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Apple and LG leak shows new ‘tap to control’ HomeKit features

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Briefings

A leaked post from user 'pdfu' on X reveals rumored Apple Home accessories from LG featuring an NFC-based 'Proximity Control' feature. This feature would pop up a hint for device controls in the iPhone's Dynamic Island when the phone is placed near the accessory, executed via the Matter protocol but as an Apple-specific addition. The leak also references a previously reported 'tap to setup without power' pairing feature, suggesting a progression of upcoming smart home devices.

Key points

• A post on X from user 'pdfu' reveals rumored Apple Home accessories from LG featuring an NFC-based 'Proximity Control' feature.
• The feature would pop up a hint for device controls in the iPhone's Dynamic Island when the phone is placed near the accessory, executed via the Matter protocol but as an Apple-specific addition.

Context and limitations

The evidence is a single unverified post from a user known for leaks, with no official confirmation from Apple or LG regarding the existence, functionality, or release date of these features.

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