Apple opens preorders for first Home Collection smart devices

Apple has announced release dates and opened preorders for the first devices in its Apple Home Collection, which were co-developed with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric. Initial items available for preorder include the LG Outdoor Cam, Indoor Cam, and Video Doorbell, with deliveries expected between December 11th and December 17th. Additional devices in the lineup, such as floodlight cameras, smart deadbolts, smart thermostats, and room sensors, do not yet have release dates or shipping estimates. The new accessories feature streamlined iPhone setup and use Thread connectivity to maintain network connections if internet access is lost.