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Apple and LG are developing new LG-branded smart home accessories, including a doorbell, lock, thermostat, and cameras, with rumored NFC “tap to control” HomeKit/Matter features

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Two reports describe Apple’s work with LG on upcoming smart home products—such as a doorbell, thermostat, deadbolt lock, and cameras—marketed under the LG brand. The coverage also alleges that these accessories would support an iPhone-based “tap to control” workflow using NFC proximity and the Matter protocol, alongside other HomeKit integration updates.

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Source coverage

Apple Taps LG to Build a Doorbell, Lock and Cameras for the Smart Home Trending Topics independent Apple and LG leak shows new ‘tap to control’ HomeKit features The Verge independent

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