Friendship Lamps

Stay connected no matter the distance with Friendship Lamps® — original long distance touch lamps powered by Filimin. Touch your lamp and loved ones across the world light up instantly. Perfect for families, couples, grandparents, friends, military families, and long-distance relationships.

Friendship Lamps are Wi-Fi-enabled touch lamps that light up instantly when someone across the world touches their connected lamp. Born from founder John's desire to keep distant family connected, these lamps blend technology with warm, meaningful gesture-based communication.

What Friendship Lamps Are and Who They Suit

Friendship Lamps are internet-connected touch lamps designed for people in long-distance relationships—couples, military families, grandparents separated from grandchildren, and friends living far apart. When you touch your lamp, your loved one's lamp lights up instantly, no messages or calls required. The brand positions these as a way to communicate wordlessly and stay connected emotionally across any distance. They work through Wi-Fi and require setup via the Filimin app. Friendship Lamps suit anyone looking for a tangible, ambient way to maintain closeness with people who matter.

Product Range and Design Options

Friendship Lamps offers several design styles to match different home aesthetics. The Lumi Friendship Lamp ($140.00) features a soft glow Wi-Fi touch design for a minimalist approach. For those preferring retro aesthetics, the brand offers Mid-Century Design Friendship Lamps in multiple finishes—white and black ($237.00) or Kona and gold ($237.00)—with a compact footprint. There's also a Mini Square Mid-Century option in white and black ($199.00) for smaller spaces. The brand allows mixing and matching lamps across styles ($100.00 and up), so partners can choose designs that suit their individual taste while staying connected through the same app.

Pricing and Value Positioning

Friendship Lamps range from $29 to $712 depending on the model and bundle. Core individual lamps typically fall between $140 and $237. The brand positions itself as a premium product—these are not cheap novelty items, but rather investment pieces designed for meaningful connection over years. This price reflects the engineering, Wi-Fi connectivity, design quality, and the company's focus on producing thoughtful Internet of Things products. Accessories like USB-C cords ($10.00) are available separately. For those new to the brand, the mid-range Lumi model offers an entry point without premium pricing.

What to Know Before Ordering

Before purchasing, confirm that all locations where lamps will be used have stable Wi-Fi coverage, since these are cloud-connected devices. Friendship Lamps operate through the Filimin app, so both parties need smartphones or devices capable of running it. The lamps come in different color and finish options, so choose designs that will fit your space and aesthetic—product images on the site show the specific finishes and sizes. Warranty and support options are available through the brand's product listings. Check the brand's return and shipping policies on their site before checkout, as these vary and are important for long-distance gift purchases.

The Story Behind the Brand

Friendship Lamps was founded by John, an engineer, new media artist, and professional musician who created the concept to stay connected with family spread across the US and Canada. He hand-delivered the first prototypes to family on Christmas 2014—the same day he proposed to Vanessa. Together, they built the initial lamps in their basement and received encouraging feedback. John's vision evolved into a commercial product, now managed through Technology for Humankind, LLC (DBA Filimin). Vanessa, a psychotherapist, brings a human-centered perspective to the company's mission of creating Internet of Things products that prioritize emotional connection and beauty.

What stands out

• Instant, wordless communication across any distance via Wi-Fi
• Multiple design styles from minimalist to mid-century retro aesthetics
• Meaningful alternative to constant messaging for long-distance relationships
• Founded on genuine personal connection story, not profit-first motives

Worth knowing

• Mid-range lamps cost $140–$237, a significant investment compared to decorative lights
• Requires stable Wi-Fi and Filimin app setup on both ends to function
• Limited to two-person or small group connections rather than large networks

How do Friendship Lamps connect across distance?

They connect via Wi-Fi and the Filimin app. When you touch your lamp, it sends a signal through the internet to light up your loved one's connected lamp instantly. Both parties need Wi-Fi and the app installed on a smartphone or device.

Can I mix different lamp styles together?

Yes. Friendship Lamps offers mix-and-match options starting at $100.00, allowing you and your loved one to choose different designs while staying connected through the same app.

What is the price range for individual lamps?

Individual Friendship Lamps typically range from $140 to $237 depending on design and finish. The Lumi model starts at $140.00, while Mid-Century designs are priced at $237.00. Bundles and starter options are also available.

Who founded Friendship Lamps and why?

John, an engineer and artist, created Friendship Lamps to connect with family spread across the US and Canada. He and his wife Vanessa built the first prototypes in their basement in 2014 and now develop meaningful technology products through Filimin.

What do I need to set up a Friendship Lamp?

You need a stable Wi-Fi connection, a smartphone or device with the Filimin app, and someone else with a connected lamp. Both users set up their lamps through the app to enable instant touch-to-light communication.