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1800+. Seems like they overhired during the pandemic like many other companies. I'm also a bit puzzled by that number, I've got to admit. They seem to do the
by tpmx 3y ago
1800+.
Seems like they overhired during the pandemic like many other companies.
I'm also a bit puzzled by that number, I've got to admit.
They seem to do their manufacturing in China and Malaysia.
- PaulHoule 3y agoI can’t imagine that there is anything too special in Sonos speakers, I mean there isn’t much point in using an OS that isn’t Linux or some off-the-shelf commercial OS. Bottom of the barrel ARM chips from Mediatek and the like will be good enough. I’m somewhat familiar with the competitive HEOS speakers from Denon and I can say that even pricey home theater receivers have underwhelming electronics inside.
- tpmx 3y agoTheir supposed secret sauce is the low-latency audio synchronization between rooms. But that isn't so secret/hard anymore.
- PaulHoule 3y agoMaybe they need 1000+ patent lawyers to protect it?
- benglish11 3y agoThey also have iOS and Android apps, maybe a web app too. Their apps do a lot of integrations with various streaming services which probably has a decent staff to maintain as well. That’s just tech jobs. They also have markering, design, logistics, distribution, accounting, HR…..