Overview

SoundTouch Reborn (STR) is an innovative, cloud-free firmware project designed to restore full functionality to Bose SoundTouch speakers after the discontinuation of the Bose SoundTouch cloud service in May 2026. Unlike traditional solutions, STR allows users to enjoy internet radio, Spotify Connect, and manage multiroom settings without needing a Bose account or external cloud services.

Key Features

• Local Cloud Emulation: STR installs a small agent directly onto compatible Bose SoundTouch speakers over a home network, effectively emulating the former Bose cloud service and enabling seamless playback of internet radio and personal media.
• User-Friendly Desktop Application: The STR desktop app (available on Windows, macOS, and Linux) facilitates easy installation and configuration, freeing users from the need for USB sticks or complex setups.
• Multiroom and Stereo Pairing: Group multiple speakers for synchronized playback or create a left/right stereo pair.
• Smart Home Integration: Utilize hardware preset buttons for direct access to media sources and configure smart home triggers via webhooks.

How It Works

Upon installation, the STR desktop application detects available Bose speakers on the network and deploys the agent to the speaker's persistent storage. The agent ensures that speakers automatically reconnect to their local cloud emulation when powered on, enabling a host of features:

• Playback Control: Features like play, pause, volume control, and source switching (AUX, Bluetooth) are managed through the speaker's existing UPnP AVTransport capabilities.
• Internet Radio and Media Library Access: Users can search for internet radio stations directly and browse their local media library via DLNA/UPnP support.
• Spotify Connect Support: Experience Spotify with full feature support, including playlist and album access, directly through your speaker.

Supported Models

STR supports a wide array of Bose SoundTouch products, including:

• SoundTouch 10, 20, 30
• SoundTouch Portable
• Wave SoundTouch series III and IV
• SoundTouch 300
• Bose SA-4 and SA-5 amplifiers
• CineMate 520 and 130

For a complete list of compatible models, see the documentation in the repository.

Privacy and Security

STR emphasizes user privacy with no accounts, ads, or third-party trackers. The application functions entirely locally, ensuring that it does not connect to the redundant Bose cloud services. Security measures include DNS pinning and a local TLS certificate to safeguard communication between the speaker and the STR agent.

Getting Involved

Contributions to the STR project are welcome, with opportunities for code submissions, feature requests, and discussions on the development framework. Support the project's continued development through donations on the official website.

Conclusion

SoundTouch Reborn is committed to reviving Bose SoundTouch speakers' capabilities long after the official cloud service's closure. Offering local-only control and a user-centric application, STR provides users with a reliable and private listening experience.