Apple's new Home Collection includes a smart lock that opens when you walk up — no tapping required

Apple's new Home Collection features a smart lock that opens automatically when you approach with your iPhone or Apple Watch, eliminating the need for tapping or entering a passcode. The collection, developed in partnership with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric, includes various smart home devices designed for seamless integration with Apple's Home app and the new Apple HomeView smart home display.

Key features include the LG Smart Deadbolt Lock, priced at $349, which uses Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology for UWB unlock and includes a keypad and a hidden physical keyhole. The LG Indoor Cam ($199) and LG Outdoor Cam ($299, or $399 with floodlight) automatically adjust to provide privacy when someone is home and integrate with Apple's HomeKit Secure Video features.

The LG Video Doorbell Wired ($249) features two cameras—one outward-facing and one downward—to capture visitors and packages. Smart thermostats from LG and Schneider Electric, priced at $199, offer auto-adjustments to maintain comfortable temperatures while reducing energy use. The collection aims to simplify smart home setup and management, with devices available in the U.S. and Canada starting December.