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The Internet of Things, or IoT, refers to smart, interconnected devices and technology that millions of people use from day to day – and, as it happens, not just at home.

Automating everyday tasks is a lot easier than you might expect, so let tech do the work while you put your feet up.

At the moment, our favorite pick — but by no means perfect — is the X-Sense Smart Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detector Combo, which gets you a pack of five interconnected alarms for around $200.

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 ...

These interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are an important safety feature in a home with multiple levels, although stand-alone detectors may be adequate for a small, single-level home.

Interconnected heat alarms are your best option, as they will set off other smoke and CO alarms in your house if there’s a fire in the garage, giving you more time to call 911 and get to safety.

Interconnected heat alarms are your best option, as they will set off other smoke and CO alarms in your house if there’s a fire in the garage, giving you more time to call 911 and get to safety.

A one-click silence button is also available to easily and quickly mute the low-battery alarm for 10 hours so you can sleep undisturbed even if the battery level is low. In case of an actual fire or ...

For homes with interconnected smoke alarms, the First Alert Interconnect 2-in-1 Smoke and CO Alarm is a hardwired option that syncs with other compatible alarms.