“Alexa, play ‘Celebration’ by Kool & The Gang.” That’s right—the latest models from your favorite line of wireless speakers boast voice-control functionality via Amazon’s popular cloud-based service, but that’s not all. Listen up, Google Play Music patrons: you can also sync your Sonos system to blast your newest go-to playlist. “Alexa, turn it up.”
Which Sonos speakers come with a built-in Alexa?
To date, Sonos has released three models with Amazon Alexa pre-configured in their systems: One, Move and Beam. While all three smart speakers offer vibrant, room-filling sound, Move is Sonos’s portable and weather-proof edition (ideal for outdoor and indoor listening), and Beam is hailed as the perfect TV soundbar for its cinematic sound quality.
To enjoy voice control of your speakers, check that your Sonos model is identified as an Alexa-enabled device in the Alexa and Sonos apps and just like that, set alarms, check the weather, keep up with the news and get your questions answered—with ease.
How to use the Amazon Alexa app to connect with any Sonos speaker
Not investing in the latest speaker models doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the fun. With a few extra steps, you can enjoy voice control functions with any wireless Sonos speaker!
After setting up your Amazon Alexa device and your Sonos system, open the Alexa app on your smartphone or desktop, and select the Sonos skill to enable connectivity. Sign in to your Sonos account, and the Alexa app will prompt you to select your speaker. And boom: you’ve opened a portal to quick information and rich, quality sound.
How you can access Google Play Music via your Sonos speaker
Whether you’re hosting a house party or headlining your own personal concert, Sonos speakers have got you covered. Those with Free or Unlimited Subscription accounts can stream their Google Play Music library through a Sonos sound system.
Not a Google Play Music subscriber? Fear not—you can also ask Alexa to hit “play” via these other music services: Amazon Music, Apple Music, Audible, Spotify, TuneIn, Pandora, Deezer, iHeartRadio and SiriusXM. Whatever your preference in streaming service is, you can set a default station so that Alexa can bump your music with just a single command.
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