How to stream Tapo / Kasa Camera on Google device

Introduction

Tapo Cameras support integration with the Google Smart Home ecosystem. This guide will show you how to stream Tapo/Kasa cameras to the Google Home App and Google Devices (Chromecast/Google Hubs).

Requirements

• Download the Tapo app by visiting the Google Play Store, the App Store, or by scanning the QR code.

• Download the latest Google Home app from the Google Play Store or the App Store.
• Google Device with displayer: TV/media player with Chromecast/Google Home Hub/Google Nest.

Configuration

To get started, make sure your Tapo camera is set up and online. Here we take the Tapo camera as an example.

Step 1: Connect Your Tapo/Kasa Account with Google Account

Before streaming, you need to connect Tapo/Kasa account with Google Account. This FAQ about Works with Google can help you link the Tapo Account to Google Home.

Please follow the guide to set up the cameras’ name and place in Google Home. It can be used in the next step.

Note: We recommend giving your camera a unique name and avoiding random letters or symbols. This will help you precisely control the device during voice commands.

Step 2: Stream on Google Home App/Chromecast Device/Google Nest Hub

On the Google Home app, tap the camera card on the Home page to view the live stream.

On a Google Nest Hub or Chromecast-enabled display, use voice commands to start streaming: Hey Google, show me <Camera Name>.

If you have multiple Google Assistant devices, specify the display device by saying: Hey Google, show me <Camera Name> on my Chromecast/Google Nest Hub.

Q&A

Q1: Why can’t I watch the live streaming continuously on a Chromecast device/Google Hub?

Watching the live feed of Tapo/Kasa cameras through Google Assistant will use your internet traffic, as it’s a Cloud-to-Cloud service. In consideration of your extranet traffic and performance, the live feed will stop automatically after 10 minutes. However, you can ask Google to show the camera again if you want to continue streaming.

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