control to manage your Philips Hue smart lights and plugs directly from your Sonos speaker.
Simply use your voice to turn lights on/off, dim them, change colours, or activate scenes.
Requirements:
- A Sonos voice-enabled speaker
- A Philips Hue Bridge
- Linked Sonos and Hue accounts
This feature will be available in US-English and French.
See the related Community post here for more information.
Note: After installing this update, Hue integration will not yet be available - the feature is yet to roll out over the coming weeks.
As always please do not hesitate to share your feedback, we genuinely appreciate it! 🙏🏽
Corry P
Edit: Emphasised that Hue feature is not immediately available after updating.