This firmware update is being rolled out in stages, with devices updating sequentially over the next few days.

It's important to note that the device's firmware version is distinct from the WiiM Home App version. To check your device's firmware version, open the WiiM Home App, go to the 'Device' tab, tap the 'gear icon (Cog Wheel)' for device settings, select 'Device Info', and then view 'Firmware Version'.



5.2.813354 (In Progress)


Release date:

     Apr 9, 2026


Highlights:


  1. Stereo Pair: Simplifies stereo pair setup.
  2. Spotify Smart Play: Resume your latest listening session with a single tap. 


Playback & Audio:


  1. Playback Latency: Reduced delay when starting playback.
  2. EQ: Enables EQ for Dolby 5.1 playback. Improved responsiveness when adjusting and switching EQ settings.
  3. Aux In: Fixed distortion during extended playback sessions.


Radio & Streaming Services:


  1. TIDAL Connect: Upgraded SDK to resolve unexpected playback interruptions.
  2. Soundtrack: Updated SDK for improved playback stability and performance.
  3. TuneIn: Fixed playback issues for certain stations and improved resume behavior after long pauses.
  4. Deezer: Fixed unexpected playback interruptions.
  5. Qobuz Connect: Fixed occasional playback stopping issues.


General Improvements:


  1. Wi-Fi: Improved network stability and enhanced compatibility with Wi-Fi 7 routers.
  2. HTTP Server: Improved concurrency and stability under high load.
  3. Remote: Fixed occasional disconnection and unexpected max volume issues.
  4. Alarm: Fixed incorrect alarm and preset volume behavior.
  5. Roon: Fixed occasional crash issues.
  6. Alarm: Fixes BBC and vTuner alarms defaulting to the chime.


5.2.810533


Release date:

     Mar 12, 2026


Playback Improvements:


  1. Improved handling of short tracks and near-end track transitions to prevent skipping or audio leakage.
  2. Fixed multiple cases of unexpected track skipping or premature track changes across services.


Smart Home & Connectivity:


  1. Control 4 Integration: Seamlessly integrates with Control 4 systems for enhanced smart home control. Learn more. 
  2. Bluetooth Output: Allows audio to be streamed to Bluetooth devices (requires the upcoming app update).


Radio & Streaming Services:


  1. Radio: Enhanced live track metadata display with ICY support across TuneIn, iHeartRadio.
  2. Qobuz: Enabled Track Radio, Artist Radio, and Album Radio.
  3. vTuner Radio: Improved playback reliability with a backup stream URL fallback.
  4. SoundCloud: Added support for third-party login.
  5. TuneIn: Fixed an issue where alarms could fail to start playback on time.
  6. iHeartRadio: Fixed an issue where playback could stop unexpectedly.
  7. Pandora: Fixed an issue that could cause unexpected track skipping.
  8. Napster: Fixed My Music playback failures, incorrect station controls, and a crash when the internet connection is lost.
  9. Plex: Fixed incorrect track progress display for alarms, station history playback failures, and occasional early track skipping.
  10. Amazon Music: Fixed playback interruptions when playing short playlists.
  11. TIDAL Connect: Updated the SDK to fix an issue that could cause random playback stops.
  12. Roon Ready: Updates the SDK for improved security. Note: If the device does not appear in the Roon app on your PC, please update your Roon app to the latest version.


5.2.804330 (Latest)


Release date: 

    Jan 12,  2026


Important Note: 


Alexa Re-login Required: This update refreshes our Alexa integration (ID updated to WiiM_Sound). You will be automatically logged out after the update; please sign in again via the WiiM Home App to resume voice functionality.


What’s New: 


1. Wi-Fi: Stronger connection stability; improved compatibility with Wi-Fi 7 routers.

2. Queue: Better track order retention in shuffle and faster queue operations across NAS/Samba/Local, TIDAL, Qobuz, Radio Paradise, YouTube, Deezer, and SoundCloud.

3. Multi-room: Improved multicast logic for more reliable discovery/connectivity; reduced stutter when using Bluetooth input.


General Improvements: 


1. Touch Controls: Smoother volume adjustment when long-pressing touch buttons.

2. Performance: Faster switching speed when changing to Audio Input from other modes.

3. Setup Experience: Optimized network configuration logic for a faster and more stable setup process.


Bug Fixes: 


1. Qobuz: Stabilized progress bar; fixed shuffle dropouts, playback-mode mismatch, and missing artist/track metadata.

2. Soundtrack: Updated SDK; fixed disconnects when renaming the device during playback.

3. Amazon Music: Fixed position reset after back-to-back seeks.

4. TuneIn: Now consistently selects the highest available stream quality.

5. Radio: Resolved failures for certain station formats.

6. Google Cast: Device now retains its assigned room after reboot.