Apple is reportedly collaborating with LG Electronics on a collection of LG-branded accessories, including a smart deadbolt, thermostat, temperature sensor, video doorbell, and multiple security cameras. All are said to be designed to work with Apple’s rumored smart home hub, which Bloomberg reported was expected to be introduced alongside an upgraded HomePod mini and a new Apple TV on October 13.
The LG accessories reportedly remain months away from retail. Apple and LG have not officially confirmed any of it.
What the Leaks Actually Show
Leaked regulatory filings and posts from a leaker identified as pdfu offer the first reported look at three specific devices.
The LG Smart Deadbolt features a circular exterior keypad that reportedly rotates to open. An adjustable mechanism is said to keep moving parts clear of nearby walls. Per The Verge’s reporting on leaked material, the lock reportedly supports auto-unlock, tap-to-unlock, access codes, remote operation, adjustable keypad lighting, and a door-open alarm. Two mechanical keys are included as backup. Ultra-wideband proximity unlocking has been reported as a possible feature, but that detail is unconfirmed by either company.
The LG Smart Thermostat reportedly arrives with a circular design and a large central display for temperature and humidity readings. A leaked X post from the leaker known as pdfu lists reported settings including a “Far Sight Display,” display brightness, language selection, and temperature calibration. The long-distance display concept resembles a feature found on Google’s Nest thermostats, though that comparison rests on reported interface concepts, not confirmed performance. Per MacRumors reporting, regulatory filings also suggest the thermostat may include a 60GHz radar sensor; those details should not be treated as final retail specifications.
The temperature sensor is designed to extend the thermostat’s reach. It reportedly reads temperature and humidity from a separate room, feeding that data back to the main unit for whole-home climate management. Its reported design includes a magnetic rear surface, an adhesive metal plate for alternative mounting, and a replaceable battery with low-battery alerts.
FCC-related filings reportedly list Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Thread, and Matter support across several devices in the lineup. Those details are not confirmed retail specifications for every product.
The Bigger Picture
The reported collaboration points to a more deliberate hardware strategy than Apple has previously pursued in the smart home category.
The collaboration model, as Bloomberg describes it, has Apple contributing to design, features, and engineering while LG handles manufacturing and support. That structure lets Apple shape the hardware experience without carrying the full production weight. The reported lineup extends beyond those three devices to include a wired video doorbell, a floodlight cam, an outdoor plug-in cam, and an indoor plug-in cam, though detailed leaked information on the cameras is limited.
No pricing, regional availability, or software requirements have been disclosed for any of the accessories. The exact role of Apple Home, Matter, Thread, Home Key, or Siri in the setup has not been confirmed.
Apple’s home security platform has historically relied on a broad range of third-party accessories. A coordinated lineup co-engineered with a major manufacturer would put Apple in more direct competition with Google and Amazon on hardware coherence. Whether it can match the maturity and breadth of Nest or Ring remains speculative until pricing and real-world performance are known.
Apple’s October 13 announcements may clarify how the rumored hub ties this hardware together. Leaked specifications can shift before launch, so every detail here should be held loosely until Apple and LG say otherwise.
