- This is a first-impression article by a Verge reporter who examined six new smart home devices Apple announced. The devices include a door lock, a video doorbell, cameras, and a thermostat, introduced as the Apple Home Collection developed together by LG Electronics and Schneider Electric.
- The door lock is 349 and supports Apple Home Key. The source says it uses ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to open the door without touching it. It can also be opened with a passcode or a physical key.
- The video doorbell is 249 and has two cameras. It records at up to 2.5K resolution. It was introduced as a way to check visitors and package deliveries. The indoor camera is 199, and the wired outdoor camera comes in two versions: 399 with a light and 299 without a light.
- The thermostat is 199 and supports the Matter standard, according to the source. Matter is a shared standard for connecting devices from different companies. The device can be controlled with HomeView, Apple's first smart display, or with an iPhone.
O: Comparing the lock and video doorbell prices you pay now with the 349 and 249 prices in this article is a useful reference for households weighing a replacement.
X: The prices and Matter support come from Apple, the company that announced them. Since this is a first-impression article, real-world performance and durability have not been verified. The home view wall mount is a separate cost, so you need to count the total cost.