What are the main features of the Sonos Beam (Gen 2)?

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The Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a cool little soundbar that packs a punch when it comes to audio. To get started, you'll need the Sonos app. It's kind of crucial for the setup since it helps you connect the Beam to your Wi-Fi and tweak the sound with features like Trueplay, which adjusts the audio to fit your room's acoustics.

Once you've got it all set up, the Beam (Gen 2) slots right into a Sonos ecosystem, which is great if you're in for a multi-room audio setup. You can control it via the app, instead of the usual remote, or even use your TV remote thanks to the HDMI-ARC feature. Plus, it's designed to work with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, letting you control things with your voice.

Our research did show that some folks hit a few bumps during the setup, especially when it comes to connecting the Beam to their network. But once you get over those initial hurdles, people really like the Dolby Atmos support—it's pretty neat for getting that more immersive sound.

And it plays nicely with a bunch of streaming services too. If you're new to Sonos, just be ready to spend a bit of time with the app during setup. It's worth it to really make the most of the soundbar.

And if you're worried about privacy, the app gives you options to manage data sharing to your liking. Overall, while the setup might take a bit of effort, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a great choice if you're after good audio quality and smart features.

It's a solid addition to any home theater, especially if you're building a high-quality audio environment.