From smart smoke detectors to speakers that can listen for alarms, I've rounded up the best fire defenses your home should have.

Ionization smoke alarms use a battery and two metal plates, called electrodes, to create an electrical circuit. Ions are tiny ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. You may not think about how well the smoke alarm in your ...

You should never ignore the importance of smoke detectors, but old models are being replaced by smart smoke detectors for more safety features and extra convenience ...

The only way to know your smoke alarm is functioning and ready (except for letting your turkey burn in the oven) is to test it. And tests don't just confirm that smoke detectors have power -- they can ...

The Kidde Ring Smart Smoke + CO Alarm uses an app and voice alerts to let you know if there’s a fire or high levels of carbon ...

Properly installed smoke detectors are often the first line of defense against a house fire, keeping the homeowner informed and ready to take action. However, it's important that the smoke detector ...

A quick-acting fire alarm system and fast response by local firefighters prevented major damage to a home in the Willowdale section of ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Most smart home devices nowadays are purchased for ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

The new device allows customers' current smoke and CO detectors with SimpliSafe's connected system by working with existing ...

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