EISA.eu Updated:
2016-10-30 04:04:00
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Sonos önskan att locka presumtiva hifi-entusiaster till företagets produkter, har realiserats genom den slimmat kurviga PLAY:5-högtalaren. Den innehåller sex individuellt dedikerade element, varav tre diskanter och tre mellanregister/basar, vinklade för a...
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The Sonos PLAY:5 is a self contained all-in-one streaming speaker system that can be used individually, as a stereo pair and as part of a whole connected household of Sonos products. These features are now sufficiently mainstream that they give us no paus...
Hugely flexible, Powerful and lively sound, Excellent build...
Control system can be restrictive, No High Res support, Slighty dull looks...
When I summed up the Sonos range of 2012 I noted that while I considered performance excellent "The system isn't perfect though and there are matters that might need attention sooner rather than later if the system is to keep a pre-eminent place in the st...
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The new Play:5 is Sonos's latest speaker – a revamp of its biggest and most powerful wireless system – and it hopes to be all the Hi-Fi you need in one powerful box.The new Play:5 is about the size of a small PC tower with a plain grill and a simple, unde...
great sound, easy setup, good app, can be very loud, flexible music sources, compact for such powerful speakers, can be paired for very good stereo sound or with other Sonos speaks for home cinema, linein for direct and multiroom playback, simple touch co...
expensive, difficult to wallmount, no Bluetooth, AirPlay or Google Cast support...
The Play:5s are some of the best wireless speakers I have heard. Individually they fill the room with full, rounded sound. As a pair they are powerful enough to fill a whole house with your music, let alone a single room.They're also easy to set up and us...
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When it comes to multiroom audio, Sonos gear has a fearsome reputation, but in recent times, its rivals have been improving rapidly. Sonos' answer has been to improve its offerings slowly but surely, and the latest model to get an overhaul is the Sonos Pl...
There's an awful lot to like about the Sonos Play:5. The only real disappointment is the lack of Bluetooth support. Rivals such as the Sony SRS-X99 including every connection under the sun, which leaves Sonos feeling slightly short on features – an unusua...
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It was only a couple of months ago that Sonos introduced the Play:5 as the newest member of their speaker family and being somewhat into music, audio equipment and generally enjoying good sound I took one for the team and stuck my hand up to review the un...
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It's a rarity in the consumer tech space that a product can go six years before its successor comes to market, and yet, that's exactly what Sonos has done with this new Play:5 . The previous model released in 2009 was unique for its time — a wireless spea...
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pcauthority.com.au Updated:
2016-10-30 04:04:01
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Six years is a long time in the tech world. Back in 2009, we were all proudly carrying around netbooks, the iPad didn't exist and we were only just getting to grips with some streaming company called Spotify. Dark days, indeed. It was also around this t...
A reinvention in all but name, the new Play:5 offers even more boom for your buck...
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stuff.tv Updated:
2016-10-30 04:04:01
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Six years is a long time in the tech world. Back in 2009, we were all proudly carrying around netbooks, the iPad didn't exist and we were only just getting to grips with some streaming company called Spotify. Dark days, indeed.It was also around this time...
Tremendous, spacious sound, Composed at volume, Punchy bass...
Less connectivity than Bluetooth rivals, No high-res support...
With the new Play: 5, Sonos has truly delivered on its quest for a new flagship speaker. It has overhauled the design to really push the boundaries of what we expect from a wireless speaker. For current Sonos owners with the cash to spend, adding this to...
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gadgetshow.channel5.com Updated:
2016-10-30 04:04:01
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It's been a long time coming, but the brand new Sonos Play:5 has finally landed, replacing its aged predecessor which launched way back in 2009. As the top dog of Sonos' multi-room, Wi-Fi equipped speaker range, it promises supreme sound quality, but can...
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techradar.com Updated:
2016-10-30 04:04:01
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Sonos is not a company to move with speed. Its hardware cycle is unlike many in the market - it doesn't churn out a speaker update every 18 months like other companies, instead it may take years to update its lineup.The reason: it creates devices that hav...
Great look, Powerful sound, Truesound is a revelation...
Truesound not for all, speaker legs are apparent, Very simple design...
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techradar.com/au/ Updated:
2016-10-30 04:04:01
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Sonos is not a company to move with speed. Its hardware cycle is unlike many in the market - it doesn't churn out a speaker update every 18 months like other companies, instead it may take years to update its lineup.The reason: it creates devices that h...
Great look, Powerful sound, Truesound is a revelation...
Truesound not for all, speaker legs are apparent, Very simple design...
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It's been nearly two years since we've seen a new product from Sonos. In fact, not since the company launched the Play:1 in October 2013. Not that it hasn't been busy – in the past 18 months the company has done away with the need for a physical connecti...
Big, powerful sound, Rich bass response, Good detail levels, Crystal clear mids, Easy setup, Flexible design, The best app of its type, Part of probably the best multi-room ecosystem available...
No high-res support, Can now be beaten for outright sound quality and value...
Sonos still has many advantages over Audio Pro, from the breadth of its range to the flawless app and thorough feature set (hi-res support notwithstanding).If you want a complete, substantial multi-room system, there's a strong case to choose the old hand...
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T3.com
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2016-10-30 04:04:01
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And for good reason, too - the original Play:5 was a sonic beast, a flagship for Sonos that still impresses today. Well, it did until the latest Play:5 came along.Specs-wise, the new Sonos Play:5 is an upgrade to the original in every conceivable way. In...
Sleek design, Massive sound, Trueplay is impressive...
App needs an upgrade, Side speaker legs protrude...
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It's been six years since Sonos first invaded our homes with the Play:5 and, in the process, made multi-room streaming something that could be easily achieved. But, six years is a long time in tech, and even though the brand has released both the fantasti...
Fantastic, warm sound, Looks the business, TruePlay generally helps in certain environments...
TruePlay is tricky to set-up, Single app approach can be a pain...
Sonos Play:5 – Sound quality Looks are all well and good, but where the new Play:5 lives or dies is in how it sounds. And boy, does this £499 speaker sound fantastic. Sonos speakers have always impressed when it comes to sound quality, but the new Play:5...
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cybershack.com.au Updated:
2016-10-30 04:04:01
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It's no surprise that Sonos was the first big name in wireless multiroom audio. The Play:5 may have been first released in 2009, but it still goes toe-to-toe with newer competitors, and Sonos has continued to offer software improvements that affect the ec...
Easy to use ecosystem, Supports almost every streaming service, Great sound quality...
Not quite as versatile some of its competitors, One of the priciest options in its space, Lack of stereo separation...
The Sonos Play:5 might not be newest wireless speaker on the market, but it's still a fantastic option from a simple to use ecosystem that supports almost every single music streaming service available in Australia. The Play:5 doesn't have quite as many...
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When Sonos launched their original product line in 2005, the market for networked audio was barely recognisable as such. The idea of an entire line of products that depended entirely on a computer to function seemed slightly risky at the time. Fast forwar...
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Darn the new Sonos S5. With this review falling in our busy pre-Christmas period where piles of kit awaits review, the last thing we needed was something so joyfully brilliant that we just lie around playing track after track. For Sonos has taken its smar...
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Music's been digitised for quite a while now and technology should, in theory, make it really easy to access your tunes just about everywhere. In practice however, it's a far more complicated endeavour than it should be – as anyone who has attempted to...
If you aren't deterred by the Sonos ZonePlayer S5's unique set-up requirements, you'll be hard-pressed to find an all-in-one system that sounds better or is more versatile...
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itreviews.com Updated:
2017-01-13 06:59:37
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It plays nicely with an iPhone and iPad, and pumps quality audio around a house - but the biggest boon for the Sonos S5 multi-room music system may be a new app that brings Android users to the party too. Sonos appears to have virtually abandoned the...
Excellent audio quality and superbly flexible control; soon available for Android...
A little bit pricey... but worth it.
You could argue that a system as pricey as this - especially if you plan to buy more than one - ought to have Apple AirPlay to allow you to stream lossless music from your iPhone - though in reality, that's probably heading further into the very elitis...
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The Sonos Zoneplayer S5 is a wireless music streamer with a premium price. It's extremely easy to set up and operate, sound quality from the Zoneplayer speaker system is good for a compact unit and the diversity of Internet streaming features on offer...
Easy to set up, good sound quality, Anubis.fm is excellent, plenty of other Internet services offered...
Expensive...
Sonos's Zoneplayer S5 is probably the simplest wireless music system we've come across. Set up is simple, sound quality is good considering the speakers' size, and the diversity of music services offered -- including the impressive Anubis.fm music-on-dema...
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T3.com
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2017-01-13 06:59:37
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You’ve got your iPad – the world’s best touchscreen controller – now add the planet’s finest multi-room music system. Hyperbole? Perhaps – the Sonos ZonePlayer S5 isn’t the very last word in audiophile quality, that’s for certain – and if Apple’s Ai...
App design, Spotify, Easy set-up, Modular multi-room concept...
High cost, addictive, Lacks Apple AirPlay...
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shopexplorer.com Updated:
2017-01-13 06:59:40
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If you are looking for an audio system with the capability to stream digital audio throughout your entire house, then Sonos should always be one of the first names you turn to. Whilst it's true that in the past Sonos gear has quickly racked up a sizabl...
When you are forking out £340-odd for an audio system, there's only one question you need answering; "is it worth it?" In the case of the Sonos ZonePlayer S5, it most certainly is. At its core lies an impressive array of speakers which produce good-qua...
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The Sonos ZonePlayer S5 looks a bit like an iPod dock, and its price is in line with high-end docks from companies such as Bose. But most people won't connect their S5 directly to an iPod. Instead, they'll wire it (via ethernet cable) to a router so th...
Detailed sound; easy to expand system...
Need a Sonos ZoneBridge to connect to your router if in a different room...
But if you aren't deterred by the Sonos ZonePlayer S5's unique setup requirements, you'll be hard-pressed to find an all-in-one system that sounds better or is more versatile...
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Although we're massive fans of Sonos' incredible multi-room music system, the one minor problem has always been flexibility: you either had to have an existing stereo or powered speakers and buy the ZonePlayer 90 (ZP90), or buy the ZonePlayer 120 (ZP12...
The S5 player looks fantastic and sounds brilliant. It's an excellent introduction to the Sonos service or, for existing users, a flexible new player to add to a running network...
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webuser.co.uk Updated:
2017-01-13 07:00:00
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Sonos makes wireless multi-room music-streaming systems for your home that let you pipe music to different parts of the house while controlling everything from a central hub. However, Sonos hardware generally doesn't come cheap and, until now, required...
Pricing quibbles aside, the S5 is the lowest-cost option for installing a Sonos system into your home. You don’t need to have a controller for it because your PC, laptop and even an iPhone will do. The S5 makes streaming music easy and the sound quali...
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Sonos' multiroom music-streaming systems have always been on the expensive side, requiring separate speakers and sometimes amplifiers to get them up and running. The new ZonePlayer S5 cuts out those headaches by taking care of everything: it's a wirele...
By bundling everything into one excellent device, Sonos has created a perfect multiroom entry point...
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US firm Sonos first debuted its first products back in 2006, and it offered just about the best example of a self-contained, multi-zone wireless music system that had yet been seen. It featured an iPod-like hand-held controller and used the company's p...
Once you've got it up and running, the Sonos system is an excellent way to pipe your music around the house without having to rewire it. The sound is impressive for such a compact unit and easily stands up with its nearest rivals towards the higher en...
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avreview.co.uk Updated:
2017-01-13 07:00:03
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This latest evolution of the Sonos system is very welcome since it provides a neat, all-in-one system for wireless multi-room music streaming. Both price and style put it in contention with the better class of iPod dock such as B&W's Zeppelin or Roth Audio's valve-powered docks and...
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Back in 2004, Sonos appeared with a multi-zone music system that anyone could buy and set up in minutes. It was perfectly pitched, stylistically and technologically. We loved it.The range has evolved, with the getting more compact, and Sonos has added...
Dynamic, room-filling sound. Good bass weight. Solid build. Impressive wireless network and features...
If this is your first ZonePlayer, you’ll need to wire it to your router or buy a £79 ZoneBridge. Expensive standalone controller...
The S5’s simplicity and superb sound make this an ideal one-box network player...
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Back in 2004, appeared with a multi-zone music system that anyone could buy and set up in minutes. It was perfectly pitched, stylistically and technologically – a premium-feeling proposition that we described as being 'as close to hi-fi as wi-fi gets'...
Dynamic, roomfilling sound from a compact allinone, good bass depth and weight, solid build, impressive wireless network and features...
If this is your first ZonePlayer you'll need to wire it to your router or buy a £79 ZoneBridge, expensive standalone controller...
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hereshow.ca Updated:
2017-01-13 07:00:14
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This affordable all-in-one wireless music player player, and Sonos' new iPhone/iPod app, are two great additions to a superb digital whole-house music system...
sound and lovely cosmetics...
Integrates different users' music libraries, rather than keeping them separate, You need to update music index whenever you add new music...
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gadgetguy.com.au Updated:
2017-01-13 07:00:15
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The Sonos ZonePlayer S5 is a multi-room digital music solution that can operate wirelessly - almost - and be operated remotely, thanks to several smart control options. Essentially streaming device, the ZonePlayer S5 doesn't 'play' music itself, but r...
Fantastic remote operation options; Works as promised; Radio is very clear...
ZonePlayer itself not wireless to router...
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If you're a regular reader of TrustedReviews you'll know that I quite like Sonos kit. In fact the most recent Sonos BU250 bundle walked away with an Editor's Choice award. Put simply, if you want digital music streamed throughout your house, a Sonos syste...
The ZonePlayer S5 is a natural progression for Sonos, taking the simplicity of its wireless music system to the next level. Coupled with the Sonos iPhone app, the ZP-S5 will open up Sonos wireless music to a whole new market, acting as an affordable found...
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We'll cut to the chase, the Sonos music system is one of the best music systems we've experienced here at Pocket-lint, not just because it sounds good, but because it is so damn easy to setup and use. The trouble is, for most, it's an expensive system...
Setup takes about 5 minutes, sounds good, 25,000 internet radio stations, Music services support, the ability to add another 41 zones...
You'll need to sit it next to a router unless you buy the ZoneBridge, you'll need to buy the controller or have an iPod touch/iPhone to get the most out of it...
Where the Sonos S5 succeeds is in its simplicityKey specs3.5mm jack, Ethernet...
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Sonos makes multiroom network music streaming components that are elegant and reliable and great-sounding, but rarely inexpensive. At $699, however, the company's new Sonos ZonePlayer S5 is quite affordable, though it won't be the right option for everyone.The Sonos ZonePlayer S5 looks a bit like an iPod dock, and its price is in line with high-end docks from companies such as Bose. But most people won't connect their S5 directly to an iPod. Instead, they'll wire it (via Ethernet cable) to a...
Can expand into a multiroom system, glorious sound, accesses many online music sources...
When used alone it must be connected to your router...
If you aren’t deterred by the Sonos ZonePlayer S5’s unique set-up requirements, you’ll be hard-pressed to find an all-in-one system that sounds better or is more versatile...
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Product Code: ZONEPLAYERS5 Sonos makes multiroom network music streaming components that are elegant and reliable and great-sounding, but rarely inexpensive. At £349, however, the company's new Sonos ZonePlayer S5 is quite affordable, though it won't...
But if you aren't deterred by the Sonos ZonePlayer S5's unique setup requirements, you'll be hard-pressed to find an all-in-one system that sounds better or is more versatile. Edward N Albro...
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electricpig.co.uk Updated:
2017-01-13 07:00:17
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The Sonos Zoneplayer S5 is the multi-room audio juggler’s first foray into an all-in-one base station, with speakers built in to cut the price of set-up. But at £349, cheap is still a relative term here. Can Sonos handle sound like it does streaming...
Fantastic looks and sound, easy to set up...
Some limitations for first time buyers still...
The best way to expand your Sonos system, but newcomers had better budget for the extra kit you'll still need...
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gizmodo.co.uk Updated:
2017-05-17 04:04:00
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Sonos conquered wireless music years ago, before wireless music was even a thing to be conquered. With the new Play:5, the company revisits its flagship speaker with a stunning new design and powerful sound customisation. The refreshed Play:5 might be the...
Beautiful design, Great sound, Elegant setup...
Ignoring Bluetooth just feels regressive at this point. Software UI feels dated, Should You Buy It...
As a Sonos user myself, I'm torn. This new speaker is incredible at what it does, but it's also awfully expensive for something with limited features. I think Sonos has another winner here, but only because it was the de facto winner before.If you already...
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Flexson, a company specialising in Sonos accessories, has introduced ColourPlay to the UK, a simple way to change the colour schemes of Sonos speakers and other kit to spruce them up or match your home. With the Sonos Play:1 being a massive success story...
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Sonos is famous for its wireless multi-room speakers but it can be hard to know which one is best for you. We explain everything you need to know about Sonos including the app, controller, music services, features, reviews and more. Founded back in 2002...
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This review is about the Sonos Play:5 but it's a little more than that. I've had various bits of Sonos kit running in my home for several years so it's also about the user experience that comes from being a long-term user of Sonos' kit. While Sonos gear i...
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Leave a commentThis review is about the Sonos Play:5 but it's a little more than that. I've had various bits of Sonos kit running in my home for several years so it's also about the user experience that comes from being a long-term user of Sonos' kit. Whi...
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Sonos has been synonymous with wireless home audio for a while now, allowing anyone the ability to set their own home up with interconnected wireless speakers, filling every room with sound. With the completely redesigned Play:5, they are hoping to build...
While The Play:5 may be the best speaker Sonos have built to date, the Play:1 and Play:3 are also fantastic options...
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Sonos is far from a new player in the multi-room speaker sector. It's been playing the game and playing it well for nearly two decades. However, multi-room is a very different market now to when Sonos first appeared - competition has increased significan...
Beautiful design, Excellent sound quality, Solid build, Great dynamic range, Impressive wireless mesh network, Touch controls...
No hi-resolution audio support, Slightly bass heavy, A little expensive for what's essentially a plastic speaker...
Sonos has a fantastic track record in delivering great speakers - and the second generation Play:5 sets yet another precedent. It has a subtle yet sophisticated design that we love, offers a brilliant app to connect to streaming services and all your musi...
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For years, Sonos has been synonymous with the concept of multi-room audio, so it's hard to know which came first. At the very least, Sonos spotted a trend long before its competitors – at most, it's responsible for making the market what it is today.Sonos...
Still the best user experience, Good service support...
Individual speakers can be trumped for sound, No hi-res support...
While we still hope that Sonos has a change of heart and adds hi-res support in the near future, we don't believe its absence is a deal-breaker.But if you do, you should look at what Bluesound offers. Those looking for a simpler, cheaper and better-soundi...
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Sonos' apps are available on iOS and Android and there's also desktop software available for Windows and OS X. There are also third-party alternatives if you want an app that works across Windows 10 on desktops and mobile devices. You can use either Phono...
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It seems like every new wireless speaker on the market comes with a voice assistant now. Since 2014, when Amazon announced the Echo, the idea of a smart speaker has taken the gadget world by storm. Apple has finally thrown its hat into the ring with the r...
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£499; five amp drivers, 250W total output; AirPlay, Spotify, BluetoothQuick start: Download the app, a few swipes and touches and you're in. Around a minute (initial set-up).Design: Pleasant lozenge shape should look good on your sideboard and the other b...
In depth review of the Sonos Play:5Google Chromecast Audio review: take your speakers online for £30...
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SONOSWHAT WE LIKE • Stunning design • Awesome sound • Multiroom experienceWHAT WE DON'T LIKE • Price is a little high • Some users may find set-up fiddly...................................................................If you want fill your house with tu...
Sonos has done it again.Their tradition of producing faultless speakers continues with the PLAY:5.This new boom box sounds great, looks great and is one of the best sub £500 speakers we've ever tested.Sure it's not cheap, but with top-notch build quality...
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I had a double dose of excitement this week; installation of NBN to my house and the delivery of the Sonos Play:5 unit for review. The timing of the Sonos delivery seemed to compliment the extra bandwidth I now have at my disposal and gives me the opportu...
That simple question actually raises half a dozen more which I hope to explore as I spend more time with the Play:5 speakerWhat is the hardware; drivers, cones, electronics etcSound… no brainer right?The overall quality of the productHow does it stack up...
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Sonos launched its Play:5 wireless speaker back in 2009 but there's a new model here to replace it. Here's our Sonos Play:5 review for the 2015 model which is one of the best wireless speakers you can buy. The new Play:5 is available for £429 and you can...
Aside from the lack of High-Res support, there's very little to dislike about the new Play:5. It looks great and sounds awesome with plenty of power on offer. We like the new touch sensitive controls, the wide range of streaming services on offer and a de...
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Just when you thought a speaker couldn't get any better, Sonos releases not only an exceptional new Play:5 model but an app that can make your existing Sonos speakers sound better than ever before.The Sonos app that allows users to control their music and...
Sonos has managed to make a good speaker even better with the Play5. It's not the cheapest wireless multiroom speaker on the market but it's certainly one of the best and worth every dollar to anyone who values good sound...
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Sonos has always been the poster child of music streaming. Its contained service takes the idea of filling up the rooms in your house with music and makes the process simple, never letting the end user see or have to deal with the complicated technology t...
Great look, Easy to setup, Powerful sound.
App could do with a refresh, speaker legs are apparent, Very simple design.
An elegant looking and bombastic sounding speaker that proves Sonos is still king of the streamers...
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Six years is a long time in the tech world. Back in 2009, we were all proudly carrying around netbooks, the iPad didn't exist and we were only just getting to grips with some streaming company called Spotify. Dark days, indeed.It was also around this time...
Tremendous, spacious sound, Composed at volume, Punchy bass...
Less connectivity than Bluetooth rivals, No high-res support...
With the new Play: 5, Sonos has truly delivered on its quest for a new flagship speaker. It has overhauled the design to really push the boundaries of what we expect from a wireless speaker. For current Sonos owners with the cash to spend, adding this to...
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Importantly, the rectangular design now means that the speaker can be stood horizontally, or vertically on either end, giving you more flexibility as to where you place the speakers.Sonos says there are nearly 60,000 precision drilled holes in the front g...
There's an awful lot to like about the Sonos Play:5. The only real disappointment is the lack of Bluetooth support when rivals, such as the Bose SoundTouch 10, are now introducing speakers that have support for both internet music and Bluetooth connected...
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Speakers have to have a solid amount of punch to grab our attention, and usually yours, but the second generation of the Sonos Play:5 goes further, offering customisable excellent sound amidst multi-room awesomeness.It might be normal for companies to upg...
Beautifully built; Balanced sound that is wonderfully loud; Supports line-in, meaning you can bring in an input like vinyl or CD and stream it around the house; Easy to setup; Touch panel up top feels futuristic; Wired or wireless depending on what you pr...
Bass could be a little stronger out of the box; No way of turning off the volume up sounds;...
The $749 price might throw you off, but if you're looking for a way into the Sonos system, new Play:5 is one of the best ways to start, offering a solid thwack of audio and line-in support, too.There's just so much sound on offer in the Play:5, and it's s...
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Sonos PLAY:5 (2015) Review – Sonos Play:5 speaker is the mother of all other Sonos speakers, compared to the PLAY:1 and PLAY:3 I reviewed previously here at Craving Tech.For a start, the PLAY:5 is much more massive, designed to fill bigger rooms with 6-di...
With Sonos PLAY:5 (2015) , you'll get the best Sonos experience possible with a minimalist and elegant speaker design, combined with powerful, clear, high-quality audio output. The speaker is a powerhouse but it's not just loud, because the sound does...
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