Apple announces Home Collection, a new line of smart security products with LG

On Tuesday, Apple unveiled the Apple Home Collection, a new line of smart security devices in collaboration with LG and Schneider Electric. The collection encompasses indoor and outdoor cameras, smart thermostats, temperature sensors, a video doorbell, and a smart lock. Among these, a noteworthy addition is the new smart lock and video doorbell combo.

The Apple Home Collection also includes a range of LG products: the LG Video Doorbell priced at $249.95, the LG Floodlight Cam at $399.95, the LG Outdoor Cam (Plug-in) at $299.95, the LG Indoor Cam (Plug-In) for $199.95, the LG Smart Deadbolt Lock at $349.95, and the LG Smart Thermostat for $199.95. Additionally, Schneider Home offers a Smart Thermostat at $199.95 and a Room Sensor at $39.95.

Apple also announced the debut of a new Apple HomePod Mini smart speaker, a streaming device Apple TV 4K, and a novel smart home display named Apple HomeView - a Siri AI-powered product. Apple claims these products can be set up with a single tap from an iPhone and managed through the Apple Home app and the newly introduced Siri AI.

This launch marks Apple's entry into the competitive smart home market, a field previously dominated by smart speakers and streaming boxes. The move comes as the second major product unveiling under Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, following their September iPhone launch event.

Apple's VP of Hardware Engineering, Matthew Costello, expressed optimism about the Apple Home Collection, stating that it simplifies the selection of smart home accessories. He added that the collaboration with LG and Schneider ensures seamless integration and hassle-free management of the home, emphasizing privacy and reliability.

The Apple Home Collection will be available starting December, with some products ready for shipping as early as 2027. The launch of these products aligns with earlier reports from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who expects Apple to release additional items, including a touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro, later in the month.