Codenamed Pinewood, the black box will open up new possibilities for Sonos surround sound. It doubles as an HDMI switch and will offer a unified streaming experience. But it could end up being surprisingly expensive.

The way to do that, it appears, is through a new product category. According to The Verge, Sonos is planning to launch a streaming box, with a price tag between $200 and $400.

As the app seemingly — finally — finds itself in a more stable place, the Verge's Chris Welch, a sort of Sonos whisperer, is reporting that the company's focus is turning back