
Apple and LG Collaborate on New HomeKit Products Featuring Exclusive iPhone Controls
Edited by Lumi Castell
Assistants & Lighting · Updated October 12, 2026
Apple is set to unveil a new line of smart home devices developed in collaboration with LG, including a video doorbell, thermostat, and lock. These 'second-party' HomeKit products will feature an exclusive NFC-based 'Proximity Control' that allows users to access device controls via their iPhone's Dynamic Island. This development highlights Apple's commitment to enhancing the smart home experience through innovative features and improved integration.
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Why it matters
- ✓The new Proximity Control feature simplifies device interaction, making it easier for users to manage their smart home devices.
- ✓The integration of Matter and Thread protocols ensures compatibility with a wider range of smart home ecosystems, enhancing user choice.
- ✓Apple's focus on smart home technology indicates a growing market for connected devices, potentially leading to more innovation and competitive pricing.
Apple and LG Collaborate on New HomeKit Products Featuring Exclusive iPhone Controls
Apple is making significant strides in the smart home market through a partnership with LG, introducing a range of new devices designed to enhance the HomeKit ecosystem. This collaboration includes several innovative products, such as a video doorbell, a thermostat, an indoor camera, and a deadbolt lock. These devices are expected to be showcased at Apple's upcoming event on October 13th, marking a pivotal moment for the company's approach to smart home technology.
New Product Lineup
According to reports from Bloomberg and The Verge, the new lineup of smart home devices will include:
- Video Doorbell: A device that allows homeowners to see and communicate with visitors at their door.
- Thermostat: A smart device to manage home heating and cooling efficiently.
- Indoor Camera: For monitoring activities inside the home.
- Deadbolt Lock: Enhancing home security with smart locking capabilities.
- Outdoor Security Camera: For monitoring the exterior of the home.
- Floodlight Camera: Combining lighting and surveillance for added security.
These products will carry LG branding but will be designed to integrate seamlessly with Apple's HomeKit platform, which is undergoing a
Sources
- 2026.10: You are here 📍 — Home Assistant
- How Apple can win the smart home — The Verge Smart Home
- Apple and LG leak shows new ‘tap to control’ HomeKit features — The Verge Smart Home
- Apple and LG team up on new smart home gear, starting with a lock, doorbell, and thermostat — The Verge Smart Home
- Apple’s new ‘second-party’ HomeKit products will have this exclusive iPhone feature — 9to5Mac HomeKit
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