the signature sound It is a benchmark in the audio sector, and it cannot be denied that the solutions it launches on the market each year are not a real wonder. The American manufacturer can boast of having a magnificent catalog of soundbars and speakers, but for a few months, there has been speculation that it was working on its first headphones. Finally, a reliable source has confirmed that Sonos has acquired the Bluetooth audio company T2 Software.
This, of course, has increased the rumors that Sonos was developing its first headphones. The newly acquired company has been working on the implementation of the new Bluetooth LE audio standard and the LC3 codec, which is capable of offering improved audio quality at a lower bit rate in order to improve the autonomy of the headphones.
And that’s not all, Sonos VP of Global Marketing and Communications Pete Pedersen made a post on LinkedIn, in which suggested that the launch of the first Sonos headphones could be imminent. He also added that the company was looking for a marketing agency to help launch “a new category” of product, which would be “aimed at a new segment of the public/consumer.”
Sonos about to launch its first headphones
What’s more, Sonos spokesman confirmed acquisition of Bluetooth audio company T2 Software. He said that: “Occasionally, we acquire equipment, talent, and/or technology that augment our current and future product roadmap.”. The acquisition was made last November 2021, three years after this startup was founded.
The first Sonos headphones could come with a Bluetooth low energy codec like the LC3, which would be a very good start for the company in this segment. A crossroads that headphone manufacturers often face is striking a balance between a good-sized battery for longer battery life, but keeping the weight as light as possible so you can enjoy using it for long periods of time. LC3 promises to solve this by offering better audio that needs less power consumption.
Sonos has always refused to resort to Bluetooth streaming, as he preferred WiFi for his home speakers. What’s more, it only adopted Bluetooth audio for its latest portable speakers, such as the Sonos Roam and Sonos Move.
All indications are that the new Sonos headphones will rival high-end models from Bose and Sony, while integrating with existing Sonos speakers. In this way, very soon there will be a new rival to take into account. When will they introduce their first Sonos headphones? Possibly, the next edition of the IFA in Berlin, which will take place in September this year, will be the perfect time for it. Although taking into account that the brand itself has said that they will arrive very soon, March could be the month chosen by the manufacturer.
