Apple Home Collection Adds UWB Lock, Doorbell and Cameras
Apple’s new Home Collection arrives in December with a $349.95 UWB lock, $249.95 doorbell, thermostat, sensors and security cameras controlled by HomeView.
Summary
Apple unveiled the Apple Home Collection on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, adding a smart deadbolt, wired video doorbell, thermostat, temperature sensor, indoor and outdoor security cameras, and a floodlight camera. The devices arrive in December, connect through the new HomeView hub, and control connected accessories through Apple software. LG Electronics and Schneider Electric helped develop the range, departing from Apple’s previous preference to build and support smart home accessories itself. The lineup strengthens Apple’s challenge to Amazon Ring and Google Nest.
The $349.95 lock uses ultra-wideband, or UWB, for more precise proximity detection than Bluetooth and could automatically admit approaching authorized users. The $249.95 doorbell provides visitor monitoring and approach notifications on iPhone and iPad, with chimes through HomeView, HomePod and HomePod mini. The room sensor identifies temperature differences, while the $399.95 floodlight camera combines exterior lighting and video monitoring. Apple’s cameras support live viewing, motion detection, intelligent alerts and video storage. Prices and detailed specifications for the thermostat, temperature sensor, and most cameras remain limited.
Positives
- $349.95 smart lock uses UWB for more precise proximity detection than Bluetooth and could unlock automatically for authorized users.
- $249.95 video doorbell sends approach notifications to iPhone and iPad while sounding chimes through HomeView, HomePod and HomePod mini.
- $399.95 floodlight camera combines exterior lighting with video monitoring.
- Indoor and outdoor cameras support live viewing, motion detection, intelligent alerts and video storage.
- LG Electronics and Schneider Electric bring established hardware expertise to Apple’s expanded smart home range.
Risks & concerns
- Amazon Ring and Google Nest are already established competitors in connected home security.
- $249.95 video doorbell uses a wired design, requiring a suitable installation.
- Automatic UWB unlocking is described as a possibility rather than a confirmed capability.
- Prices and detailed specifications remain undisclosed for the thermostat, temperature sensor, and most indoor and outdoor cameras.