Apple doubles down on its smart home ecosystem, planning to partner with LG to launch door locks, doorbells and other devices

Apple doubles down on its smart home ecosystem, planning to partner with LG to launch door locks, doorbells and other devices

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Apple plans to release a new generation of smart home products on October 13, including the smart home hub HomeView powered by an A18 chip, a new HomePod mini with an S10 chip, and an Apple TV with an A19 chip.

According to well-known tech journalist Mark Gurman's disclosure on October 12, the HomeView will be offered in both desktop and wall-mounted versions and is expected to launch in mid-November (month 11), while the other two products are expected to go on sale on October 30.

HomeView is equipped with a display and is positioned as a centralized control hub for home smart devices, expected to further integrate Apple's smart home ecosystem. Meanwhile, Apple is working with LG Electronics to develop smart doorbells, door locks, thermostats and security cameras, planning to launch them under the "Apple Home Collection" brand, with related products expected to hit the market in late 2026 at the earliest.

This product lineup shows that Apple is further expanding its smart home hardware matrix, strengthening ecosystem linkage through a home control hub and companion devices. However, the information currently comes from media reports, and the specific product specifications, prices and official launch arrangements still await Apple's official confirmation.

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