Model: H110 Smart IR & IoT Hub

Firmware: 1.4.4 Build 251031 Rel.111523

App Version (Android): 3.16.185

App Version (iOS): 3.17.103

Hello @Solla-topee and @Wayne-TP,

I would like to report a major UX inconsistency between how TAPO handles scheduling for IR‑controlled devices (AC) versus Smart Plugs (P110/P100).

This is not a minor preference issue — it is a structural inconsistency that makes IR scheduling unnecessarily complex and confusing.

1. Smart Plug Scheduling — Simple, Clear, One Tap

Smart plugs have:

• A dedicated “Schedule” button on the main device screen
• A clean list of schedules
• Swipe‑to‑delete
• A simple “Add Schedule” screen (Time → On/Off → Repeat → Save)

This is intuitive and consistent with modern smart‑home UX.

2. IR Scheduling — Hidden, Deep, and Over‑Engineered

To create a simple ON/OFF timer for an IR AC, the user must:

1. Open the AC device
2. Open Device Settings
3. Open Smart Actions
4. Tap +
5. Choose Automation
6. Configure Effective Time
7. Add Trigger
8. Add Action
9. Tap Create (or lose everything)

This is the same workflow used for advanced multi‑device automations, not simple schedules.

3. Deleting an IR schedule is also inconsistent

• Smart plugs: swipe left → Delete
• IR devices: open the automation → scroll to bottom → Delete

Again, two completely different UX patterns for the same concept.

4. Why this matters

• It breaks TAPO’s otherwise consistent design language
• It makes IR scheduling feel hidden and overly technical
• It increases user error (especially forgetting to tap “Create”)
• It makes IR devices feel like a different ecosystem inside TAPO

IR scheduling should be as simple as smart plug scheduling.

5. Request

Please forward this to the UX/app development team.

IR devices need a dedicated “Schedule” button and a simplified scheduling interface, consistent with the one used for smart plugs.

This would greatly improve usability and reduce confusion for all users who rely on IR blasters for AC control.

Thank you for your attention.

Best regards,

John