Does the wifi version of this amp acts like a Wiim as a streamer (pro or mini )?
I understand that there is the Wiim like app. Does the amp provide Spotify, Tidal Connect or even chromecast ?
this AIO device has three different devices unified:
1) the Hypex NC252 amplifier module. Volume control by remore control,
2) An ESS9038q2m DAC with BT, Toslink, Coax and USB input. Input choice by remote control.
3) A Linkplay A98 Module (Firmware from 12-2021) that is controlled by WIIM app 2.4.5.230406. Input only Wi-Fi or BT. Selection by app.
The unit works well with UPNP/DNLA over WiFi or using the streaming services available in the WIIM app which
includes Tidal* and Spotify*.
Unfortunately I can't confirm the device is usable with the *-connect apps as I use only Qobuz.
Soundwise I prefer local content from my RPI4 over USB input (Volumio) - seems to me kind of "cleaner" than WiFi or BT, CD player over Coax did sound as well apropriate..
HTH Tom