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Sonos Ace headphones now support "Dual TV Audio Swap," providing dual sound streaming, and features adaptive ANC for optimized audio experience.

The Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar, priced at €999, offers 9.1.4 channels with 14 drivers and Bluetooth, enhancing home audio capabilities.

Sonos Era 100 Pro, designed for professional installations, uses PoE technology for streamlined deployment in advanced audio setups.

The Sonos Ace premium over-ear headphones are designed to rival industry leaders, offering Dolby Atmos integration and exceptional sound quality.

A notable feature is the "TV Swap" mode, enabling seamless audio transitions with devices like the Sonos Arc, enhancing home cinema experiences.

While advanced in functionality, current limitations include partial ecosystem compatibility, with improvements anticipated for broader device integration.

Sonos undergoes major leadership changes with the departure of CEO Patrick Spence and product lead Maxime Bouvat-Merlin.

Roughly 200 jobs cut as part of strategic restructuring to optimize decision-making and internal processes.

Struggles with its headphone launch and app issues impact performance; plans to enter streaming market in 2025.

Sonos faced backlash over a problematic 2024 app update, removing key features like sleep timers and local NAS streaming.

CEO Patrick Spence and Chief Product Officer Maxime Bouvat-Merlin both stepped down amidst mounting customer and shareholder dissatisfaction.

Reports indicate engineers' warnings about the app's readiness were ignored, leading to stability issues and financial downturns.