'The very best, most impactful, smart device to have' – experts say this 1 upgrade in your home will be potentially life-saving

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If there’s one home safety device that’s genuinely worth upgrading to a smart gadget, it’s your smoke detector. It offers a serious boost in safety – and a welcome break from the chaos of burnt-toast-induced alarms.

Smart smoke detectors send alerts directly to your phone, so you’re notified of danger even when you’re not at home. Some can even integrate with your wider smart home setup to trigger helpful actions such as adjusting your HVAC or alerting emergency services.