Sonos is updating its app and restoring one of its key features

Sonos has released an update to its app for mobile phones, with which he tries to solve the problems caused by the disastrous redesign. The new version includes fixes and enable one of the most useful features who disappeared in May.

The company announced on its Threads account some new features that will be rolling out starting today. The latest version of the Sonos app includes improvements to the customization of our product. In the case of Android Added the ability to clear the queue on speakerswhich is one of the most requested features by users.

While the feature is present in the macOS app, mobile users were unable to use it. Sonos included it in its latest update, along with other changes to the accessibility options in Settings. Also Night mode is integrated into the soundbar options.which improves dialogue, allowing you to hear voices better without having to turn up the volume.

“We’ve heard your feedback and know that many of you are experiencing customization and reliability issues,” Sonos said. “Today’s update for iOS and Android addresses these key issues, with a focus on customization improvements and improved accessibility in Settings.”

update 80.07.03 (iOS) and 80.07.05 (Android) It will be gradually rolled out to all mobile users over the next few days. To install it, simply download the Sonos app and check for updates in the App Store or Google Play. Those with automatic updates enabled will not have to worry, as they will see the changes when they open the app.

Sonos Isn’t Giving Up on Its Mobile App

While Sonos has offered the option to bring back the S2 version of its app, Sonos remains committed to improving its current app. Patrick Spence, Sonos CEO, said that it is impossible to return to the previous version (S2) due to firmware changes devices. The CEO held a question and answer session in Reddit with users.

“Until recently, I was hoping that we could re-release the old app (S2) as an alternative for those of you who had issues we hadn’t yet resolved,” Spence said. “The trick, of course, is that Sonos is not just a mobile app, but also software that runs on your speakers and in the cloud.”

According to the head of Sonos, the redesign brought with it various software updates to the devices, so a return to S2 would be less stable and reliable than it was at the time“After extensive testing, we have reluctantly concluded that relaunching S2 will make the situation worse, not better,” Spence said.

Sonos is committed to making sure the new app works well in the home. The company will be working hard to bring back some features and improve stability.