The start of the new year is the perfect time to double check your home's smoke alarms to be sure they're properly installed ...

For years, owners of Google’s Nest Protect smoke detector have been asking when their devices would make the leap from the ...

The smoke and CO alarm is finally coming to the Home app, along with increased functionality for smart locks connected to ...

The Google Nest Protect slides in as ... the smoke detector should issue an alert. The best smart smoke detector should have the longest battery life possible, but backup capabilities are also ...

Unlike Alexa and Google Home, using this feature does ... However, you'll most likely have to replace the smoke detector's battery more than once over its lifespan. How often should you test ...

You can now manage your Nest Protect alarms in Google Home, get alerts, and even silence them with a tap. The Google Home app ...

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Users enrolled in the Google Home Public Preview program will get access to several new features, such as support for Nest ...

Are you a frequent user of the Google Home app? Two new features are rolling out now to upgrade your smart home in a couple ...