Beeping or chirping smoke detectors are beyond annoying. Usually, a chirp every 30 to 60 seconds just indicates a low battery. “If it has a 9-volt battery, it needs to be changed,” says ...

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Most smoke alarms will emit an intermittent beep when their battery is running low on power. U.S. Editor-in-Chief, Tom's Guide Michael A. Prospero is the U.S. Editor-in-Chief for Tom’s Guide.

Another benefit of the gadgets is that you'll be warned that your smoke alarm is running low on battery seven days before it starts beeping. But it's tech like this – a smart smoke alarm ...