Bose made the consumer friendly move to open source its SoundTouch speakers

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Bose has Just Spared its Consumers the Pain of Obsolescence

In a move that's being hailed as a customer-friendly decision, Bose announced last week that its SoundTouch line of smart speakers will transition from cloud-based operations to an open source model. With this change, independent developers can now create their own compatible tools and features for the brand's home speakers, ensuring they remain relevant even without ongoing software updates.

Although this shift was initially met with concerns about the speakers' functionality after a certain point, Bose has allayed those worries by informing its customers that the devices will continue to work seamlessly with popular streaming services such as AirPlay and Spotify Connect. Users can expect these services to function just as they did before, without any disruptions.

The impact of this decision is most evident for consumers who purchased SoundTouch speakers in 2013, at a starting price of $600. Many are breathing a sigh of relief knowing that their investment won't be rendered obsolete anytime soon. By embracing an open source model, Bose has shown that it values its customers' needs and is willing to adapt accordingly.

The company's initial plan had been for the speakers to stop receiving cloud updates in February, but this date has now been pushed back to May 6. This change will undoubtedly have a positive impact on those who rely heavily on their SoundTouch systems, allowing them to continue enjoying their music without interruption.

In a statement, Bose seems to be embracing its new open source stance, seeing it as an opportunity for customers and developers alike. By facilitating community-driven development of compatible tools and features, the company is fostering a sense of collaboration that benefits everyone involved. It's clear that this decision was made with consumer satisfaction in mind, and for that, fans of the brand can be grateful.
 
omg u wont believe what just happened to boses soundtouch speakers they decided 2 go open source like wut?? so now ppl who bought them back in 2013 dont have 2 worry about them gettin obsolete after a certain point its such a relief for all the people who invested in those bad boys 😊💡 i mean, who needs cloud updates anyway? this change is gonna be a game changer 4 devs too, they can now make their own tools n features 4 boses speakers and sell 'em 2 ppl 👍🔧
 
i'm so stoked about bose making this change 🤩 they're literally saving their customers from obsolescence! i mean, who wants to upgrade every 2 years just to keep up with the latest software updates? not me, that's for sure 😂 it's all about being customer-friendly and listening to what people want. and honestly, this open source model is a game-changer - independent devs can create their own goodies, which means more features and possibilities for us end-users 🤯
 
Ugh, think about it 🤦‍♂️... Bose just saved its customers from getting left behind by constantly updating their speakers, but now I'm worried what'll happen when the open source model takes off? Will all these new tools and features be super complicated to use? Don't get me wrong, I love that they're embracing community-driven development, but what if it becomes too much for the average user? 🤔 At least with cloud updates, they knew exactly how it was gonna work. Now we'll just have to wait and see...
 
omg I'm so stoked about this move by Bose 🤩!!! they're basically saying "hey we care about our customers' music time" 💻🎵 and it's such a breath of fresh air to see a company prioritize people over profits for once 💕. no more worrying about those speakers becoming outdated & useless after a few years 🙅‍♂️, this open source thingy is gonna give devs a chance to make some awesome new features & tools that'll keep the sound flowing smoothly 🔊💻. kudos to Bose for being all about customer satisfaction 💯
 
🙌 I'm so relieved to hear that Bose has changed its plans regarding their SoundTouch speakers! I mean, who wants to upgrade every 5 years just because a company decides it's time? It's crazy how some companies prioritize profits over customer satisfaction 😒.

Anyway, I think this new open source model is a great idea. It's all about giving customers more control and flexibility when it comes to their devices. Now, if you're one of those people who bought their SoundTouch speakers back in 2013 for $600 (wow, that's a lot of cash 💸), you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing your investment isn't going to be obsolete anytime soon.

Bose is basically saying, "Hey, we care about you guys and want to make sure you keep enjoying your music without any disruptions." That's pretty cool, if you ask me 🎵. I think this decision will have a positive impact on customers who rely heavily on their SoundTouch systems, and it's awesome that Bose is embracing community-driven development to create compatible tools and features.

So, kudos to Bose for prioritizing customer satisfaction over profits! 👏
 
I'm loving this move by Bose 🙌! I mean, who wants to shell out hundreds of bucks for a speaker only to have it become obsolete after a few years? It's like they're finally getting with the times and putting their customers first 😎. And yeah, it's awesome that they'll still work with popular streaming services - that's just common sense at this point. I'm actually kinda jealous that my old SoundTouch speaker is gonna get some love again 💖. Anyone else stoked about this change? 🤔
 
I'm loving this move by Bose 🙌. As someone who's been around for a while, I've seen my fair share of tech companies making promises they couldn't keep. It's refreshing to see them follow through on their word like this. I mean, think about it, if you spent your hard-earned cash on those SoundTouch speakers back in 2013, the last thing you want is for them to become obsolete just because the company decides to move on. This new open source model makes total sense - now we get to see what creative people can come up with and how they can improve our listening experience. Kudos to Bose for putting their customers first! 👏
 
I feel like Bose is finally catching up with Apple 🤖📺. Remember when people were saying how annoying it was to have outdated devices? Yeah, I was like "tell me about it" 😒. Anyway, this open source thing is pretty cool, I guess. It's like they're letting the developers do their own thang and that's not a bad thing 🤓. I mean, who doesn't love a good DIY project? 💻 And it's great for those people who spent 600 bucks on those speakers back in '13. They can finally relax knowing they won't be stuck with an outdated device anytime soon 😌. It's like Bose is saying "we gotcha" 👍.
 
😊 I'm kinda loving this move by Bose! They're basically giving their customers a free pass to upgrade without feeling like they've wasted their money 🤑 The open source model is all about empowering developers to create new features, which means we'll likely see some amazing new stuff happen for SoundTouch users 🔧 It's refreshing to see a company prioritize its customers' needs instead of just pushing forward with updates. I mean, who doesn't love having control over their own tech? 🤔 Kudos to Bose for taking the high road and showing they care about their fans 💯
 
just heard about bose's new open source model 🤝... think its a pretty cool move, especially for those who've had soundtouch speakers for ages like me 💡. at first i was worried they'd just stop working after a while, but it sounds like its all good now 😌. love that they're being super customer-friendly about this whole thing 👍. might be a good time for indie devs to get creative with their own features too 🎨... anyways, feeling pretty relieved that my Bose speakers aren't gonna become obsolete anytime soon 💖
 
OMG 🤩 Bose just saved its customers from obsolescence! I'm loving this move, it's like they're taking a cue from Tony Stark aka Iron Man - always adapting and innovating to keep up with user needs 💻. Independent devs will now have access to the code, so we can expect some awesome community-driven features 🎨. Plus, no more worrying about software updates becoming outdated 🙅‍♂️. The fact that AirPlay and Spotify Connect will still work seamlessly is a major win 🎵. I'm sure many of us who've invested in those SoundTouch speakers back in 2013 are breathing a sigh of relief 😌. Bose, you're definitely doing your customers right 💯!
 
omg u gotta love bosie!!! 🙌 they r really lookin out 4 their customers now! transitionin to open source is a game changer for all the soundtouch owners out there... i mean, those who bought theirs back in 2013 for like, $600 😱 no way they wanted it 2 b obsolete lol! so glad bosie decided 2 take matters intu themselves 🙏

and its not just about savin us $$$ tho 🤑 its bout the fact dat we get 2 enjoy our music w/out any hiccups. i mean, airplay & spotify connect r still gonna work seamless 💻 so yeah, bosie's got this! 👍 can't wait 2 c what kinda cool features independent devs come up w/ 🤔
 
Smart move by Bose 🤔! They're finally putting consumers first 💖. No more worrying about old speakers becoming obsolete 😬. Now devs can create new stuff for them, and customers get to keep on streaming their fave tunes without a hitch 🎵👍
 
I'm glad Bose is doing something to alleviate the obsolescence issue, but I still think it's weird they're going open source... what if it means fewer bells and whistles on future speakers? 😐 They're trying to appease the devs and customers at the same time, which is cool, but I'd like to see some more clarity on how this whole thing will play out. The price point of $600 for those 2013 speakers is crazy, though... it's no wonder they were worried about becoming outdated. At least now we know that AirPlay and Spotify Connect will still work, so that's a plus 🙏
 
You know, it's kinda wild to think about how much control we have over our own tech these days... or so it feels like 😊. I mean, Bose just shifted its operation from cloud-based to open source, which is a pretty big deal for their customers. But at the same time, are we really in control of this tech? Or are we just along for the ride? 🤔

And what does this say about our relationship with innovation and progress? We're so used to having new gadgets and tools come out all the time that we start to feel like they're disposable or obsolete. But Bose is trying to change that by giving its customers more agency over their own tech. It's like, why can't we have a system where everyone gets a say in what happens next? 🤝

It's also interesting to think about how this decision reflects on our values as consumers. We're willing to invest a lot of money in these devices and expect them to last for years to come. But are we really getting the value that we think we are? Or are we just paying for convenience? 💸
 
I'm not convinced about this open source model change 🤔. I mean, think about it - now we're relying on third-party developers to keep our speakers up-to-date? What if they mess something up? 🙅‍♂️ And what's to stop them from just copying Bose's features and selling their own version of the SoundTouch system? It feels like a power struggle between companies to me. I'd rather have a solid, reliable product that doesn't need constant tinkering. Give me simplicity over complexity any day 🙏
 
so I think its pretty cool that Bose is making this change, i mean who wants to replace their speakers every 5 years because some company decides they dont need to support it anymore 🤔. now its great that devs can create their own stuff for soundtouch and its awesome that customers will still be able to use their fave streaming services without any issues 😊. I'm sure its a big relief for all the people who bought those speakers back in 2013 and were worried theyd just become trash after some time passed 💸. i think this move shows bose is actually listening to what customers want, rather than just trying to squeeze out every last penny from them 💡.
 
OMG I'm like super stoked about this news 🤩 Bose really stepped up its game by switching to an open source model! I mean who doesn't love having more control over their own devices? It's all about customer satisfaction and giving users a say in how things go down. And let's be real, it's not like they're gonna abandon us now that we know what's good for them 😂. The fact that independent devs can create their own features is just genius! It's all about community building and stuff. I'm loving the transparency too - they could've just kept it under wraps but instead they chose to be open and honest with their customers. That's what being loyal is all about 🙌
 
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