What is the best smoke detector? Kidde's latest smoke detectors combine common-sense and extra-smart features. I simulated house fire smoke to ensure I picked only the most reliable option.

A smart smoke detector can warn you of fire in its early stages, giving you enough time to get to safety. We review five top picks to buy.

An indoor fire detection system might have optical sensors that look for smoke, thermal sensors that detect rising temperatures, and sensors for CO and CO 2 gas.

Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI) announced the development of an AI sensor for unwanted alarm prevention that distinguishes between smoke caused by a fire and non-fire ...

Most household smoke detectors employ either an ionization or photoelectric (optical) sensor to detect a fire. Each uses a different method to sense the presence of smoke. Photoelectric smoke ...

The upcoming rule from the State Fire Marshal requiring dual sensor smoke detectors affects new homes, dormitories, and multi-unit residential buildings.