Apple is entering the smart home market with a splash on Tuesday, when the company revealed the Apple Home Collection, a new line of smart security devices made in partnership with LG and Schneider Electric.
The new smart security line includes indoor and outdoor cameras, smart thermostats, temperature sensors, a video doorbell, and a smart lock.
The Apple Home Collection includes a new smart lock and video doorbell combo.
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LG Video Doorbell (Wired): $249.95
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LG Floodlight Cam: $399.95
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LG Outdoor Cam (Plug-in): $299.95
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LG Indoor Cam (Plug-In): $199.95
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LG Smart Deadbolt Lock: $349.95
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LG Smart Thermostat: $199.95
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LG Temperature Sensor: $39.95
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Schneider Home Smart Thermostat: $199.95
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Schneider Home Room Sensor: $39.95
Alongside the new security products, Apple also announced the launch of a new Apple HomePod Mini smart speaker, a new Apple TV 4K streaming device, and the Apple HomeView. The HomeView is a brand-new product — a smart home display powered by Siri AI.
In a press release, Apple said the new products can be set up with a single tap from an iPhone and managed with the Apple Home app and the new Siri AI.
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In the past, Apple’s smart home products have been limited to smart speakers and streaming boxes, and the launch of security products opens up a new market for the company. This is the second major product launch under the company’s new CEO John Ternus, following the September iPhone launch event.
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“Apple Home Collection makes it easy to choose smart home accessories with confidence,” said Matthew Costello, Apple VP of Hardware Engineering, in a press release. “Working closely with industry leaders LG Electronics and Schneider Electric, we designed every accessory to work seamlessly with Apple Home, so managing your home is simple, reliable, and private.”
Apple said that the new smart security products will be available starting in December, and some of the products will be ready for shipping in early 2027.
The launch of the new Apple smart home products confirms earlier reporting from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Apple is expected to release even more products, including a touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro, later this month.
