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

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Apple and LG announced a collaboration to launch a new smart home device lineup featuring a video doorbell, thermostat, indoor camera, deadbolt lock, and outdoor security camera. These products will carry LG branding but integrate with a rumored smart home hub expected at an event on October 13th. Several devices will support Thread and Matter protocols as part of a formal reboot for Apple's HomeKit platform. The collaboration marks a significant shift in Apple's smart home ecosystem, leveraging LG's hardware capabilities.

Key points

• Apple and LG are collaborating on a new smart home device lineup including a video doorbell, thermostat, indoor camera, deadbolt lock, and outdoor security camera.

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The report comes from Bloomberg and is based on unverified sources; specific launch dates, pricing, and exact specifications remain to be confirmed.

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