Having a reliable and efficient smoke detector in your home can be a lifesaver. Here are our top five recommendations.

Optical smoke alarm uses MOC 7811 which is an optocoupler.The sensor designed for this device is based on the principle of scattering of infrared rays.The light coming from the light source passes ...

A couple of years ago, a curious, then-16-year-old hacker named Reynaldo Vasquez-Garcia was on his laptop at his Portland-area high school, seeing what computer systems he could connect to via the ...

Smoke detectors are one of the most important electronic devices you have in your home. Ensuring they’re in good working condition starts with using the best batteries for your devices and keeping ...

This image provided by the Office of the State Fire Marshal shows a house fire in Waldorf, Md., Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025. (Office of the State Fire Marshal via AP) A smoke alarm inside the Waldorf home ...

Maryland investigators are still looking into the cause of a raging fire at a home in Charles County that killed six people , including four children.

The town of Colonie fire departments and the American Red Cross will host a free smoke detector giveaway and installation program.

The best smoke alarms will detect danger and sound the alarm quickly every time. We reveal what you need to consider for fire safety, and which smoke and heat detectors are most suitable for your home ...

In an advance at the intersection of neuromorphic engineering and photonics, researchers have developed an ionic-electronic photodetector that not only detects light but also performs in-sensor ...

(ST. JOSEPH, Mo.) Smoke detectors are often viewed as a common household item that most people can purchase from the store; however, some families may struggle to afford them. The St. Joseph Fire ...

Looking for an alarm system to make you feel more secure? We've tested all the best professional and DIY home security systems to help you decide which is right to protect your family and property.

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