Siri can control Sonos speakers, but there are certain requirements.
Sonos speakers need to be Airplay compatible, and most smart Sonos speakers now support Airplay 2.
However, for non-Airplay compatible Sonos speakers, a workaround is available through grouping them with an Airplay compatible Sonos product.
To enable Siri control, the Sonos product must be added to the Apple Home app.
It’s important to note that there are limited commands when using Siri to control Sonos, primarily focused on playing music through Apple Music.
Compatibility of Sonos Speakers With Siri
Most Sonos smart speakers are now compatible with Siri through a workaround, as long as they are Airplay compatible. This means that users can control their Sonos speakers using Siri voice commands.
However, it is important to note that not all Sonos speakers are Airplay compatible. The Sonos products that are compatible with Airplay or Airplay 2 include Sonos Amp, Sonos One, Sonos SL, Sonos Play:5 Gen 2, Sonos soundbars like Sonos Beam, Sonos Five, Sonos Move, Sonos Arc, Sonos Playbase, Sonos Roam, and SYMFONISK Wi-Fi bookshelf speaker, picture frame with Wi-Fi speaker, and SYMFONISK table lamp with Wi-Fi speaker.
For non-Airplay compatible Sonos speakers, there is still a way to use Siri through grouping. By grouping a non-Airplay compatible Sonos speaker with an Airplay compatible one, users can control the entire group using Siri.
Using Siri to Control Sonos Speakers
Sonos speakers can be operated using Siri through a workaround that involves grouping Airplay compatible products with non-Airplay compatible ones. By following the steps in the Sonos app, users can group their non-Airplay compatible Sonos speakers with at least one Airplay compatible Sonos product.
This allows Siri to control the entire group, including the non-Airplay speakers. However, it’s important to note that the Airplay feature won’t work on Airplay compatible Sonos speakers in a surround sound setup.
To add a Sonos product to the Apple Home app, users need to open the app, tap the (+) icon, choose ‘Add Accessory’, and select the Sonos product they want to add.
Additionally, setting up Airplay 2 on a Sonos speaker is necessary to enable Siri control, and this can be done by following the provided steps in the Sonos app.
Workaround for Controlling Non-Airplay Compatible Sonos Speakers
Users can still control non-Airplay compatible Sonos speakers by grouping them with Airplay compatible Sonos products. This workaround allows Siri to control the non-Airplay speakers through the Airplay compatible ones.
To do this, at least one Sonos product in the group needs to be Airplay compatible. Users can follow the steps in the Sonos app to group their non-Airplay speakers with the Airplay compatible ones.
However, it is important to note that the Airplay feature won’t work on the Airplay compatible Sonos speakers if they are set up in a surround sound configuration.
Additionally, while Siri can control Sonos for playing music using Apple Music, there are limited commands available and certain features like skills and news updates may not be accessible.
Adding Sonos to the Apple Home App
To add a Sonos product to the Apple Home app, follow these steps:
- Open the app on an iOS device.
- Tap the (+) icon on the top right corner of the screen.
- Select ‘Add Accessory’.
- Choose the Sonos product you want to add.
- Make sure the Sonos product is powered on and in a working position.
This step is necessary to enable Siri control of your Sonos speaker. By adding the Sonos product to the Apple Home app, you can command Siri to play music on your Sonos speaker through the app.
However, it’s important to note that there are limited commands available when using Siri to control Sonos. Certain features like skills, news updates, and other fun features may not be accessible. Nonetheless, Siri can still control Sonos for playing music using Apple Music.
Limited Commands Available When Using Siri to Control Sonos
A limited range of commands is available when using Siri to operate Sonos speakers. Siri can control Sonos speakers for playing music using Apple Music, but it may not have access to other features like skills or news updates.
When using Siri to control non-Airplay compatible Sonos speakers, a workaround is required. This involves grouping at least one Airplay compatible Sonos product with the non-Airplay speakers. By adding Sonos products to the Apple Home app and commanding Siri through the app, users can control their Sonos speakers.
However, it is important to note that the commands available are limited. To enable Siri control, users can also set up Airplay 2 on their Sonos speakers by following the steps provided in the Sonos app.