Sonos - Controller for iPhone

Sonos Controller for iPhone

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The Sonos Controller for iPhone™ is a free application that turns your iPhone (or iPod® touch) into a full-fledged Sonos Controller. Plus, it fits in your pocket so you can carry it with you all over the house. Best of all, you can download it for free on the App Store in seconds. Just grab your iPhone and simply touch the screen to pick a room, point and flick to pick a song, and then hit play. Grouping zones and searching tracks is super easy. You can mix and match Controllers (CR200, CR100, Sonos Controller for Mac or PC and Sonos Controller for iPhone) for maximum flexibility. Or get started with Sonos using the iPhone you already own and one or more ZonePlayers spread throughout your house.

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: Wireless, multi-room control from any iPhone or iPod touch; Control all your music and all your rooms from any iPhone or iPod touch. It’s a free application, takes advantage of touch-screen technology, and fits in your pocket for the ultimate in portability. The Sonos Controller for iPhone lets you control your entire Sonos system over your home WiFi network. Use it as your only Controller or in combination with the dedicated Sonos Controller and Sonos Controller for Mac or PC.
: Touch screen makes finding and playing your music a snap; When it comes to browsing through music libraries, searching for songs, viewing album art, or choosing zones, the Sonos Controller for iPhone makes it all incredibly easy. Quickly search for your favorite artists by typing on the virtual keyboard and browse through albums by pointing and flicking.
: Instant access to endless music; With Sonos ZonePlayers and any iPhone or iPod touch, you can find and play any song from your personal library of music stored on your computer, plus thousands of free Internet radio stations. And the Sonos Controller for iPhone works seamlessly with the most popular music services so you can stream millions of songs and stations from the Internet to the rooms of your choice. Click on the features tab to see music services supported by Sonos.
: Control your music and rooms any way you want; Sonos gives you the freedom to control your system however you want — with the Sonos Controller for iPhone, dedicated Sonos Controller 200 or the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC. Use one Controller for the entire house or mix and match Controllers for the ultimate in flexibility.
: New features and music services with automatic updates; Unlike most other consumer electronic products, the entire Sonos system keeps getting better even after you buy it. With free automatic software updates you’ll always have the newest features and music services to enjoy. The App Store will automatically notify you when software updates are available.

Wireless, multi-room control from your iPhone or iPod touch
Integrated, multi-room control	Control what music is playing in every room in your house, from anywhere in your house. Sonos Controllers aren’t tied to a specific ZonePlayer, so you can use any Controller to control the music and the volume in all your rooms. Everything about the Sonos Controller for iPhone app is carefully designed to make finding and playing your music a snap.
Wireless connectivity*	The iPhone and iPod touch connect to your Sonos system through your home WiFi network.
Multi-room playback options	Wirelessly play the same song in every room of the house – perfectly synchronized. Or, mix it up and play different songs in different rooms.
See what’s playing anywhere in your house	The Now Playing screen gives you a detailed view of what’s playing, complete with full-color album art, elapsed time of a song and more. The Zones menu gives you an overview of what’s playing in each room of the house. Group your zones together or play different songs in different rooms – without interrupting music playback.
Instant access to endless music
Liberate the music on your computer and enjoy it in every room	Get instant access to millions of songs and thousands of radio stations — without ripping, downloading or turning on a computer. Sonos connects directly to these services over the Internet and then streams the music to the rooms of your choice.
Pre-loaded Internet radio stations — free of charge	Sonos includes more than 25,000 radio stations, shows, and podcasts – all for free. And you can tune in without turning on your computer. Browse for stations or type in specific call letters or a radio host you love.
Get endless music from the most popular online music services	Sonos works seamlessly with Deezer, Last.fm, Napster®, Pandora®, Rhapsody®, SIRIUS® Internet Radio, and downloads from any service offering DRM-free tracks. (Service availability varies by region. Click here to see the music services that work with Sonos in your area.)
Learn about the music that’s playing and discover more music	With select music services (Rhapsody and Last.fm), you can get even more detailed music information, like artist bios, album reviews, upcoming concerts, and similar artists. Just touch the Info View button (i) on your Sonos Controller and discover more music you’re sure to love. (Feature only available on the CR200 and Sonos Controller for iPhone).
Find, discover, and control your favorite music with touch screen simplicity
Browse through music selections	Use the familiar point and flick to browse through your music library and favorite music services by Artist, Album, Genre, Track Name, Composer, or Playlist.
Search	Type on the touch screen to quickly find the music you want to hear. Search for the artist, album or track within your personal music library or favorite music service.
Power scroll	Browse through long lists in your music library alphabetically so you can quickly find your favorites.
Display of album art	View full-screen and thumbnail views of album art.
Single library view	Regardless of where your music is stored, Sonos presents a single view of your entire library (all artists, albums, composers, genres, etc). Browse by Artist, Album, Genre, Track Name, Composer, or Playlist.
Queue-based music playback	You can queue-up music to play next while listening to what’s playing now.
Other cool features
Wake up to music	Set the alarm and wake up to your favourite music or Internet radio station in one room, or all over the house. Fall asleep to soothing music with the sleep timer.
Send Twitter updates from your Sonos Controller	Start a musical conversation on Twitter about the songs you love. Tell your friends and followers what you’re listening to on Sonos by sending Twitter updates right from your Sonos Controller for iPhone.
Automatic software updates: Sonos keeps getting better
New features and music services delivered automatically — and for free	The Sonos system keeps getting better over time with new features and music services. The iPhone App Store will automatically notify you when software updates are available. Simply visit the App Store and install your system update.
* Internet connection required for access to Internet radio stations, online music services and software updates (DSL, cable modem or LAN-based high-speed Internet connection required.) Internet functionality may require payment of separate fee to a service provider; local and/or long distance telephone charges may apply.


Specification	Description
Apple compatibility	Supports iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, and iPod touch. Requires iPhone or iPod touch software version 3.0 or greater. Latest version of iTunes and software recommended. Sonos cannot wirelessly access music that is stored only on your iPhone or iPod touch.
Sonos software requirements	Version 3.0 or higher
Wireless connectivity*	The iPhone and iPod touch connect to your Sonos system through your home WiFi network.
Language support	English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Swedish
* Internet connection required for access to Internet radio stations, online music services and software updates (DSL, cable modem or LAN-based high-speed Internet connection required.) Internet functionality may require payment of separate fee to a service provider; local and/or long distance telephone charges may apply. Note: All specifications subject to change without notice.

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: PCWorld.com; "you'll be hard-pressed to find an all-in-one system that sounds better or is more versatile."Read the review here

: Macworld; Sonos Controller 200 receives a 4.5 out of 5 mice rating. “I appreciate its responsiveness, the subtle interface tweaks that allow me to find the music I want a little more quickly than I can with the iPhone app, and the fact that it's ready to go as soon as I pick it up. It’s a very nice bit of gear.”Read the review here

: PC World; The Sonos Controller 200 receives a PCW 90 Superior rating. “…the CR200 may well be the most elegant remote in your living room.”Read the review here

: Tekzilla; Patrick Norton and Veronica Belmont of Tekzilla review the Sonos Controller 200 and Sonos BU250.Watch review here

: CE Pro Magazine; A feature story about Sonos retailer Jamiesons Audio Video (Toledo, OH) that is thriving by giving clients specialized treatment and leveraging Sonos systems as referral tools.Read the full story

: CNET; Sonos BU250 awarded CNET Editor's Choice. "...a compelling leg up on the competition."Read the full review

: Engadget; Video review of Sonos CR200. "The CR200 is the best Sonos controller money can buy.”Watch & read review here

: Macworld; 5 out of 5 Mice rating - “If you thought a handful of AirPort Express Base Stations, an iPhone, and Apple Remote application for that iPhone would bring you the greatest multi-room audio playback on earth, think again. Chris Breen is convinced Sonos has it beat hands down.”Read the full review

: Esquire; "The One Device that Will Solve Your Home Audio Needs. The Sonos Music System multi-room audio suite will change the way you listen to music."Read the full review

: Amazon Blogs - End User; "I believe Sonos delivers the very best bang for the buck, especially when you team it up with Rhapsody...it's fundamentally changed the way I listen to and find music."Read the full review

: INC; "Things I Can’t Live Without – Sonos.” “It literally took 10 minutes to set up, and the quality is great. The key to getting the most out of Sonos is to use it with Rhapsody. That's like having a million-song library."Read the full story

: BoingBoing.net; "Experiencing the Sonos after struggling with these other systems for years was astonishingly pleasant. Finally, somebody has done digital music right. I'm listening to as much music as I did when I was in college. Sonos really has brought back music into my life." Read the full review

: BusinessWeek Magazine; "A Sonos system can now connect to a variety of online sources....The computer makers' dream of the "connected home" is finally coming true. But that home may be filled with devices that are perfectly happy to connect all by themselves." Read the full review

: Businessweek.com; "The Sonos system remains the best way to play music from your PC through your entire house. And the new products and features add distance to the already yawning chasm between Sonos and its rivals." Read the full review

: CNET.com; “Best Digital Audio System 2007 - The Sonos BU130 Digital Music System actually offers more flexibility and ease of use than many multiroom audio systems that cost thousands more.” Read the full review

: PCMag.com - 4.5 out of 5 rating; "the Sonos Bundle 150 is the perfect solution for those with several musical tastes--and many rooms--in the same house. Whether you use Rhapsody, iTunes, or Sirius, this deluxe wireless home audio system works seamlessly."

: Rolling Stone Magazine; “Rick Rubin has seen the future of the record industry and it is sitting in his living room.”

: The Death of Planned Obsolescence; "If the iPod is the modern version of the Walkman, Sonos is the reincarnation of the home stereo." Read the full review

: Sound & Vision Magazine; "I was thoroughly impressed with its performance and usability. This is a terrific example of how far music can go once it's digitized" Read the full review

: Stereophile.com; "A Visit to Sonos" Read the full review

: The New York Times; "The Year of the Simpler Gadget – Sonos has turned the iPhone into a pretty nifty remote control for managing music on Sonos’ whole-house entertainment system….the new device exposed the entertainment system to a new audience and thus expanded the market."Read the full story

: The New York Times; "Let The Music Flow….. another implication of Apple freeing its music library from digital rights management restrictions - Sonos customers can finally play music they bought from iTunes on the whole-house music system."Read the full story

: Time.com; Sonos: My Favorite Music Solution Read the full review

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: PCWorld.com; "you'll be hard-pressed to find an all-in-one system that sounds better or is more versatile."Read the review here

: Macworld; Sonos Controller 200 receives a 4.5 out of 5 mice rating. “I appreciate its responsiveness, the subtle interface tweaks that allow me to find the music I want a little more quickly than I can with the iPhone app, and the fact that it's ready to go as soon as I pick it up. It’s a very nice bit of gear.”Read the review here

: PC World; The Sonos Controller 200 receives a PCW 90 Superior rating. “…the CR200 may well be the most elegant remote in your living room.”Read the review here

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