Apple and LG leak reveals seven co-developed smart home accessories

Apple and LG have co-developed seven smart home accessories that leaked on 7 October 2026 through images and regulatory filings, ahead of an official reveal expected the following week. The lineup includes a smart deadbolt lock, a thermostat, a temperature sensor, a wired video doorbell, an indoor camera, an outdoor camera, and a floodlight camera. Bloomberg first reported the partnership, citing regulatory documents, and leakers then published renders and specifications for the products.engadget.com

The accessories matter because they mark Apple's expansion of its Home ecosystem through a manufacturing partner rather than its own hardware. LG will sell all seven products under its own brand, not as Apple products, while Apple reportedly shaped their designs, features, and engineering. The arrangement lets Apple grow its home ecosystem quickly while LG handles production and support. The products are separate from Apple's own AI-powered home security camera and sensor, which remains distinct and is still expected in 2027.9to5mac.com

What the filings reveal

FCC records contain label-placement drawings, three-dimensional renderings, and technical reports that provide a first look at the products' housings. The smart thermostat, model TMCTAW5W, has a round, puck-like body with a raised edge and runs on a 24-volt AC power supply. It supports 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Thread, and a radio test report confirms a built-in 60 GHz radar that could enable presence or approach detection.macrumors.com

The temperature sensor, model TMST2A6W, is also round and runs on a 3-volt CR2477 coin battery. Its test report confirms Bluetooth Low Energy and Thread connectivity. The sensor measures both temperature and humidity, and its magnetic back attaches directly to metal surfaces, while an included adhesive metal plate mounts it elsewhere. The battery is replaceable, and the device provides alerts when replacement is needed.

The deadbolt lock comes in Graphite and Silver versions, model numbers TMCDD15G and TMCDD15S, running on four AA batteries. It supports Bluetooth, Thread, near-field communication, and ultra wideband (UWB), a short-range radio for precise positioning. An FCC order explains the mechanism: the lock first verifies a compatible device's access credentials over Bluetooth, then uses UWB to determine its position before granting access. This provides more detail about the proximity-based automatic unlocking described in Bloomberg's report.

How the lock grants access

Leaker pdfu published additional settings on 7 October 2026. The thermostat offers a Far Sight Display setting, humidity display, brightness and language controls, plus temperature calibration and offset options. The lock's keypad rotates open, with a swivel pin restricting movement on one side to avoid hitting a wall, and settings for the touchpad light ring, a Door Left Audio Alarm, and lock sound volume. The lock also supports tap to unlock, emergency power, and master codes, ships with two mechanical keys, and fits 2.375-inch (60.3 mm) and 2.75-inch (69.9 mm) brackets.

Leaker @ringo_tech separately published images and specifications for the four camera products on 7 October 2026. The wired video doorbell has a main camera and a second downward-facing camera, supporting 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi with WPA2/WPA3 security and a Thread antenna. The floodlight cam has separate left and right lights with infrared LEDs, a microphone, and a speaker. The outdoor cam uses O-rings and waterproof grease for sealing, while the indoor cam has a motor-and-gear mechanism for vertical tilt.

Apple is not identified anywhere in the FCC documents; its involvement is known only from Bloomberg's report. Labels in the filings also refer to Hyundai HT Global's factory in Vietnam, where the devices would be produced. Apple and LG have collaborated before, including on UltraFine 4K and 5K displays designed for Macs. LG also expanded its smart home business in 2024 by acquiring an 80% stake in Athom, the company behind the Homey smart home platform.

What launches next week

Apple is reportedly preparing an aggressive expansion into the smart home market, with a new home hub, Apple TV 4K, and HomePod mini expected on October 13. Its longer-term plans include a higher-end home hub with a display mounted on a robotic arm. Mark Gurman has suggested the LG accessories will not be ready to ship as early as Apple's new HomePod and Apple TV, though they may still be mentioned during the announcements.

The next dated event is 13 October 2026, when Apple's new home hub, Apple TV 4K, and HomePod mini are expected. The seven LG accessories are reported to launch under LG branding, with an official reveal expected the week of that date, though shipping timing for the accessories themselves remains uncertain.