"After that date, the speakers would stop receiving security and software updates and lose cloud connectivity and their companion app, the Framingham, Massachusetts-based company said. Without the app, users would no longer be able to integrate the device with music services, such as Spotify, have multiple SoundTouch devices play the same audio simultaneously, or use or edit saved presets."
"Today, Bose had better news. In an email to customers, Bose announced that AirPlay and Spotify Connect will still work with SoundTouch speakers after EoL, expanding the wireless capabilities that people will still be able to access. Additionally, SoundTouch devices that support AirPlay 2 can play the same audio simultaneously. The SoundTouch app will also live on, albeit stripped of some functionality."
""On May 6, 2026, the app will update to a version that supports the functions that can operate locally without the cloud. No action will be required on your part. Opening the app will apply the update automatically," Bose said."
Bose announced SoundTouch Wi-Fi speakers and soundbars will become 'dumb' devices on February 18, losing cloud connectivity, security and software updates, and companion app functionality. After that date devices will only work when connected via AUX, HDMI, or Bluetooth. Without the app users cannot integrate music services like Spotify, manage presets, or synchronize multiple SoundTouch units. SoundTouch models date from 2013 and 2015 with original prices between $399 and $1,500, prompting frustration among long-time customers. Bose released the SoundTouch API documentation and confirmed AirPlay and Spotify Connect will continue to work after EoL. Devices supporting AirPlay 2 can play in sync. The app will update on May 6, 2026 to local-only functions automatically.
Read at Ars Technica
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