Apple’s new smart home line-up includes a smart lock, thermostat and video doorbells
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The new devices work with HomeView, the company's new smart home hub which can be used to control accessories and interact with apps.
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- ▪ New Apple Home Collection includes smart cameras, door lock, and thermostats made by LG and Schneider Electric — TechSpot
- ▪ Apple Launches 'Apple Home Collection' With Cameras, Lock, Thermostats and More — MacRumors
- ▪ Apple unveils Apple Home Collection smart home accessories developed with LG and Schneider — 9to5Mac
- ▪ Apple unveils the Apple Home Collection, a lineup of smart home accessories made with LG and Schneider, including cameras, thermostats, a doorbell, and a lock (Apple) — Techmeme
- ▪ The new Apple Home Collection includes a video doorbell, smart lock, and more — The Verge
- ▪ Apple debuts the Apple Home Collection of smart devices, including cameras, thermostats and door locks — Engadget
- ▪ Apple Home is getting a new doorbell, cameras, and smart lock — but Apple isn’t making them — TechRadar
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