re: CAD falling out of love with Sonos

CAD, I would use a chromecast or Airport Express with the line in feature on your speakers. Thats how I play stuff from any phone to all of the Sonos speakers. It could even be something as simple as a bluetooth dongle if you wanted to go that route.

Also, you can set alarms to play music at any time you want from any of your stations. I have it set to come on each morning and on in the afternoon before I get home. (though I can see why you'd like control over the internet, it seems like the next logical step).

I agree that the system isn't perfect, but I think you'd run into most of the issues (and then some) with any of the other comparable systems on the market. I'd love someone to show me any new system that is as simple and easy to use as Sonos with new added functionality.