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Sonos Launches Play Speaker: Durable, Portable, and Priced at £299

4/21/2026

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Sonos has launched the Play, a portable wifi and Bluetooth speaker priced at £299, aimed at restoring the company’s reputation after app issues.
Weighing 1.3kg, it offers IP67 water resistance and a durable design suitable for home and outdoor use.
The Play delivers strong sound with a 35Wh battery lasting up to 24 hours on Bluetooth, though it lacks deep bass at high volumes and does not support spatial audio.

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Story summary

Sonos has launched the Play, a portable wifi and Bluetooth speaker priced at £299, aimed at restoring the company’s reputation after app issues.
Weighing 1.3kg, it offers IP67 water resistance and a durable design suitable for home and outdoor use.
The Play delivers strong sound with a 35Wh battery lasting up to 24 hours on Bluetooth, though it lacks deep bass at high volumes and does not support spatial audio.