Key insights
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Bose kept some wireless features working past end-of-life: Bose told customers AirPlay and Spotify Connect will still work with SoundTouch speakers after end-of-life, and AirPlay 2-capable devices will still support synchronized playback.
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Bose enabled third-party development via API documentation: Bose emailed customers SoundTouch API documentation so independent developers can create SoundTouch-compatible tools and features.
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The text cites a common reason companies avoid open-sourcing smart devices: The text states companies may avoid open-sourcing because of concern that the device and the original maker could become associated with a controversial hack.
Takeaways
Bose is proceeding with SoundTouch end-of-life changes while preserving limited local and wireless functionality and providing API documentation for independent developers.