{
  "id": 12595229,
  "title": "A new Sonos app update fixes one tiny but frustrating problem, and fans are loving it",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/a-new-sonos-app-update-fixes-one-tiny-but-frustrating-problem-and",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-07T09:27:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/audio/a-new-sonos-app-update-fixes-one-tiny-but-frustrating-problem-and-fans-are-loving-it"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sonos has released version 27.1 of its app, addressing a longstanding issue and adding new features that users are enthusiastically embracing. The update, now available for most devices, introduces a persistent music queue that prevents users from losing their queued songs when switching between music and TV functions. Android users can now enjoy a virtual volume knob, allowing for easy volume adjustments through simple gestures, as well as the ability to remove songs from the Recently Played list and swipe to add songs to the queue. Additionally, Sonos users with large libraries will appreciate the search autocomplete function, which simplifies finding specific tracks without typing out full terms. The announcement of the update received positive feedback from Sonos fans on platforms like Reddit, with many praising the virtual volume knob and expressing their desire for further enhancements. While the app's performance has generally improved, there are still some users requesting features such as TruePlay support on Android and iOS. Overall, Sonos' latest update marks a significant step forward in providing a more user-friendly and functional app experience.",
  "summary": "A new Sonos app upgrade is going down well: it brings several minor fixes, including a persistent playlist.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}