The Sonos Play and mic-less Era 100 SL are now available
The Verge • • technology
Key Points:
- Sonos has launched two new consumer speakers: the portable Sonos Play priced at $299 and the more affordable Era 100 SL at $189, both now widely available.
- The Sonos Play features a utility loop, water-resistant IP67 design, up to 24 hours of battery life, USB-C charging, and can be used as a power bank, making it suitable for both home and on-the-go use.
- A key new feature of the Sonos Play is Bluetooth grouping, allowing it to pair with other Sonos Play or Move 2 speakers without Wi-Fi, maintaining connections up to 200 feet but without stereo separation or full syncing.
- The Era 100 SL is a simpler, mic-free version of the Era 100, dropping voice control support to lower the price while retaining the same speaker setup, physical controls, Bluetooth, line-in audio support, and AirPlay 2 streaming.
- The Sonos Play is recommended for portable use with good sound clarity and volume, while the original Era 100 remains the better choice for stationary setups.
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