On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, the discussion centers on Apple's "Welcome Home" experience and its rumored partnership with LG. Guest host Dan Turk, Vice President, Tech & Innovation at Max Borges Agency, joins the show. Working closely with several smart home companies, he brings unique insight into the industry.
The episode opens with news of Apple's late-week confirmation of a "Welcome Home" experience, with selected press in attendance in New York City. Starting on Tuesday, the experience will likely introduce a new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini, and a smart display. The hosts round up the rumors, though they promise far more details on the next episode.
Outside of Apple, Ring announced a new smart lock with an innovative backup power solution. The bulk of the episode, however, is a deep look at Apple's rumored partnership with LG, among others. Apple appears to be working with second-party companies to manufacture a series of accessories with unique abilities.
The hosts examine unearthed FCC filings, schematics, and manuals. Thanks to code sleuths, they also review animated videos and text strings that reveal even more about the planned products.
Source: AppleInsider · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing