Science & Tech · Big Tech & Internet · 7 hrs ago
Apple’s rumored LG partnership may bring new smart home accessories
Apple has confirmed a “Welcome Home” experience for selected press in New York City, starting Tuesday.
The event is expected to feature a new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini and smart display, though those products have not been confirmed.
Separately, Apple is rumored to be working with LG and other companies on smart home accessories.
Filings, schematics, manuals and software clues have pointed to possible products including a thermostat, an environmental sensor and a door lock.
The possible partnership matters because it could expand the range of devices in Apple’s smart home offering.
More details on the rumors are expected in a later podcast episode.
Apple is rumored to be working with LG and other companies to make smart home accessories.
The accessories may have unique abilities, according to AppleInsider’s Smart Home Insider podcast.
The podcast cited unearthed FCC filings, schematics and manuals, as well as animated videos and text strings.
The article linked to material about a possible LG Apple thermostat, environmental sensor and door lock.
AppleInsider also reported that Apple had confirmed a “Welcome Home” experience in New York City, starting on Tuesday.
- Who
- Apple and LG are reportedly working together, among other companies.
- What
- Apple is rumored to be developing a series of smart home accessories with partner companies.
- When
- The article was published on October 12, 2026. It does not state when the accessories may be introduced.
- Where
- Not stated.
- Why
- The article says the accessories are expected to have unique abilities.
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- Reported partners
- Apple and LG
- Possible accessory
- Thermostat
- Possible accessory
- Environmental sensor
- Possible accessory
- Door lock
- Evidence cited
- FCC filings, schematics and manuals
Sources
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