WiiM 'Sound' Lifestyle Speaker Delayed to USA - Awaiting FCC Authorization

[Power Pop 23]

WiiM says their 'WiiM Sound' loudspeaker is awaiting FCC authorization amidst the U.S. federal government shutdown and the introduction to the U.S. market has been delayed.

WiiM Sound Launch Update

Over the past few months, we've been blown away by the enthusiasm for WiiM Sound, from the conversations on the forums to the energy and feedback at shows. It means so much to see how excited our community is. However, we want to share an important update: while WiiM Sound is beginning to roll...

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[Fahzz]

These things are up on Amazon with delayed delivery in the US. $299 plus tax.

 

[rirelien]

No AirPlay or Apple Music. Definitely some kind of beef with Apple, right?

 

[Power Pop 23]

No AirPlay or Apple Music. Definitely some kind of beef with Apple, right?

Yes

WiiM devices that support Dolby Digital 5.1 playback are not compatible with Airplay

I am not certain but I believe Apple has granted Sonos exclusive rights to this combination of features.

 

[Petrushka]

Yes

WiiM devices that support Dolby Digital 5.1 playback are not compatible with Airplay

I am not certain but I believe Apple has granted Sonos exclusive rights to this combination of features.

That would explain a lot.

 

[Power Pop 23]

That would explain a lot.

Adding a WiiM Mini (or other Airplay-compatible WiiM device) to the WiiM ecosystem can bring Airplay capability to WiiM devices that do not support Airplay.

A WiiM Mini supports Airplay and can be 'grouped' in the WiiM Home App to send 'Airplay audio' via WiFi to WiiM devices that do not support Airplay.