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FCC Filings Expose LG's Apple-Backed Smart Home Hardware: Thermostat, Lock, and Sensor
technology2 days ago

FCC Filings Expose LG's Apple-Backed Smart Home Hardware: Thermostat, Lock, and Sensor

FCC documents reveal the designs of three LG-branded smart home devices developed with Apple, including a thermostat, temperature sensor, and deadbolt lock. These products support Thread and Matter protocols and will integrate with Apple's upcoming home hub, which is expected to launch on October 13, 2026. While Apple is shaping the engineering and features, LG will handle manufacturing, sales, and support under its own brand.

Leaked Renders Detail LG’s Upcoming Apple-Integrated Smart Home Lineup
technology3 days ago

Leaked Renders Detail LG’s Upcoming Apple-Integrated Smart Home Lineup

Leaked images reveal the design of three LG-branded smart home devices co-developed with Apple, including a rotating-keypad deadbolt, a circular thermostat, and a magnetic temperature sensor. These gadgets, which support Thread and Matter, are part of a broader 'second-party' partnership and are expected to launch months after Apple’s October 13 event, which will feature a new smart home hub, HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K.

Leaked Images Confirm Apple-LG Smart Lock, Thermostat, and Sensor Ahead of October 13 Event
technology3 days ago

Leaked Images Confirm Apple-LG Smart Lock, Thermostat, and Sensor Ahead of October 13 Event

Leaked images reveal the design of Apple-co-developed LG smart home accessories, including a smart lock, thermostat, and temperature sensor. These devices, which will carry LG branding but integrate with Apple’s HomeKit ecosystem, are part of a broader smart home launch expected at Apple’s October 13 event. While the hub, HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K are set for immediate release, the LG-branded accessories may not ship until later, according to Mark Gurman.

Apple and LG to co-develop smart home devices for October 13 launch
technology3 days ago

Apple and LG to co-develop smart home devices for October 13 launch

Apple is partnering with LG to produce a new line of smart home devices, including a video doorbell, smart lock, and thermostat, which will integrate with Apple's upcoming smart home hub. The devices will carry LG branding but support Apple's HomeKit ecosystem and Thread/Matter protocols. Apple is expected to unveil its new smart home hub, HomePod mini, and Apple TV 4K at an event on October 13, 2026. The LG-branded devices are expected to launch months after the hub debut. Apple is also planning a second product launch in late October, potentially featuring new Macs.

LG to Build Smart Home Gear for Apple's Ecosystem
technology3 days ago

LG to Build Smart Home Gear for Apple's Ecosystem

Apple is partnering with LG Electronics to produce a suite of smart home accessories, including a video doorbell, smart lock, and cameras. These devices will carry LG branding but integrate with Apple's upcoming home hub and HomeKit ecosystem. The collaboration allows Apple to expand its hardware lineup without manufacturing the products itself, while LG enters the smart home market more aggressively.

Apple's HomeKit AI camera upgrade comes with a hefty price tag
tech25 days ago

Apple's HomeKit AI camera upgrade comes with a hefty price tag

Apple Intelligence for HomeKit Secure Video adds AI video summaries, search, and multi-camera stitching, but pricing is steep: $9.99/month for 2TB iCloud Plus for one camera, $29.99/month for a second, and up to $59.99/month for five cameras—potentially $720/year for a five-camera setup, with The Verge noting the value doesn’t justify the cost despite the feature upgrades.

Anker MindBase: Local AI Hub That Doubles as NAS for Smart Homes
technology1 month ago

Anker MindBase: Local AI Hub That Doubles as NAS for Smart Homes

Anker announces MindBase, a local AI home hub that works with HomeKit and Matter devices, offers on-device AI processing, and can host up to 48TB of local storage to function as a NAS; it integrates with Anker security cameras and comes with a security kit (TrackLight Cam S1, S4 Video Doorbell, Smart Security Shield), while edge radar-based sensors provide real-time security features. Availability and pricing for MindBase and the security kit are not yet announced; new Eufy security devices are also introduced.

Apple Stores Get a Makeover Ahead of New Home Hub and TV Upgrades
technology1 month ago

Apple Stores Get a Makeover Ahead of New Home Hub and TV Upgrades

Apple is reorganizing its brick-and-mortar stores this fall to make room for upcoming home devices, with changes focused on the perimeter “Avenues” displays and new accessory bays. The updates aim to showcase a rumored HomePod with Display (HomePad) and an upgraded Apple TV, while signaling a dedicated space to demonstrate how the hub fits into HomeKit setups. Rumors also point to faster chips and a tvOS-based OS powered by Siri AI, plus potential design tweaks like a 7-inch display.