Apple has introduced Apple Home Collection, a new range of smart home accessories developed in collaboration with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric. The lineup includes indoor and outdoor security cameras, a video doorbell, a smart deadbolt lock, thermostats, and temperature sensors designed to work directly with Apple’s Home app.
The new collection aims to make smart home management simpler by bringing security, climate control, and home access into one connected system. Users will be able to set up compatible accessories with a single tap on an iPhone, without installing separate apps or creating additional accounts.
Apple says the accessories are designed with privacy in mind, using end-to-end encryption for home data. The products are scheduled to begin arriving in December 2026, with selected accessories expected in early 2027.
Apple Expands Its Smart Home Ecosystem
Apple already supports a broad range of smart home accessories through Apple Home and the Matter connectivity standard. With Home Collection, the company is moving toward a more integrated range of products designed to work together from the start.
LG Electronics is contributing cameras, a video doorbell, a smart lock, a thermostat, and temperature sensors. Schneider Electric is providing another smart thermostat and a room sensor focused on home climate management.
All the products are designed to work with Apple’s Home app and Siri. Users can operate individual devices or combine them into automated routines based on their daily activities.
For example, a morning routine could adjust the home’s temperature, change an indoor camera’s position, and start music on a HomePod. When everyone leaves, the system could lock the front door, adjust the thermostat, and activate security monitoring.
The products also support Thread, a smart home networking technology designed to help compatible devices communicate reliably.
Smart Cameras Offer Home Monitoring Features
The new collection includes four LG camera products designed to help users monitor their homes.
LG Video Doorbell
The wired video doorbell uses two cameras to capture separate views of visitors and packages. Its main camera records at up to 2.5K resolution, while the lower camera captures Full HD video.
A built-in spotlight and chime provide additional convenience. The chime can play through compatible Apple devices, including HomeView, HomePod, and HomePod mini.
LG Floodlight Cam
The Floodlight Cam is designed for outdoor security. It features two adaptive floodlights that activate when motion is detected, along with color night vision intended to improve visibility in low-light conditions.
LG Outdoor Cam
The plug-in Outdoor Cam offers adjustable positioning for different outdoor areas. It also supports color night vision and is designed for straightforward self-installation.
LG Indoor Cam
The Indoor Cam introduces a privacy-focused feature that automatically changes the camera’s position depending on whether household members are home.
When the first member of the household returns, the camera tilts downward to stop monitoring. Users can also adjust its position manually or through the Home app.
The cameras support secure video storage through compatible iCloud+ plans, with up to 10 days of event history. Eligible plans can also provide AI-generated descriptions of recorded events and natural-language search for footage.
Apple says the cameras include built-in storage designed to help preserve recordings during Wi-Fi outages. Users can access live video and camera activity through supported Apple devices.
Smart Deadbolt Lock Adds Automatic Door Access
Home Collection also introduces an LG Smart Deadbolt Lock designed to simplify access to the home.
The lock uses Ultra Wideband technology to detect when an authorized user approaches the door. When a compatible iPhone or Apple Watch with a configured home key approaches, the door can unlock automatically.
Users will have additional options for unlocking the door, including tapping a compatible device, entering a PIN, or using a concealed backup key slot.
The lock can detect whether the door has been opened, closed, or tampered with and send alerts when necessary. Homeowners can also share access with guests, family members, or service providers through the Home app.
The video doorbell and smart lock are designed to work together. When someone rings the bell, users can receive a notification, view the visitor, communicate with them, and unlock the door from a compatible device.
The lock supports Matter and Aliro, a standard designed to improve interoperability for access-control products. Apple says its core access functions can operate locally, even without an internet connection.
Apple Adds Two Smart Thermostats
Apple Home Collection includes smart thermostats from both LG Electronics and Schneider Electric. The two options give users a choice based on their existing home climate and energy-management needs.
The thermostats are designed to adjust temperatures automatically using information about household routines. Apple’s Adaptive Temperature feature can change settings depending on whether residents are home, preparing for sleep, or away.
Separate temperature and humidity sensors can help monitor conditions in different rooms. The system can also use sensors built into compatible Apple home devices.
For eligible customers in the contiguous United States, Clean Energy Guidance can help shift heating and cooling to periods when electricity is cleaner or less expensive, provided the customer has a compatible utility plan.
The Home app is also designed to display energy-use information, including peak and off-peak pricing details.
Both thermostat options support Matter and are designed to work with a range of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. Installation accessories, including compatible wiring adapters, will be sold separately.
Privacy Remains a Major Focus
Security and privacy are central to Apple’s approach to the new collection. According to the company, personal data and camera footage managed through Apple Home are protected with end-to-end encryption.
Apple says neither it nor LG Electronics or Schneider Electric can access the encrypted home data. Camera footage can be processed locally through a supported home hub or through Apple’s Private Cloud Compute system.
For customers with a compatible iCloud+ plan, recorded video is stored in encrypted form for up to 10 days.
The approach is intended to give users access to home monitoring and automation without making their private recordings available to the companies supplying the products.
As with any connected security system, users should check device compatibility, account security, and the precise privacy settings available for their configuration.
Apple Home Collection Pricing and Availability
Apple plans to begin selling the Home Collection products in December 2026, with selected accessories expected in early 2027. The announced launch markets and US starting prices are as follows:
| Product | Starting price in the US |
|---|---|
| LG Indoor Cam Plug-In | $199.95 |
| LG Video Doorbell Wired | $249.95 |
| LG Outdoor Cam Plug-In | $299.95 |
| LG Floodlight Cam | $399.95 |
| LG Smart Deadbolt Lock | $349.95 |
| LG Smart Thermostat | $199.95 |
| LG Temperature Sensor | $39.95 |
| Schneider Home Smart Thermostat | $199.95 |
| Schneider Home Room Sensor | $39.95 |
The video doorbell and camera lineup is announced for the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The smart lock, thermostats, and temperature sensors are announced for the United States and Canada.
Prices are US starting prices and may vary by market. Apple has not announced the full collection for India in the supplied announcement, so Indian buyers should wait for local availability and pricing details.
Apple is also offering professional installation through ADT at participating Apple Retail locations in the United States for an additional charge.
What Apple’s New Smart Home Collection Means
The Home Collection marks a broader effort by Apple to bring security, climate management, and home access into a more unified ecosystem. Instead of relying entirely on a mix of independently configured accessories, customers will have a range of products designed to work together through Apple’s existing software and devices.
The combination of automated door access, connected cameras, and adaptive temperature controls could appeal to households that already use iPhones, Apple Watches, HomePods, and Apple TV.
However, pricing and regional availability may limit adoption, particularly in markets where the collection has not yet been announced. The practical value will also depend on how reliably the devices work together and how well the automation features fit individual homes.
For Apple, the challenge will be turning its integrated approach into a compelling alternative to established smart home products. The collection’s success will depend not just on its privacy promises, but also on ease of installation, reliability, and the everyday benefits users experience.