Sonos Ace headphones have finally achieved full compatibility with all Sonos soundbars, enabling the TV audio swap feature on both Android and iOS. This update also brings significant improvements to the Sonos app, addressing issues from the recent platform overhaul and offering enhanced functionality.
Sonos has officially unveiled its first set of wireless headphones, the $449 Sonos Ace, which offer a range of features including active noise cancellation, transparency, spatial audio with head tracking, hi-res and lossless audio, and Bluetooth Multipoint. However, unlike existing Sonos products, the Ace do not have Wi-Fi connectivity for whole-home streaming and seamless interaction with other Sonos speakers. Instead, they feature a limited Wi-Fi capability that allows them to swap TV audio with a Sonos Arc soundbar with a single button press. The Ace also support low-latency Bluetooth codecs for high-quality audio streaming from compatible devices and up to 30 hours of battery life with ANC enabled.
The Sonos Ace headphones are designed to be comfortable for extended use, with memory foam ear cushions and a low-profile headband. They also feature a range of physical buttons for easy control of media playback, noise cancellation modes, and voice assistant access. Overall, the Sonos Ace are a promising entry into the wireless headphone market, offering a combination of high-end features and a unique TV audio swap feature.
