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With the SoundTouch app shutting down on February 18, 2026, many clients are asking why some Bose amplifiers will continue to work after that date, while others will not. The reason comes down to how the amplifiers were designed and whether they rely on Wi-Fi and the SoundTouch platform.   Older Bose Amplifiers: SA-1, SA-2, SA-3 — These WILL Still Work The SA-1, SA-2, and SA-3 are hardwired analog amplifiers that do not depend on Wi-Fi or the SoundTouch platform. •    They co

The answer is a two-part “yes and no.” Part 1  – Yes, You Can Stream Music Through Your Lifestyle System Connecting a Sonos Port to your Bose Lifestyle system will let you stream music from the Sonos app through your Lifestyle system just like any other input (such as a CD player or cable box).You’ll enjoy access to Sonos’s easy-to-use app, dozens of streaming services, and modern wireless control — all while using your existing Lifestyle speakers. Part 2  – No, You Can’t Str

As Bose prepares to discontinue the SoundTouch music streaming platform  on February 18, 2026 , many owners of the popular SoundTouch 10, 20, and 30 speakers  are asking what this change means — and what options they have moving forward. Here’s what you need to know: 🔹 What Will Stop Working After February 18, 2026, the SoundTouch app will no longer function , and with it: All music streaming services  accessed through the SoundTouch platform (Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music,

As part of Bose’s announcement regarding the end of the SoundTouch music streaming platform  effective February 18, 2026 , many Bose Lifestyle system owners have asked what this means for their home theater setup — especially those that include SoundTouch streaming capability. Here’s what you can expect: 🔹 What Will Stop Working On February 18, 2026, the SoundTouch app and streaming functions will no longer operate . Specifically: You will no longer be able to stream interne

As part of the Bose announcement regarding the end of the SoundTouch music streaming platform  effective February 18, 2026 , many users have asked what this means for their Bose SoundTouch amplifiers , models SA-4  and SA-5 . Here’s what you need to know: 🔹 What Will Stop Working After February 18, 2026, music streaming through the SoundTouch app will no longer function . That means: You won’t be able to stream music services such as Pandora, Spotify, or Amazon Music via the

As expected, many of our readers have reached out following our recent email about the end of the Bose SoundTouch music streaming platform . The most common reactions were, “They can’t do this!” — followed closely by the universal question: “What’s going to happen to my Bose SoundTouch products on February 18, 2026, and what are my options?” Here’s the short answer: On February 18, 2026 , Bose will no longer operate the SoundTouch platform . This applies to all SoundTouch-ena

Recently, we had two clients call with the exact same issue: their TV had a picture but no sound. Interestingly, while the symptoms were...

This week, a client called asking if they could expand their existing Bose SoundTouch system  after adding onto their home....

As more homeowners upgrade to Sonos, one of the most common questions we hear is: “What should I do with my old Bose Lifestyle system?”...

We hear this one a lot lately—and it’s no surprise. Bose stopped making their popular Lifestyle systems nearly 10 years ago, and as these...

To replace a Bose Lifestyle home theater setup, the average cost for a top-of-the-line Sonos system, including installation and...

During a recent in-home consultation, we encountered multiple Bose in-wall volume controls installed as part of an older Bose Lifestyle...

The Sonos Port  is a network audio streamer designed to bring the power of Sonos to your existing stereo or AV receiver. Whether you're...

When upgrading from a Bose Lifestyle Home Theater  to a Sonos Home Theater , many clients wonder why there’s no console or receiver  like...

Earlier this week, a client asked if upgrading to a Sonos Home Theater  meant they could get rid of their Bose Lifestyle console . The...

Many clients wonder if it's possible to add new music services like Audacy, SoundCloud, or Audible to their Bose SoundTouch app....

We often hear from clients who struggle to clearly hear vocals while watching TV. Many resort to raising the volume, which can annoy...

As more people look into upgrading their Bose Lifestyle systems, those with music zones often discover significant differences among Bose...

After discussing different troubleshooting methods for older Bose Lifestyle systems, some clients asked whether the same approaches apply...

As Bose Lifestyle systems continue to age, we've noticed an increase in service calls. This week, we had two calls about Lifestyle...