Missing DNS settings

[cooky560]

The app when connecting to my amp ultra doesn't have the option to enable or disable "use preferred DNS server" so I've had to set this by setting a manual IP address.
Is this intentional behaviour?

 

[Mr Ee]

The app when connecting to my amp ultra doesn't have the option to enable or disable "use preferred DNS server" so I've had to set this by setting a manual IP address.
Is this intentional behaviour?

It would appear that on some wiim devices Preferred DNS Server has been replaced with Smart Network Enhancement..

 

[hoohoohoo]

It would appear that on some wiim devices Preferred DNS Server has been replaced with Smart Network Enhancement..

It looks like the WiiM Ultra has been receiving this functionality (link below) but other devices haven't received this change. The term "Smart DNS" usually refers to a DNS that spoofs geolocation to appear to come from a different country. This just affects selected DNS traffic to provide responses as if your device is coming from a different country location. Services like TuneIn which follow the old school territorial model for media licensing could be requesting this type of location check as a condition for providing the service.

Thread 'WiiM Ultra Firmware v5.2.723250 Update - Jul 15, 2025'

Jul 15, 2025

Please review the WiiM Ultra update release notes below. If you encounter any issues, feel free to reach out to us. This firmware update is being rolled out in stages, with devices updating sequentially over the next few days.

5.2.723250 (In Progress)​

Release date:

7 / 15 / 2025

What's New:

1. Smart DNS Enhancement: Improved Smart DNS behavior by checking the legitimacy of the DNS server returned by the router.
2. HDMI ARC Upgrade:
   • Eliminated pop/crackle noises.
   • Added Auto-Sensing for instant TV-audio pickup.
   • Improved the...

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1. Smart DNS Enhancement: Improved Smart DNS behavior by checking the legitimacy of the DNS server returned by the router.

I'm curious if anyone with the WiiM Ultra is noticing differences in some services.