Tapo Smart Cameras
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Tapo Smart Cameras
Possibly same problem with all Tapo C5xxWS series. I ask community to verify. Problem description: 1. Connect C530WS with ethernet cable to home router. 2. Find camera IP address on LAN. 3. Start Live
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Hello I have a D225 doorbell and when I view the live video feed I can not hear any audio. When I check recordings you can hear the audio fine so it is recording audio. It didn't always use to be like
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pf3net
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I grabbed a pair of these to compare to the brand I already am over saturated with. Easy install, although the Power Plug doesn't seem too water proof. But could be in a manner I can't see. As a whole
Motion Detection / Activity ZonesSmart Actions and AutomationsFeature RequestLive View
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C100 indoor camera is getting reflective light off glass and we can't see anything please assist
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Cfmtapo
· Latest post 2026-04-28 07:52:23
by Hilbert-TP
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My cameras detect and record the appropriate detections as long as I am not watching them live through the app. I do not understand why I would have to manually press record to get a saved video. Why
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PessikaJarry
· Latest post 2026-04-24 06:09:32
by Hilbert-TP
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C530WS live view connection freezes after 2-3 seconds when viewing remotely on iPhone iOS 26.3 and 26.4. I've had the camera for about a year and it's been perfectly stable until 2 weeks ago. Now ever
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dbsears
· Latest post 2026-04-16 02:05:31
by Hilbert-TP
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I have 8 of these cameras, all purchased and set up about 1.5-2 months ago. I have them all recording to sd, and also using my synology nas / surveillance station to record/stream them via RTSP (tcp).
ONVIF / RTSPLive Viewfirmware
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kprojects
· Latest post 2026-03-19 03:31:15
by Solla-topee
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I am just curious to ask if tapo developers or technical groups are watching us using their devices. I am concern about our security. Please if anyone knows the right answer please respond. We often u
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Ive tried everything and looked everywhere to change the notifications/alerts to 12hr instead of 24hr time. My time stamp reads correctly but on alerts and notifications it says 14:46 instead of 2:46p
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Slim-Shady
· Latest post 2026-03-07 21:40:25
by craigify
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I have a Tapo C645D camera, and am using iOS Tapo app... I would like to just leave it capturing all the time, while I am sitting by the tablet and viewing the app. When I close the app, it can go to
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Derell_Licht
· Latest post 2026-02-24 17:56:55
by Carl
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Edit 1/1/2026 - In my experience, the below issue has been resolved as of this firmware: Tapo C225(US)_V2.6_1.2.2 Build 251121 Published Date: 2025-12-23 Modifications and Bug Fixes: 1. Added support
Apple Home (HomeKit)Live Viewbug
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linkuser8282
· Latest post 2026-01-01 17:50:17
by linkuser8282
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I can't get my cam
Motion Detection / Activity ZonesLive ViewNight VisionGoogle Assistant
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TeraXavier12
· Latest post 2025-12-31 08:38:31
by Solla-topee
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