We just got a closer look at Apple’s new video doorbell, security cameras, door lock and thermostats following the company’s “Welcome Home” event on Tuesday. The six new devices are part of a new Apple Home Collection, which the company jointly developed with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric.
The LG Smart Lock costs $349 and comes with support for Apple Home Key, allowing you to unlock your door hands-free with UWB. You can also unlock the door with a PIN code or by using the physical keyhole under the keypad.
There’s also a new $249 LG video doorbell. It comes with two cameras that support up to 2.5K resolution, allowing you to record your visitors and see when packages are delivered to your door. The doorbell also has a motion activated light.
A pair of LG indoor/outdoor security cameras have a tubular design that matches the video doorbell. The plug-in interior camera costs $199 and records videos at up to 2.5K resolution. It moves up and down automatically and you can set it to face down when you return home. Meanwhile, Apple is launching two versions of its wired outdoor camera: a $399 model with motion-activated reflectors and a cheaper $299 model without lights.
Finally, we take a closer look at Apple’s round LG smart thermostat and a square one from Schneider Electric. They cost $199 and are compatible with Matter.
Photography by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The edge
