Buying all three first-wave home security systems accessories together runs $749.85 before tax and installation. Apple began accepting orders for the LG Video Doorbell Wired ($249.95), LG Indoor Cam Plug-In ($199.95), and LG Outdoor Cam Plug-In ($299.95), with reported delivery estimates ranging from Dec. 14 to Dec. 18.
Apple co-developed the lineup with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric.
What Each Device Actually Does
Each of the three LG-branded devices targets a specific security scenario, from front-door monitoring to indoor privacy.
The LG Video Doorbell Wired uses two cameras: a 2.5K forward-facing lens and a Full HD downward-facing lens for a separate package view. It includes a spotlight and recognition for people, pets, vehicles, and packages, with chimes routed through HomeView, HomePod, or HomePod mini.
The LG Indoor Cam Plug-In records at up to 2.5K resolution and supports low-light color and infrared night vision. Its lens tilts upward when the home is unoccupied and downward into a privacy position when residents return.
The LG Outdoor Cam Plug-In also captures up to 2.5K video and recognizes people, familiar faces, pets, vehicles, and packages. Apple has also announced an LG Floodlight Cam priced from $399.95, though that model is not yet available to order.
What the Setup Actually Requires
These cameras depend on HomeKit Secure Video and an eligible iCloud+ plan for their advertised video-history features.
HomeKit Secure Video powers these cameras. It stores event history through a supported iCloud+ plan, not a separate camera subscription.
According to Apple’s product announcement, video is end-to-end encrypted, meaning neither Apple nor LG can access the footage.
These new accessories are simple to set up starting with one tap with iPhone, and everything is managed through the Apple Home app — no separate app or account required.
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Remote access and smart-home functions require a compatible Home hub. Options include HomeView, HomePod, HomePod mini, or Apple TV 4K.
The refreshed Apple TV 4K displays smart-home camera activity and doorbell alerts on a connected television. Setup starts with “one tap with iPhone” and runs entirely through the Apple Home app, with no separate manufacturer app or account needed, according to Apple. NFC pairing requires an iPhone running the latest operating-system software.
Before You Order
Installation constraints and unconfirmed product timing are worth reviewing before placing a holiday order.
The doorbell requires existing wiring, and the outdoor camera requires a nearby power outlet. Both constraints can affect the real cost of entry beyond the sticker price.
Apple says select additional accessories, including thermostats, temperature sensors, and a smart lock, will be available in early 2027. Buyers should verify regional availability and confirm that their existing Apple devices support all advertised features before ordering.
Part of a Larger Launch
The camera lineup arrives alongside two new Apple hub devices that anchor the broader Home ecosystem.
The camera orders open alongside Apple’s new HomeView smart display, available in tabletop and wall-mounted versions starting at $299, and the refreshed Apple TV 4K, which went on sale Nov. 13. Both devices serve as compatible Home hubs for the Apple Home Collection accessories.
