Apple launches the Home Collection, a line of smart home accessories. The products are co-designed with LG and Schneider Electric and integrated into the company's ecosystem. Availability begins in December.
Apple introduces the Apple Home Collection, a line of smart home accessories co-designed with LG and Schneider Electric. Launched on 10/13/2026, the products are managed through the Apple Home app and set up with a tap on the iPhone. Available starting in December, some accessories arrive in early 2027. U.S. prices range from US$ 39.95 to US$ 399.95. Cameras, doorbell and thermostats/sensors are available in the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom; lock, thermostats and sensors in the U.S. and Canada. Brazil is not mentioned in the sources.
Apple already allowed third-party accessories in the ecosystem through the Works with Apple Home and Matter certifications. The Home Collection is a recommended line, co-designed with LG and Schneider, and comes with the HomeView hub and updates to HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K, according to Engadget and MacRumors. Competitors mentioned include the Google Nest Learning Thermostat.
The company had already integrated external accessories for years, but the Home Collection represents a more targeted approach, with products developed in partnership with manufacturers. What's new is the combination of LG and Schneider technology with Apple's experience, creating a line that may be more integrated and functional within the company's ecosystem. The Apple Home Collection swaps protocol fragmentation for a unified network, gains compatibility with Thread and Matter, and uses local artificial intelligence for security without dependence on servers. The line supports Thread, a low-power communication standard, and thermostats and sensors are compatible with Matter, allowing integration with devices from other brands. The LG Smart Deadbolt Lock uses Ultra Wideband to unlock automatically as you approach, as well as a tap with iPhone/Apple Watch, a PIN keypad and a hidden backup key.
Price and availability
| Version | Price | Market | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| LG Video Doorbell Wired | US$ 249.95 | U.S. | availability |
| LG Floodlight Cam | US$ 399.95 | U.S. | availability |
| LG Outdoor Cam Plug-In | US$ 299.95 | U.S. | availability |
| LG Indoor Cam Plug-In | US$ 199.95 | U.S. | availability |
| LG Smart Deadbolt Lock | US$ 349.95 | U.S. | availability |
| LG and Schneider thermostats | US$ 199.95 each | U.S. | availability |
| Apple Home Collection | US$ 39.95 | — | — |
"Not disclosed": the source did not give the figure, and the newsroom does not estimate prices.
Still unconfirmed
- Prices, official specifications and dates for HomeView, HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K are not included in the press release provided; there are only rumors from MacRumors.
Sources
- Introducing apple home collection a new lineup of smart home accessoriesapple.com
- Apple debuts the apple home collection of smart devices including cameras thermostats and door locksengadget.com
- Apple next launch is todaymacrumors.com
- Apple home is getting a new doorbell cameras and smart lock but apple isnt making themtechradar.com
- Apple home collectionmacrumors.com
- Apple unveils apple home collection smart home accessories developed with lg and schneider9to5mac.com
- Apple home collection neue smart home reihe mit lg und schneider electric vorgestelltstadt-bremerhaven.de
- Apple stellt eigene smarthome zubehoerserie voriphone-ticker.de
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