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Apple and LG team up on new smart home gear, starting with a lock, doorbell, and thermostat

Apple is collaborating with LG on a new lineup of smart home devices, including a video doorbell, thermostat, indoor camera, and more, according to a report from Bloomberg. The products will reportedly feature LG branding but integrate with the company's rumored smart home hub that's expected to launch during an event on October 13th. Sources tell Bloomberg that the upcoming line of devices also includes a deadbolt lock, outdoor security camera, and a floodlight camera. Several of the devices will reportedly come with support for the smart home protocols Thread and Matter amid a "formal reboot" for Apple's HomeKit platform. T … Read the full story at The Verge.

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Apple to Launch Doorbell, Lock and Thermostat Developed With LG

Apple's upcoming smart home devices will include a doorbell, thermostat, and other accessories developed through a partnership with LG Electronics. Bloomberg's Nick Turner explains.

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Apple to Launch Doorbell, Lock and Thermostat Developed With LG

Apple's upcoming smart home devices will include a doorbell, thermostat, and other accessories developed through a partnership with LG Electronics. Bloomberg's Nick Turner explains.

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Apple is reportedly partnering with LG to launch a smart lock, thermostat, and doorbell

Apple appears poised to push into the smart home market with a slate of new devices and a key partner.

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Apple reportedly worked with LG on gadgets for its upcoming smart home push

The doorbell, security cameras, thermostats and more could be announced next week.

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Apple and LG team up on new smart home gear, starting with a lock, doorbell, and thermostat

Apple is collaborating with LG on a new lineup of smart home devices, including a video doorbell, thermostat, indoor camera, and more, according to a report from Bloomberg. The products will reportedly feature LG…

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Apple's upcoming smart home devices will include a doorbell, thermostat, and other accessories developed through a partnership with LG Electronics. Bloomberg's Nick Turner explains.

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T2 · Outlet reportTechCrunchOct 6, 2026

Apple appears poised to push into the smart home market with a slate of new devices and a key partner.

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T2 · Outlet reportEngadgetOct 6, 2026

The doorbell, security cameras, thermostats and more could be announced next week.

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T2 · Outlet reportThe VergeOct 6, 2026

Apple is collaborating with LG on a new lineup of smart home devices, including a video doorbell, thermostat, indoor camera, and more, according to a report from Bloomberg. The products will reportedly feature LG branding but integrate…

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