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LG Making Doorbell, Lock, and Cameras for Apple's Home Hub
MacRumors • • technology
Key Points:
- Apple is collaborating with LG Electronics to develop smart home accessories that will integrate with Apple's upcoming home hub and other Apple home products.
- LG is creating a range of devices including a wired video doorbell, thermostat, smart deadbolt lock, temperature sensor, indoor and outdoor security cameras, and a floodlight camera, as revealed in confidential FCC filings.
- These accessories will be built and branded by LG, with Apple contributing to their development, allowing Apple to expand its ecosystem without directly managing production and support.
- The new LG devices support multiple connectivity standards such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Thread, Matter, and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) for the smart lock's auto-unlocking feature.
- While Apple is set to unveil its new home hub, Apple TV 4K, and HomePod mini on October 13, the LG smart home accessories are expected to launch several months later.
