Sonos Ace Ultra, Beam Ultra, Sonos Fabric, and a New App: Everything Sonos Just Announced
Sonos is cramming AI into its software because it’s “very hot these days.” The new features, which include agentic automation, are opt-in.
Sonos, the smart speaker company, has faced a recent setback after a series of software updates broke its app in 2024. The loss of features like volume control and accessibility tools led to widespread dissatisfaction among users. In response, Sonos restored the old app, replaced its CEO, and released an updated app infused with generative AI features. The company emphasizes its shift from being a speaker company to an "audio operating system" called Sonos 27.
Sonos unveiled a new soundbar called Beam Ultra, which boasts nine drivers, including upward-firing speakers that bounce sound off a ceiling for improved acoustics. The Beam Ultra also offers AI-enhanced speech to make dialogue clearer in loud environments.
The company also introduced its second pair of over-the-ear headphones, Sonos Ace Ultra. With a battery life of 35 hours and connectivity via USB-C, 3.5 mm, and Wi-Fi, Ace Ultra can sync with other Sonos speakers using Sonos Fabric, the network that allows multiple devices to work together seamlessly. Additionally, Sonos Ace Ultra includes a feature called Headphone Linking, which enables users to switch audio between speakers and headphones with a single button press.
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