There have been several reports in recent months about Apple's efforts to expand its footprint into customers' homes. A wall-mounted smart home hub. according to A new report by BloombergThat strategy could include a smart doorbell.
This doorbell will use Apple's FaceID technology to scan people's faces as they approach the door. It will then connect wirelessly to the door lock and automatically unlock the home for the occupants.
The doorbell is reportedly still in the early stages of development and won't hit the market until the end of 2025 at the earliest. It works with external locks compatible with Apple's HomeKit; Or Apple could start with a separate key manufacturer.
Although a smart doorbell with FaceID allows Apple to compete with products like the Amazon Ring. Bloomberg notes that the brand could be exposed to new risks, especially if it gets blamed for home burglaries.