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Apple is officially getting into the smart home hardware business. Today, the company announced the Apple Home Collection, a new line of accessories developed alongside LG Electronics and Schneider Electric. The lineup covers the standard basics of home automation: security cameras, a video doorbell, a smart lock, and smart thermostats.
Specifications & Pricing
These devices offer a simpler setup process compared to existing third-party alternatives, eliminating the need to download manufacturer-specific apps or create separate accounts. They can be paired directly with an iPhone using a single tap, with all settings and controls accessible through the Apple Home app. Apple also confirms that all device data is protected by end-to-end encryption, preventing Apple, LG, and Schneider Electric from accessing camera feeds or usage information.
For security, the collection relies on hardware built by LG. The $249.95 Video Doorbell uses a dual-camera system: a 2.5K lens for the main view and a 1080p lens pointed downward at packages. The camera lineup also includes a $399.95 Floodlight Cam, a $299.95 Outdoor Cam, and a $199.95 Indoor Cam. The indoor model includes a physical privacy mechanism that automatically tilts the lens down and away when the first person in the household arrives home. Video storage is tied to iCloud+, so there is no separate camera subscription required.
On the access front, the $349.95 LG Smart Deadbolt Lock uses Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology. This allows the door to unlock automatically as a user approaches with a compatible iPhone or Apple Watch. Because it supports the Aliro standard, the core unlocking functions process locally and will still work if the home’s internet goes down.
For climate control, Apple is offering two $199.95 thermostats, one made by LG and the other by Schneider Electric. Rather than relying on manual schedules, they use an Adaptive Temperature feature that adjusts based on the location data and usage habits of the household’s iPhones. In the US, the thermostats can also sync with compatible utility plans to shift heavy heating or cooling to off-peak hours.
Under the hood, all of the new devices support Thread and Matter. They also include a quality-of-life update for smart home users: if you change your router’s Wi-Fi password, the accessories will automatically update their network credentials. For users who don’t want to wire a doorbell or thermostat themselves, Apple is partnering with ADT to offer paid professional installation.
Availability
The Apple Home Collection will start rolling out in December, with some accessories arriving in early 2027. However, the ecosystem’s central hub, the newly announced HomeView display, will not be sold in the European Union at launch due to ongoing regulatory issues regarding Apple’s AI features.
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