Apple partners with LG to launch smart doorbell, lock and other home devices: Report
Follow UsApple has reportedly partnered with LG to launch several smart home devices.
The expected devices include a smart doorbell, a smart thermostat, a smart deadbolt lock and more.
The devices are expected to carry the LG brand instead of Apple’s logo.
Apple is reportedly expanding its smart home plans with a range of new devices developed with LG Electronics. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, LG is expected to manufacture and support the products. Interestingly, the devices are expected to carry the LG brand instead of Apple’s logo. They are also likely to work with a new Apple smart home hub that has reportedly been in development for several years.
SurveyAs per the report, the companies are working on several products, including a smart doorbell, a smart thermostat and a smart deadbolt lock. The companies are also said to be developing indoor and outdoor security cameras, and a floodlight camera.
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The devices are expected to be announced next week. However, they may not be available at the same time as Apple’s own smart home products. According to Gurman, the LG-made devices could take “at least a few more months” to reach the market.
Apple’s new smart home push is expected to focus on a new hub device. The product has reportedly been in development for several years and could act as the centre of Apple’s connected home ecosystem. The company is also expected to introduce an updated HomePod Mini and a new Apple TV set-top box as part of its plans.
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The partnership is also notable for LG, which is better known for appliances, televisions and other large electronics than dedicated smart home accessories. The company has already worked with Apple in several areas.
With the new partnership, Apple may use LG’s manufacturing and product support network to expand its smart home lineup. The move would also allow LG to enter more areas of the connected home market. However, Apple is expected to keep its own smart home hub and other core products under its own brand.
