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Apple and LG Unveil Smart Home Cameras, Door Lock and Thermostats
Apple continues to expand its smart home ecosystem. Together with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric, the company has unveiled a new line of devices called Home Collection. Designed to simplify home security and management, these products include security cameras, a video doorbell, a smart door lock, thermostats, and temperature and humidity sensors.
The new devices are designed to work within a unified ecosystem together with Apple’s HomeView smart home hub. The most interesting aspect is how easy they are to connect to Apple Home: a device can be paired with a single tap. As with AirPods, there is no need to create a separate app or account. All the devices support end-to-end encryption to keep data secure.
Smart cameras that monitor the home
The Home Collection line includes cameras for both indoor and outdoor use, as well as a video doorbell. All models can record video at resolutions of up to 2.5K and recognize people, faces, animals, vehicles, and delivered packages.
The LG Video Doorbell Wired is equipped with two cameras for a better view of what is happening outside the door. The LG Floodlight Cam has floodlights that turn on automatically when motion is detected. The LG Indoor Cam can change its viewing angle and automatically tilt upward. When a household member returns home, the camera stops monitoring. This creates a more comfortable balance between security and privacy.
Video recordings of events are stored in iCloud+ for up to 10 days. Apple Intelligence can also create brief summaries of recorded events. This helps users understand what happened at home without watching lengthy video recordings.
The door will unlock when an iPhone approaches
One of the line’s standout products is the LG Smart Deadbolt Lock. Supporting UWB technology, the lock can detect when its owner approaches the door with an iPhone or Apple Watch on which a compatible home key has been preconfigured, and automatically unlock the door. The lock can also be opened with a tap or by using the numeric keypad, while a concealed slot is available for a backup key.
The device tracks when the door is opened and any attempts to tamper with the lock. Guests can be granted access through the Apple Home app. In addition, the lock’s basic access functions continue to work even if the internet connection is lost.
The home will adjust its own temperature
Smart thermostats and sensors from LG and Schneider Electric can automatically manage the climate based on conditions in the home. The system adjusts the temperature depending on whether residents are home, preparing to sleep, or leaving the house. Both thermostats support the Matter standard and are designed to be installed without calling a professional. Additional temperature and humidity sensors can also be connected to them.
All Home Collection devices support Thread technology. This allows them to communicate with one another within Apple Home and operate as part of unified automation routines. For example, actions such as activating the cameras, lowering the temperature, and engaging the smart lock when leaving home can be combined into a single system.
Prices and release dates
Shipments of the Home Collection line will begin in December. Some accessories will go on sale in early 2027.
- LG Video Doorbell Wired — $249.95
- LG Indoor Cam Plug-In — $199.95
- LG Outdoor Cam — $299.95
- LG Smart Deadbolt Lock — $349.95
- LG Floodlight Cam — $399.95
- LG Smart Thermostat — $199.95
- LG Temperature Sensor — $39.95
- Schneider Home Smart Thermostat — $199.95
- Schneider Home Room Sensor — $39.95