Has the wait for the Sonos headphones felt like a small eternity to you too? Well, buckle up, because it looks like our patience is finally about to pay off. We’re seeing all the stars align, hinting at their imminent arrival, and you know what? Another juicy tidbit just landed, pointing to their launch happening in the next couple of months.
So, here’s the scoop from a recent buzz on Reddit (spotted through 9to5Mac), the Sonos cans have breezed through the FCC’s doors in the US. Yep, that means they’ve got the green light from the big regulatory kahuna to hit the shelves.
Now, what we know so far doesn’t exactly fill a novel – they’re headphones (duh), sporting on-ear cups, and rocking Wi-Fi connectivity. But, getting that FCC nod usually means we’re on the cusp of seeing these babies in the wild.
Chatter has it (shoutout to the folks weaving rumours over at TechRadar) that June could be the big reveal month for the Sonos headphones, neatly tying in with that March FCC clearance. Oh, and whispers about a party speaker making a debut alongside are also floating around.
While we’re all on pins and needles waiting for the official word, we’ve had our fair share of leaks and teases. Sonos CEO Patrick Spence hasn’t been shy, hinting at “a new product in a multi-billion dollar category.” Patents lifted the veil a bit, showing us that these headphones are poised to integrate seamlessly into the Sonos ecosystem, letting you flip your tunes from speaker to cans on a whim.
Other rumored bells and whistles include noise-cancelling technology and maybe even a built-in digital assistant. Though, take all this with the usual grain of salt – plans can pivot faster than a DJ drops the bass.
As for the price tag, we’re hearing figures around $449, or about £350 / AU$675, according to the number whisperers at TechRadar. That’d slide in under the bar set by the AirPods Max, setting the stage for a head-to-head showdown.
So, as we eagerly await the drop, what are your thoughts? Excited for Sonos to shake up the headphone game or just here for the ride? Let’s chat in the comments below – wild speculations and wishful thinking are welcome!
