GoKawiilApple Home Collection's video doorbell and smart cameras open for pre-order
Apple began taking orders for the first three products in its Apple Home Collection: a video doorbell and two smart home security cameras, developed with LG. The devices are built for direct setup in the Home app without third-party apps or accounts, and both are estimated to ship in mid-December.
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The launch suggests Apple is moving from software-only smart home control toward its own branded hardware ecosystem, potentially competing more directly with Ring, Nest and other camera makers. Apple has said nearly 10 Home Collection accessories are planned, including thermostats and a smart lock, which could broaden its footprint in connected homes if those products also ship as expected.
- First three Apple Home Collection products—a doorbell and two cameras—are now orderable.
- Devices are co-developed with LG and Schneider for native Home app integration.
- Delivery is estimated mid-December, with more accessories like thermostats and a smart lock possibly arriving in 2027.
Apple Home Collection Smart Video Doorbell — This is one of the very first Apple Home Collection accessories, built to pair seamlessly with the Home app and Apple's latest smart home platform with zero third-party setup hassle. If you're already in the Apple ecosystem, it's a natural way to add secure, well-integrated video monitoring right at your front door.
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