Gurman: Apple to launch smart doorbell with Face ID in 2025 | Infinium-tech

We’ve seen reports earlier this year suggesting Apple may be entering the smart home camera market and now Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman is shedding more light on Cupertino’s next big bet. Apple is reportedly set to launch its first smart doorbell with Face ID support in late 2025.

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According to the new report, the smart doorbell will automatically unlock doors using Face ID scan. Apple has developed its own wireless networking chip, called Proxima, which will ensure that all Face ID-related images are processed locally on the device. The new device will also back up its data to iCloud, which could be a great way for Apple to increase subscription revenue.

It remains to be seen whether Apple will also offer a smart-lock system with its cameras or whether it will partner with third-party smart home lock manufacturers to have products that are compatible with HomeKit. Hopefully Apple will opt for this Thread Smart Home Standard. Gurman mentioned that the Apple Smart Doorbell Camera is still in its early development stages.

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Apple’s smart doorbell camera will be connected to a smart home hub similar to Google’s Nest Hub and Amazon’s Echo Hub devices. Apple is rumored to fit a 6-inch touchscreen on its Smart Hub device that will also boot a custom new operating system with Apple Intelligence integration, smart home control, and FaceTime support. Apple is also rumored to bring updated Apple TV and HomePod Mini devices next year.

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