FCC ID BCGA3218
Smart Speaker with Display
by Apple Inc.
Grantee Code: BCG Product Code: A3218
Latest application date: 2026-10-13
FCC ID Device Details
Operating Frequencies
| Frequency Range | Application Purpose | Final Action Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2402-2480 MHz | Original Equipment | 2026-10-13 |
| 6535-6875 MHz | Original Equipment | 2026-10-13 |
| 5745-5825 MHz | Original Equipment | 2026-10-13 |
| 2412-2472 MHz | Original Equipment | 2026-10-13 |
| 6115-7115 MHz | Original Equipment | 2026-10-13 |
Exhibits
| Document | Type | Available | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCC ID Label and Location | ID Label/Location Info | 2026-10-13 | PDF 207.6 KB |
| 802.15.4 Test Report | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 3.6 MB |
| Antenna Gain Report | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 689.1 KB |
| Bluetooth LE Test Report | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.2 MB |
| Bluetooth Test Report | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.3 MB |
| DFS Test Report | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 1.1 MB |
| MPE Test Report | RF Exposure Info | 2026-10-13 | PDF 496.9 KB |
| UNII 5GHz OFDM Test Report 1 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4.6 MB |
| UNII 5GHz OFDM Test Report 2 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4.6 MB |
| UNII 5GHz OFDM Test Report 3 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4.3 MB |
| UNII 5GHz OFDMA Test Report 1 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.2 MB |
| UNII 5GHz OFDMA Test Report 2 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.3 MB |
| UNII 5GHz OFDMA Test Report 3 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.2 MB |
| UNII 5GHz OFDMA Test Report 4 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.3 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDM Test Report 1 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4.8 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDM Test Report 1 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.1 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDM Test Report 2 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.2 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDM Test Report 2 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.3 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDM Test Report 3 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4.3 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDM Test Report 3 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.3 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDM Test Report 4 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.3 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDM Test Report 5 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4.1 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 1 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.5 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 1 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.4 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 2 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.7 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 2 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.8 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 3 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.8 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 3 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.8 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 4 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.7 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 4 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.5 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 5 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.4 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 5 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.8 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 6 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.6 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 7 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.8 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 8 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.6 MB |
| UNII 6E OFDMA Test Report 9 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 2.4 MB |
| WLAN OFDM Test Report 1 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.6 MB |
| WLAN OFDM Test Report 2 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.8 MB |
| WLAN OFDM Test Report 3 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 5.5 MB |
| WLAN OFDM Test Report 4 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4 MB |
| WLAN OFDMA Test Report 1 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4.5 MB |
| WLAN OFDMA Test Report 2 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4.8 MB |
| WLAN OFDMA Test Report 3 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 4.7 MB |
| WLAN OFDMA Test Report 4 | Test Report | 2026-10-13 | PDF 3.7 MB |
| Authorization Letter | Attestation Statements | 2026-10-13 | PDF 79.5 KB |
| FCC 2.911[d][5]_Covered List Attestation | Attestation Statements | 2026-10-13 | PDF 66.5 KB |
| FCC 2.911[d][7]_US Agent for Service_Attestation | Attestation Statements | 2026-10-13 | PDF 117.8 KB |
| VLP Attestation Letter | Attestation Statements | 2026-10-13 | PDF 119.7 KB |
| WiFi 6E Attestation Letter | Attestation Statements | 2026-10-13 | PDF 134.3 KB |
| Confidentiality Request Letter | Cover Letter(s) | 2026-10-13 | PDF 143 KB |
| User Guide Metadata only | Users Manual | 2027-04-11 | PDF 2.6 MB |
| Internal Photographs Metadata only | Internal Photos | 2027-04-11 | PDF 1.4 MB |
| External Photographs Metadata only | External Photos | 2027-04-11 | PDF 753.3 KB |
| Test Set-up Photographs Metadata only | Test Setup Photos | 2027-04-11 | PDF 700.3 KB |
| RF Block Diagram Metadata only | Block Diagram | PDF 601.6 KB | |
| System Block Diagram Metadata only | Block Diagram | PDF 1,020.6 KB | |
| Schematics Metadata only | Schematics | PDF 2.1 MB | |
| Antenna Gain Metadata only | Operational Description | PDF 88.8 KB | |
| Antenna Gain Plots Metadata only | Operational Description | PDF 1.8 MB | |
| Antenna Location Metadata only | Operational Description | PDF 207.8 KB | |
| Software Security Description Metadata only | Operational Description | PDF 84.4 KB | |
| Technical Description Metadata only | Operational Description | PDF 2.2 MB | |
| Technical Description 1 Metadata only | Operational Description | PDF 2.2 MB | |
| Technical Description 2 Metadata only | Operational Description | PDF 36.3 KB | |
| Parts List_BOM Metadata only | Parts List/Tune Up Info | PDF 132.4 KB |
Application Information
| Application ID | xQBbrkyM+l+A7ZJHXZIe4Q== |
|---|---|
| Final Action Date | 2026-10-13 |
| Application Purpose | Original Equipment |
| Applicant FRN | 0005899216 |
| Model | A3218 |
| Frequency Range | 2402-2480 MHz |
| Equipment Class | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter |
| Device Description | Smart Speaker with Display |
| Responsible Party | Abhishek Rala, arala@apple.com  , 408-996-1010 |
| Technical Contact | Abhishek Rala, Apple Inc, arala@apple.com , 650-703-8831 |
| Non-Technical Contact | Abhishek Rala, Apple Inc, arala@apple.com , 650-703-8831 |
| Test Firm | Nima Molaei, Element Materials Technology San Jose, CA, nima.molaei@element.com  , 410-290-6652 |
| TCB Email | tcb@element.com |
| TCB Scope | A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques |
| Short-Term Confidentiality | Yes |
| Long-Term Confidentiality | Yes |
| Modular Equipment | Does not apply |
| Composite Device | Yes |
| Cognitive Radio | No |
| Authorization Waiver | No |
| Authorization Waiver Approved | No |
| Section 5301 Certification | Yes |
| Related OET Knowledge DataBase Inquiry | Yes |
Applications
| Application ID | Date | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| xQBbrkyM+l+A7ZJHXZIe4Q== | 2026-10-13 | Original Equipment |
| s5wZQZXmWqIfULVurKgJxw== | 2026-10-13 | Original Equipment |
| kAZv8skgjjMlcHtyPQWUcw== | 2026-10-13 | Original Equipment |
| Ti3EUh+aKi3mCTOynJDX+A== | 2026-10-13 | Original Equipment |
| T/MWgb8m3JwYGibJk7DdXQ== | 2026-10-13 | Original Equipment |
Equipment Authorization
| Frequency | Output | Rules | Grant Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2402-2480 MHz | 0.034 | 15C | CC |
| 2412-2472 MHz | 0.619 | 15C | CC MO |
| 2402-2480 MHz | 0.033 | 15C | CC |
| 2405-2475 MHz | 0.063 | 15C | CC |
| 6115-7115 MHz | 0.017 | 15E | CC EP MO |
| 5935-7115 MHz | 0.042 | 15E | CC EP MO |
| 5935-6415 MHz | 0.182 | 15E | CC EP MO |
| 6535-6875 MHz | 0.083 | 15E | CC EP MO |
| 5180-5240 MHz | 0.122 | 15E | CC MO |
| 5260-5320 MHz | 0.14 | 15E | CC MO |
| 5500-5720 MHz | 0.138 | 15E | CC MO |
| 5745-5825 MHz | 0.139 | 15E | CC MO |
Grants
TCB Grant - Application xQBbrkyM+l+A7ZJHXZIe4Q==
| TCB | GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
TCB |
| Certification | ||
| Issued Under the Authority of the | ||
| Federal Communications Commission | ||
| By: |
|
Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC (formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 |
Date of Grant: 10/13/2026 Application Dated: 09/25/2026 |
| Apple Inc. |
| One Apple Park Way |
| Cupertino, CA 95014 |
| Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager |
| NOT TRANSFERABLE |
| EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION is hereby issued to the named GRANTEE, and is VALID ONLY for the equipment identified hereon for use under the Commission's Rules and Regulations listed below. |
| FCC IDENTIFIER: | BCGA3218 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter |
| Notes: | Smart Speaker with Display |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC | 15C | 2402.0 - 2480.0 | 0.034 |
| Output power listed is Peak conducted. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
TCB Grant - Application Ti3EUh+aKi3mCTOynJDX+A==
| TCB | GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
TCB |
| Certification | ||
| Issued Under the Authority of the | ||
| Federal Communications Commission | ||
| By: |
|
Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC (formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 |
Date of Grant: 10/13/2026 Application Dated: 09/25/2026 |
| Apple Inc. |
| One Apple Park Way |
| Cupertino, CA 95014 |
| Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager |
| NOT TRANSFERABLE |
| EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION is hereby issued to the named GRANTEE, and is VALID ONLY for the equipment identified hereon for use under the Commission's Rules and Regulations listed below. |
| FCC IDENTIFIER: | BCGA3218 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Digital Transmission System |
| Notes: | Smart Speaker with Display |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC MO | 15C | 2412.0 - 2472.0 | 0.619 | ||
| CC | 15C | 2402.0 - 2480.0 | 0.033 | ||
| CC | 15C | 2405.0 - 2475.0 | 0.063 |
| Output power listed is Peak conducted. Device supports 2 x 2 MIMO configuration, enabled for 802.11 operations as described in this filing. This device supports 20 MHz BW for 802.11 operation, 1 and 2 MHz BW for Bluetooth operation, and 2 MHz BW for 802.15.4 operation. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
TCB Grant - Application T/MWgb8m3JwYGibJk7DdXQ==
| TCB | GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
TCB |
| Certification | ||
| Issued Under the Authority of the | ||
| Federal Communications Commission | ||
| By: |
|
Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC (formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 |
Date of Grant: 10/13/2026 Application Dated: 09/25/2026 |
| Apple Inc. |
| One Apple Park Way |
| Cupertino, CA 95014 |
| Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager |
| NOT TRANSFERABLE |
| EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION is hereby issued to the named GRANTEE, and is VALID ONLY for the equipment identified hereon for use under the Commission's Rules and Regulations listed below. |
| FCC IDENTIFIER: | BCGA3218 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | 15E 6 GHZ Very Low Power Device |
| Notes: | Smart Speaker with Display |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC EP MO | 15E | 6115.0 - 7115.0 | 0.017 |
| Output power listed is EIRP. Device supports 2 x 2 MIMO configuration, enabled for 6 GHz band operations as described in this filing. This device supports 20, 40, 80 and 160 MHz BW for 802.11 operation. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| EP: | Output power is Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
TCB Grant - Application s5wZQZXmWqIfULVurKgJxw==
| TCB | GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
TCB |
| Certification | ||
| Issued Under the Authority of the | ||
| Federal Communications Commission | ||
| By: |
|
Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC (formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 |
Date of Grant: 10/13/2026 Application Dated: 09/25/2026 |
| Apple Inc. |
| One Apple Park Way |
| Cupertino, CA 95014 |
| Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager |
| NOT TRANSFERABLE |
| EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION is hereby issued to the named GRANTEE, and is VALID ONLY for the equipment identified hereon for use under the Commission's Rules and Regulations listed below. |
| FCC IDENTIFIER: | BCGA3218 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | 15E 6 GHz Low Power Dual Client |
| Notes: | Smart Speaker with Display |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC EP MO | 15E | 5935.0 - 7115.0 | 0.042 | ||
| CC EP MO | 15E | 5935.0 - 6415.0 | 0.182 | ||
| CC EP MO | 15E | 6535.0 - 6875.0 | 0.083 |
| Output power listed is EIRP. Device supports 2 x 2 MIMO configuration, enabled for 6 GHz band operations as described in this filing. Device can connect to both low power indoor and standard power access points. This device supports 20, 40, 80 and 160 MHz BW modes. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| EP: | Output power is Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |
TCB Grant - Application kAZv8skgjjMlcHtyPQWUcw==
| TCB | GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION |
TCB |
| Certification | ||
| Issued Under the Authority of the | ||
| Federal Communications Commission | ||
| By: |
|
Element Materials Technology Washington DC LLC (formerly PCTEST) 7185 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 |
Date of Grant: 10/13/2026 Application Dated: 09/25/2026 |
| Apple Inc. |
| One Apple Park Way |
| Cupertino, CA 95014 |
| Attention: Abhishek Rala , Regulatory Compliance Manager |
| NOT TRANSFERABLE |
| EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION is hereby issued to the named GRANTEE, and is VALID ONLY for the equipment identified hereon for use under the Commission's Rules and Regulations listed below. |
| FCC IDENTIFIER: | BCGA3218 |
| Name of Grantee: | Apple Inc. |
| Equipment Class: | Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure TX |
| Notes: | Smart Speaker with Display |
| Grant Notes | FCC Rule Parts | Frequency Range (MHZ) | Output Watts | Frequency Tolerance | Emission Designator |
| CC MO | 15E | 5180.0 - 5240.0 | 0.122 | ||
| CC MO | 15E | 5260.0 - 5320.0 | 0.14 | ||
| CC MO | 15E | 5500.0 - 5720.0 | 0.138 | ||
| CC MO | 15E | 5745.0 - 5825.0 | 0.139 |
| Output power listed is conducted. Device supports 2 x 2 MIMO configuration, enabled for 5 GHz band operations as described in this filing. This device supports 20, 40, 80 and 160 MHz BW for 802.11 operations. |
| CC: | This device is certified pursuant to two different Part 15 rules sections. |
| MO: | This Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) device was evaluated for multiple transmitted signals as indicated in the filing. |