Showing posts with label Latest Printers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Latest Printers. Show all posts

Monday, October 25, 2010

Canon's new Selphy compact photo printer can act voices instructions


Canon has introduced the US$150 Selphy ES40 Compact Photo Printer, which joins the ranks with last year's CP760 and 770 in the company's line of portable, compact photo printers.

These devices are designed to be the home version of the popular walk-up photo kiosk, with high-quality photos at the touch of a button. Like several others in the Selphy line, the ES40 boasts a large 3.5-inch LCD screen and the Easy-Scroll Wheel for quick navigation and basic photo and color editing.

As a testament to Canon's innovation, the ES40 even includes a voice guidance system that vocalizes step-by-step instructions to help you print and even lay graphics over your photos without the use of a manual.

Epson's portable photo printer with digital frame

In Japan, it's a tradition to send out postcards for New Year on January 1, and most families like to make their own to send out to friends and relatives. Epson Japan probably saw a potential in this market and introduced the Colorio Me E-800 postcard printer.

However, this portable gadget comes with a nice 7-inch LCD which doubles as a digital photo frame when it is not churning out greeting cards. Another interesting feature of the E-800 is that it is bundled a remote control as well as a wireless keyboard. This can be used for typing out customized messages on pictures. The inkbox has an onboard card reader which accepts commonly used media such as Memory Stick and SD/SDHC. Users can also transfer images to the E-800 from their mobile phones via the optional Bluetooth adapter.

The E-800 is currently available only in Japan and is retailing for about US$600. Epson Singapore told CNET Asia the company has intentions to bring a similar product soon to Asia, though it may not be able to create customized postcards like the E-800 and will probably print photographs only. Pricing-wise, consumers can expect it to be more affordable than the E-800. Check back soon for more updates.

Just in time for the holiday gift-buying rush, Epson on Tuesday announced a brand new PictureMate personal photo printer. We've reviewed plenty of Epson's 4 x 6-inch photo printers in the past, but its latest PictureMate Charm promises maximum versatility and print durability for just US$150.

The PictureMate Charm gives home photo enthusiasts a new way to produce lab-quality photos on the go at parties, special events, family vacations, and so on, thanks to the inclusion of a carrying handle and a dual-purpose lid that also happens to double as a paper input tray.

Creative types will be pleased to see a variety of color effects and layout options that turn photos into wallet-size proof sheets, stickers, and more. Featuring 5760 x 1440 dpi, the PictureMate Charm boasts the highest print resolution in its class with built-in auto photo correction and red-eye removal in tow. The Charm will also come with ink and 100 sheets of either glossy or matte-finish 4 x 6-inch photo paper.

HP introduced Plug & Print technology

HP lifted the curtain on three new laser jet printers for small businesses, the first batch of HP devices to include the company's new "Smart Install" feature that eliminates the need for a separate driver installation CD. The HP team showed me this technology in a briefing last month. It streamlines the installation process down to one simple step: Just plug a USB cable into the host computer and you're done--all the drivers you need to establish a connection are embedded within the printer's memory bank so there's no need for external media. Check out this video of the HP Smart Install in action.


In the mid-1990s, a Minneapolis-based company called Stratasys introduced the first 3D printer model, co-developed with IBM. Since then, 2D designers across the world rely on 3D printers to bring their CAD (computer aided design) mockups to life. As one of the earliest pioneers in the field, Stratasys has now teamed up with HP to manufacture the HP Designjet 3D printer series, the first relatively affordable 3D printer made by a major 2D printing company.


HP Designjet Color 3D Printer consumables (Credit: HP)
Designing a product on paper and turning it into a physical three-dimensional plastic model relies on a patented process Stratasys calls "Fused Deposition Modeling technology", which creates the product layer by layer using thin slabs of semi-molten plastic.

HP's Web-connected printers

Internet Week commenced Monday morning in New York City with a keynote speech from HP's Vyomesh Joshi about the next evolution of Web-connected printing. HP's solution takes advantage of cloud-based data transfers and lets users send documents and pictures from any email device to any one of HP's newest Web-connected "ePrinters."

HP first introduced the idea of Web-connected printing last year with its flagship all-in-one, the HP Photosmart Touchsmart Web. Now HP has plans to integrate its "print anywhere" plan across its OfficeJet, PhotoSmart, LaserJet, and OfficeJet divisions, and each printer will ship with an assigned email address that you can use to print directly from any smartphone or Web-connected system; you can even store your collaborative projects in the cloud for worldwide printing access.

At Internet Week 2010 last week, Hewlett-Packard announced a new line of Web-connected printers that enable users to access their data through the cloud and print Web content from any device using an assigned email address.

The service does away with printer drivers and even has a new scheduling feature that allows for timed delivery of content from news outlets like Yahoo and MSNBC, but there's a catch. Yahoo this week announced a pilot program with HP that will also provide users with localized, targeted ads to go along with the new printing interface.

Since the new printers need access to an Internet router to glean content, the associated IP addresses will be used by Yahoo's advertising network to gain valuable user information for delivering more relevant advertisements for frequent users. There's also talk of targeted ads based on user activity, which raises all sorts of new questions about online privacy.

In reference to early customer feedback on printer-based advertisements, ComputerWorld reported that Stephen Nigro, senior vice president of HP's Imaging and Printing Group, said: "Part of our belief is you're used to it. You're used to seeing things with ads."

All-In-One printer by Espson

Epson debuted its NX625 All-In-One printer on Wednesday. The multifunction printer features built-in 802.11n wireless connectivity, mobile printing by way of Epson's iPrint app, a 2.5-inch color LCD screen, and a memory card reader so you don't have to deal with the hassle of a USB cord to print snapshot photos. We'll have more details in the full review coming soon, but the NX625 is shipping now for US$150 in the US.

New Web-enabled printers of HP's ePrint-series

Following last week's Apple AirPrint announcement, today HP introduces three new printers featuring HP's ePrint technology that lets you print any document or picture from the Web using the unique email address assigned to it.

Each printer takes drastic leaps away from previous consumer models inside and out, but each has the capability to connect to the Web through one-touch print apps for maps, movies, tickets, coupons, coloring books, and so on--as we first saw on last year's HP Photosmart Premium TouchSmart Web.

Dell printers in Asia Latest

Dell is probably more well-known for PCs and laptops, but the US company has been making printers for seven years already. While the firm's initial plan was to concentrate marketing efforts on the US and selected developed Asia markets, it is now targeting to strengthen its presence in more parts of Asia Pacific.

Issac Levin, general manager for Dell's Software and Peripherals in Asia Pacific and Japan, said Asia is a strategic market important for the company's growth. He also mentioned that Asia is a key driving force for the global economy, which is why Dell is looking to target this region.

Latest Canon Printer

The Japanese company's latest range of Pixma printers hold claim to what its general manager Andrew Koh describes as "the most beautiful printers made by Canon". Clad in a glossy black chassis, the Pixma MG6170 and MG8170 are the firm's latest flagship All-In-One (AIO) offerings.

Other than stylish designs, the two inkboxes also feature an Intelligent Touch System which does away with physical keys. In place are touch-sensitive controls which just require a tap to activate. Additionally, only specific keys are lit when in certain functions, which aims to help minimize confusion when operating the printers.

Canon has also introduced two new functions for its inkboxes. There is the Flickr Integration Photo Print, which allows users to import their own pictures on photo-sharing site Flickr to be printed easily. The HD movie clip printing feature lets consumers open a high-definition movie file on their computer and select an individual frame from there to be printed as a photo. However, this function is only limited to video files generated from a Canon camera.

The MG6170 and MG8170 are joined by five other AIOs: The Pixma MG5270, MG5170, MP497, MP287 and iP4870. These five models have HD movie printing and Flickr-integrated printing, but no touch-operated control panel.

The MP497 is on sale now for S$299 (US$230.73) in Asia. The other six inkboxes will be in stores from end September, with pricing to be announced closer to launch.

HP Indigo Latest HD Printers

HP is demonstrating its new digital printing solutions at Ipex 2010, the major graphic arts tradeshow of the year. Highlights include the HP T200 Colour Inkjet Web Press (expected to be available in 2011), the HP Indigo 7500 Digital Press, the more affordable HP Indigo 3550 Digital Press, the HP Designjet Z5200 PostScript Printer (pictured), the HP Scitex large-format printers, and more. Ipex 2010, held in the N.E.C., Birmingham, opened today and runs until 25 May.

HP Photosmart (All-in-One printers)

HP has introduced its new e-All-in-one Web Connected printers for both in home and office use. The printer also allow user to get connected to their home network , access content and print them from anywhere without a PC. The Printer also gets a unique email address which will allow the sender to deliver the print same way they send a message.
At present HP has introduced 4 new printer in the series :
The HP Photosmart Premium e-All-in-One: It is the top end model which provide wireless access to the web. It can also be customized with various advanced print apps like Fandango and Coupons.com. It comes with 4.3-inch HP Touchsmart display with enhanced touch technology and can save upto 50% of paper by using automatic two-sided printing. The printer is expected to be available worldwide from September 2010 for $199.
The HP Photosmart Plus e-All-in-One: It produces lab quality photos, everyday documents and creative projects. It comes with 3.5-inch HP TouchSmart Screen and can quickly print web contents like coupons, recipes, quick forms, greeting cards, HP Games, crafts and news without a PC. It will be available worldwide in August 2010 for $149.
HP Photosmart e-All-in-One: It can Quickly print web content and comes with 2.4-inch HP touchscreen display. It create impressive photo print using the individual ink technology. It also allows user direct access to Snapfish. The printer will be made available in North America this month for $99.
HP Photosmart Premium Fax e-All-in-One: It makes it much easy to fax, scan and copy using the automatic document feeder. It can also print photos and web content easily through the touchscreen interface. It comes with both wired and wireless connection and will be available worldwide in september for $299.

Rollei offers the PDF-S 200 SE, the perfect device for those who would like to view their prints, as well as slides and negatives, on a computer. The scanner is equipped with a tray that can hold photos in the sizes 9x13, 10x15 and 13x18 and includes a 5-megapixel sensor. The scan resolution is 5184 x 3360 pixels (3600 dpi). As you would expect from Rollei, the PDF-S 200 SE (RRP 149.95 Euro) can digitalise photos, etc. in a matter of seconds and offers numerous connection and transfer options (TV, computer, SD/SDHC or MMC cards). It also comes with the photo editing software “Arcsoft Photoimpression 6”.
Rollei will be presenting its newest scanners for the first time at the IFA and Photokina 2010. The DF-S 190 SE and DF-S 120 SE will be available from the end of August 2010 via specialist retailers and the PDF-S200 SE will be available from the end of October.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

Xerox Phaser 6250 Color Printer


The Xerox Phaser 6250 printer uses technology only available through Xerox called solid ink printing. Solid ink printing makes it easier to use the printer and lowers the cost of making black or color prints for your business. The prints produced on this machine via the Xerox Phaser 6250 toner are high in quality like those of laser printers, but are much more cost effective. The printer is available in several configurations that affect the options and other features that are available.
The printer is designed to operate on normal household current. It will operate with most of the newer versions of Windows, beginning with Windows 98. Additionally, you will find drivers for use with Mac or Linux systems. Included are over 200 resident fonts. Connectivity and drivers will allow this printer to work with your system.
You will find that there are several options as to paper trays and storage. The standard paper tray will feed everything from envelopes to folio size paper. Papers of up to 80 pounds weight can be fed directly through the tray. Choosing the machine with a second tray increases the capacity by 500 sheets. The third or third and fourth tray respectively will add an additional 500 to 1,000 sheets respectively. According to the configuration chosen, the machine may store from 100 to 1,600 sheets of paper.
Prints from this device are produced at 26 ppm in color. You will have your first print ready to use in less than 12 seconds. The machine features an energy saving mode, but can be ready to print again in only seconds when needed.
Prints from the Phaser are produced at 2,400 dpi. It maintains the rapid 26 ppm rate even in its best photo mode. The color remains true through the entire run of prints. Additionally, prints may be made in the draft mode.
The 700 MHz processor that is included is powerful enough to meet the printing needs of most businesses without an external server. RAM may be upgraded in all machines to the 512 that is standard in the higher end configuration. With the least expensive option, as sold, there is only 128 MB of RAM included.
This Xerox printer can produce on several paper weights and they can be fed directly from the paper trays. Additionally, you will be able to print labels, as well as transparencies. Envelopes may be fed through the standard tray for direct printing. Nearly all media needs can be met with this machine.
Toner cartridges are available in high yield or standard. The high yield cartridges produce 8,000 prints, while the standard produces 4,000 prints. The machine uses four cartridges: black, cyan, magenta and yellow. These colors are mixed to produce realistic prints. If you find one of the color cartridges is empty, the machine can continue to print in a black only mode. This means you are less likely to be without a printer while waiting for replacement toner.
The Xerox Phaser 6250 printer uses solid ink technology to produce a dependable business printer. The technology used lowers the cost of prints. This machine can produce many prints at both a rapid pace and low cost monthly.
Finding Xerox Phaser 6250 toner at a great price is easy to do when you explore online options.  Many retailers offer Xerox toner, along with other types and brands of toner, at prices that many local sellers just can’t compete with.

HP Laserjet 1000 laserjet printer

The HP Laserjet 1000 is the smallest and cheapest of the Laserjet range from HP costing around $160. The Laserjet 1000 is an attempt by HP to enter the cheap, bottom end of the laser printer markets - home or (very) small office and its limitations as a laser printer are due to concessions by HP to keep that price as low as possible.
HP Laserjet 1000 laser printer

Entry level HP laserjet laser printer
On the plus side the Laserjet 1000 is very easy to install (just plug it in, switch it on and put the CD in the drive), but is limited to USB for connectivity (sorry no parallel port option) and is therefor not compatible with the Apple Mac. It is a small printer but with an input tray storage of 250 sheets can contain all the paper you need for substantial print runs; although the out put tray will only hold half of that. Hewlett Packard claims 10 pages per minute (and our own tests falling short of that) you will be waiting some time - so if you are needing lots of copies quickly - you are advised to look somewhere else.

Latest Kyocera Multifunction Printer Mita FS-3140MFP

The automatic document feeder (ADF) on top of the flatbed scanner can take up to 50 sheets of documents double-sided and fully, quickly scan both sides of a document upon request.
Kyocera Mita FS-3140MFP
The control panel runs the entire width of the machine, but is always busy with buttons. mode buttons and the three illuminated for a copy, send faxes and there are 22 keys fax with one click, a keypad, a circular disc navigation controls menu and large buttons for color to Stop and Start functions.
In addition, there are four light blue buttons at the right end of the control panel, which can be programmed functions to expand the range of use of the machine. The first of these is set by default to copy ID cards – both sides of an A4 sheet.
Kyocera Mita printing technology has its office just personal laser printers all the way to complete the department, multifunction printing stations. The FS-3140MFP is sitting closer to the top and bottom, as a workgroup device designed to print, copy, scan and fax mode sided or double sided. It has a high speed rating and performance mono laser printing engine life Kyocera ceramic drum, reducing printing costs down to the price of replacement toner.
The fully bitmapped, backlit LCD display is large enough to show three or four lines of menu items at a time and is also used to display icons and other graphics when needed.
Under the control panel to the right of the output paper tray is a USB jack, which can take the USB key, but not PictBridge cameras. A USB stick can be used to receive images or scanned from print. The FS-3140MFP can print PDF files directly from USB, but curiously not common graphics files like JPEG and TIF. At the back are USB and Ethernet jacks, and connections of the fax line and a combined third option.
As expected, this is a printer back, which is almost usable on a desktop, but it would be more convenient mounted on one printed in today’s society. This is certainly true if you intend to add a maximum of three, 500-sheet extra paper, which can convert this machine into a small multifunction Department. As it is, it has a 500-sheet main tray and a tray 100-sheet above, which folds from the front panel.

Canon Laser Shot LBP-1120 laser printer

The Canon Laser Shot LBP-1120 is small and cheap. It is not a particularly fast laser printer but print quality is acceptable and with a low initial cost and moderate running costs this makes an ideal laser printer for home or small office use.
Canon Laser Shot LBP-1120 laser printer

Nice little low volume, low cost laser printer
The Canon Laser Shot LBP-1120 is an impressive little printer. Combining good looks and compact design the sleek rounded chassis would make a good addition to any home office.

Canon Laser Shot LBP-1120, good things, small packages?

The print quality from the 600 by 600 dpi print engine is perfectly acceptable for plain text but graphic/image quality is not the best in it's class. What is good about the printer is the extremely low amount of noise coming from it as it does it's work. A lot of manufacturers have a lot to learn about building printers that don't make your cringe when you start them up.
Paper capacity is small as you'd expect from a printer this size. Only 125 input sheets and a tiny 50 output sheets.
At this price there's obviously no ethernet port and the printer is USB only. Another important consideration for some is that this printer is also PC only as there is no native Mac support.

Epson EPL-6100 Latest Printer

The Epson EPL-6100 is an easy to use and maintain laser printer. With a generous 250 sheet standard input tray, Mac support and both USB, parallel connectors the Epson is only let down by average running costs and reasonably high initial purchase cost.
Epson EPL-6100

 
Solid design for moderate printing volumes
While not the most amazing printer I've ever reviewed the Epson EPL-6100 does have a few things going for it.


At least with the Epson EPL-6100 you won't be buying another generic beige box. The design looks good and works very well. Changing the toner is a breeze and removing paper jams is also easy. I rate the design very highly with the front loading paper cartridge also being fast and simple to install.
The other major bonus is the 250 sheet input tray which comes as standard. Most other printers in this price range require some kind of upgrade to get 250 sheets. The output is only 100 which is standard in this printer class.
At this price there's obviously no ethernet port but there is both USB and parallel connectors. Another important fact consideration is that there are Windows drivers back to 95 as well as Mac OS8.1 and above.

Designjet 3D Printers by HP

HP Designjet 3D Printers
HP launches in Europe market its Designjet 3D printers, including the CQ656A and the Color 3D CQ655A models. These 3D printers are designed to make 3D models to fit, form and functional testing, using ABS platic.
These Designjet printers require water inlet and outlet for HP Designket 3D removal system. They have Ethernet LAN connectivity. The price is GBP 11,050 for CQ656A  and GBP 14,260 for CQ655A.

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