Smart smoke detectors don't yet have the ability to directly call 911, but monitoring services like those for home security connected to the unit can contact help if you need it.

First Alert's new smoke detector will work with Google Home as Nest shuts down the Nest Protect detector line. First Alert On March 28, Google Nest announced two major changes to its Google Home ...

Q: About 10 years ago, I replaced the original wired smoke alarms in my home with wired dual sensors that use both photoelectric and ionization technology. Because I’ve read that in-home smoke ...

Battery powered smoke detectors have been an essential home safety accessory ever since they were first commercially popularized in the 1970s. But even though the blinking device is fastened to ...

Smoke detector codes are set by local jurisdictions, be that county or municipality. Often, these code requirements will vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

The most important update to the smoke alarm safety standards (known as the UL 217, 8th edition), which went into effect in 2024, means that new alarms are better at detecting both smoldering and ...

Syracuse residents without smoke and/or carbon monoxide detectors in their homes can visit the Fire Prevention Bureau’s website or call 315-448-4777 to see if they qualify for free detectors and ...

The Smoke Detector utilizes Zigbee protocol for efficient power usage, offering up to 10 years of battery life. Both devices can be managed through the Aqara Home app for configuration and monitoring.

At the end of his wits — and mitts — Adam Doppelt attends to a smoke detector in his Seattle home. False alarms from the devices are the chief complaint in online reviews.

2. Find the test/hush button on your smoke alarm. Climb up and take a close look at your smoke detector. You should see a manual button that's often labeled "Test" or "Hush" (or both).

This primer on how to install a smoke detector, hard-wired or battery-powered, should help you protect your household against the dangers of fire and smoke. News Today's news ...