Apple & LG Rumored to Partner in an Effort to Fill Your Smart Home

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Andrew O’Hara and Dan Turk break down Apple’s newly confirmed smart home event on October 13, then dig into the bigger story: Apple’s long-awaited push into smart home hardware. They also cover Ring’s new smart lock and why it got overshadowed almost immediately by Apple’s announcements. In this episode, Andrew and Dan focus on what Apple’s smart home strategy might look like, including new HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K, and smart display rumors, plus a new wave of LG and Schneider Electric accessories built for Apple Home. Key topics • Apple has confirmed a smart home focused event or hands-on experience in New York on October 13, with no livestream expected • The rumored Apple lineup includes a new HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K, and a smart home display • Dan and Andrew discuss why Apple choosing a smaller in-person experience feels more like a hobby than a major category launch • Ring introduced its first smart lock, featuring a kinetic emergency backup knob meant to address battery anxiety • The hosts question whether smart lock battery failure is a real user problem or more of a perceived fear for non-users • Ring’s new lock surprisingly does not appear to include Matter support,