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Leaked Images Show Apple’s Planned Smart Home Accessories
Apple is reportedly working with LG on new products for people’s homes.
Leaked pictures appear to show a smart lock, a thermostat and a sensor that measures temperature.
The larger group of products may also include doorbells and cameras.
The products are expected to use the LG name.
A report says they may not be ready to buy as soon as Apple’s next HomePod and Apple TV.
Apple is also said to be preparing a home hub with a screen.
That hub could help people control home devices and use Siri.
The article says its release timing is not certain.
Leaked images reportedly show an Apple-associated smart lock, thermostat and temperature sensor developed with LG.
The broader reported accessory lineup also includes a video doorbell, indoor and outdoor cameras, and a floodlight camera.
The products are expected to launch under the LG brand, according to the article.
Mark Gurman previously reported that the accessories would not be ready to ship as soon as Apple’s new HomePod and Apple TV.
Apple is reportedly planning a home-products event around October, while its screen-equipped home hub may not ship alongside other upcoming devices.
- Who
- Apple and LG are reportedly developing smart home accessories.
- What
- Leaked images show a smart lock, thermostat and temperature sensor; more accessories are also reportedly planned.
- Where
- The products are intended for the smart home; no specific location is stated.
- When
- The article says Apple may discuss the products at an event planned around October, but gives no confirmed launch date.
- Why
- The reported development would expand Apple’s smart home product lineup.
Key facts
- Developers
- Apple and LG, according to reports cited in the article
- Products shown in leaked images
- Smart lock, thermostat and temperature sensor
- Other reported accessories
- Video doorbell, indoor camera, outdoor camera and floodlight camera
- Expected branding
- The accessories will reportedly launch under the LG brand
- Reported event timing
- Apple is reportedly planning a home-products event around October
- Availability
- The accessories may not be ready to ship as early as the upcoming HomePod and Apple TV
- Home hub
- A screen-equipped hub is reportedly planned, but may not ship alongside other upcoming home devices
Sources
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