Sonos App Gets Makeover: New Navigation Arrives

Sonos has released a significant update to its mobile app, focusing on enhancing user experience with several quality-of-life improvements. A key feature is the optional tabbed browsing, which allows users to access system, search, and home screens with a single tap at the bottom of the interface.

Within the system tab, users can now sort their connected speakers and headphones in various ways, including alphabetically, by frequency of use, or by those currently playing audio. This sorting functionality is particularly beneficial for users with extensive Sonos setups across their homes. Additionally, users have the option to pin specific speakers or rooms to the top of their list for quicker access.

Further enhancements include a new-look volume interface with a dynamic slider for iOS users. The Now Playing screen now features background colors that adapt to the album art of the currently playing media, adding a visual flair. Users can also swipe to delete items from their favorites list. The update also incorporates essential bug fixes and performance optimizations, with the rollout occurring over a couple of weeks.