Smart Home Attack from Apple: Apple Home Collection Introduced!

Apple announced the Apple Home Collection, a new hardware series that takes the smart home ecosystem directly under its control. The new product family developed in cooperation with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric; It covers a wide range from indoor and outdoor security cameras to smart doorbells, from UWB supported door locks to smart thermostats and temperature sensors. All devices are set up with a single touch directly from the iPhone, without the need for a third-party application or account, and are managed with end-to-end encryption through the Apple Home application.

No Third-Party Apps: Fully Integrated into Apple Home App

Taking the Matter and “Works with Apple Home” ecosystem one step further, Apple Home Collection eliminates the problem of users getting lost between separate applications or subscriptions from different brands. Devices that pair with iPhone with a single tap connect directly to the Apple Home app and Siri control. All data is end-to-end encrypted between devices and Apple Home; In this way, neither Apple nor hardware manufacturers LG and Schneider Electric can access user data.

LG Signed Smart Security Cameras and UWB Door Lock

The security leg of the collection includes four different camera models and a smart lock developed in partnership with LG. Cameras that work with a hub (Home Hub) such as Apple TV 4K, HomeView or HomePod record at 2.5K resolution; It can directly recognize people, familiar faces, pets, vehicles and packages.

AI-Powered Cameras and Automatic Privacy Shield

LG Video Doorbell: The doorbell with a dual camera array allows monitoring both the visitors' faces (2.5K) and the packages on the doorstep (Full HD) at the same time. It has a built-in spotlight and the ringtone can be heard from HomePod or HomeView devices inside the house.

LG Floodlight Cam & Outdoor Cam: Outdoor cameras that offer color night vision in low light ensure environmental safety with dual projector lights that are automatically activated when motion is detected.

LG Indoor Cam: Standing out with its privacy-oriented motorized structure, the indoor camera physically interrupts the recording by automatically tilting its lens downwards as soon as a member of the household walks through the door.

The cameras store 10 days of history through iCloud+ plans without the need for an additional security camera subscription. In addition, thanks to Apple Intelligence integration, video recordings are summarized as text and users can find the moment they want among past images by searching with natural language. The internal storage of the devices continues to record even if Wi-Fi is disconnected.

Smart Lock with Ultra Wideband (UWB) Support

LG Smart Deadbolt Lock, included in the series, detects the user approaching the door with Ultra Wide Band (UWB) technology. When a user carrying a compatible iPhone or Apple Watch approaches the door, the lock automatically unlocks without requiring any touch. Alternatively, the integrated PIN panel or physical key slot can be used.

Smart Air Conditioning and Energy Management with Schneider Electric

The air conditioning side of Apple Home Collection bears the signature of global energy giant Schneider Electric. The developed Schneider Home Smart Thermostat and wireless temperature sensors enable room-based temperature monitoring while optimizing the energy consumption of the house. Users can effortlessly adjust the temperature of their rooms according to the time of day with Siri commands or automations.

Release Date and Sales Calendar

Compatible with Apple's product line with its minimalist design and aluminum details, the Apple Home Collection series is gradually offered for sale as of December 2026. It is stated that certain camera and sensor models will be on the shelves in the first months of 2027.