Use case
A smart media frame without buying hardware
LumiFrame is digital photo frame software for iPhone, iPad, and Android. Use a compatible phone or tablet as the display, keep it current with shared albums, and control playback remotely. TV casting is available on Premium and Elite.
Software-first vs. dedicated frames
Dedicated frames include purpose-built hardware. LumiFrame lets individuals, friends, creators, event organizers, and community groups collect, share, and display photos on devices they already own. It is an alternative to buying a dedicated frame, rather than replacement software for an Aura, Nixplay, or Skylight device.
What you can use
- A capable spare phone or tablet on a stand as a dedicated display
- Your everyday iPhone, iPad, or Android device for a temporary slideshow
- A living-room TV via Chromecast or AirPlay (Premium+)
What “smart” adds beyond a slideshow
Because LumiFrame is software, one account can do more than display memories: weekly memory recaps surface moments worth revisiting, an activity feed shows who added or reacted to what, and you can monitor every display’s status from a single app instead of walking up to each frame in turn.
Device expectations
LumiFrame supports iOS 15.5+ and Android 7+, but slideshows with video, transitions, and always-on playback work best on a recent phone or tablet with solid performance and a reliable Wi-Fi connection. For a dedicated display, choose a device you would comfortably use for everyday apps, not one you have retired because it struggles with modern software.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to buy a dedicated frame like Aura, Nixplay, or Skylight?
No. LumiFrame is digital photo frame software for supported iPhones, iPads, and Android phones and tablets. The device itself becomes the display. You can also cast to supported TVs on Premium and Elite; you do not install LumiFrame directly on the TV.
What devices can I use as a LumiFrame display?
A compatible phone or tablet on iOS 15.5+ and Android 7+ can run as a display. Older devices should be tested for smooth playback first. You can also cast from your everyday phone to a living-room TV over Chromecast, Google TV, or AirPlay on Premium and Elite.
Can I cast to my TV instead of dedicating a tablet?
Yes. On Premium and Elite, LumiFrame casts to Chromecast, Google TV, and Apple TV via AirPlay. That means you can turn a living-room TV into a frame in the evening without owning a second screen at all.
How is this different from a photo-editing app that adds a frame border?
Photo-frame border apps decorate a single exported image. LumiFrame is a live, remotely-managed slideshow of photos and video: it keeps a real display current with albums that update automatically, lets you control playback from another device, and supports multiple contributors, closer to a dedicated hardware frame’s app than to a one-off photo editor.
What if I don't have a spare device to dedicate as a frame?
Your everyday phone can be the frame. Sign in, start a slideshow, and it plays right there. You can move your frame to another screen later, or repurpose an old tablet, see our guide on turning a spare iPad or Android tablet into a media frame.
Get started
- Install LumiFrame on the phone or tablet you want to use and sign in.
- Create an album, tap play, and make that device your frame.
- Invite people who contribute or cast to your TV when you are together.
Got a spare tablet? See how to turn a spare iPad into a media frame, compare LumiFrame vs Aura, Nixplay, Skylight & Frameo, or read the onboarding guide.
Turn a screen you own into a frame
Start free on a compatible phone or tablet. Premium and Elite add video slideshows and TV casting.