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January 08, 2010

Dell 3330dn Laser Printer Offers Fast Black-and-White Printing

By Kara Hiltz

Printer News: Network-Ready Dell 3330dn Prints Up to 40 Pages Per Minute

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When you work in an office that prints primarily black-and-white documents, you need a printer with two attributes — sharp text and speedy output. The Dell 3330dn monochrome laser printer offers you a text-focused office workhorse. Fittingly, it ships in a black finish.

The Dell 3330dn can print black-and-white documents up to 40 pages per minute at a 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution, resulting in crisp text and graphics. Everything about the Dell 3330dn screams quantity. It can handle a workload of 80,000 pages per month, and holds a maximum of 850 sheets of paper with an additional optional paper tray. Duplex printing comes integrated, so you won't have to manually flip any pages.

This monochrome laser printer doesn't offer wireless printing, but it includes an Ethernet connection for networking. If your legal office, bank, or other document-driven business needs a printer that can handle a lot of documents fast, the Dell 3330dn is worth a look.

Summary

Monochrome laser printer best for an office that prints lots of text documents.
MSRP: $599

Manufacturer

Product Page
Dell 3330dn

Supplies

Toner
330-5207 (14,000 Page Use and Return Toner Cartridge), 330-5210 (7,000 Page Use and Return Toner Cartridge), 330-5209 (7,000 Page Toner Cartridge)

Specs that matter

Release Date:November 11, 2009
Notable Features:Fast, duplex printing, 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution, Ethernet network connection, automatic toner alerts, Web print configuration tool, LCD panel, instant warm-up, duty cycle of 80,000 pages per month, 850-sheet maximum input capacity (with one optional drawer)
Green Features:Energy Star, use and return toner cartridges, duplex printing saves paper, toner fuses at lower temperature, Dell Asset Recovery Services provides recycling
Pages Per Minute:40
Resolution:1200 x 1200
Paper Trays:2 (3 with optional tray)
Paper Capacity:300 (850 with optional tray)
Interface:Ethernet, USB 2.0
Compatibility:Windows, Mac, Linux
Dimensions:16.6 x 14.53 x 10.2 inches
Weight:31.15 pounds
Warranty:1 year

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Article Filed Under: Dell Laser Toner Printer News Printers
January 04, 2010

Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Inkjet Printer for Professionals

By Kara Hiltz

Printer News: Epson Stylus Pro 3880 Offers Two Black and Nine Color Inks for Professional Results

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Photographers and design professionals often find printing black-and-white photos a nightmare. Because most inkjet printers only offer one black ink, subtle grays get lost and unwanted tinting can ruin a black-and-white print.

But the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 offers two Black Ink modes — Matte and Photo — and can switch between them automatically as you work with different media. You'll also find an Advanced Black-and-White Photo mode with four preset menus: Neutral, Warm, Cool, and Sepia. Color wheels and slider controls give you even more options for optimizing your black and white prints.

With nine UltraChrome K3 color inks, the Epson Stylus Pro 3880 also handles professional color printing. In fact, a special Graphic Arts Edition of the printer features built-in Pantone technology and ICC color profiles.

The Epson Stylus Pro 3880 includes both Ethernet and USB 2 for connecting your Mac or PC. You can print on media as large as 17 x 22 inches.

Summary

Inkjet color printer best for design professionals specializing in black-and-white printing who need big results from a small printer
MSRP: $1,295 (Standard Edition), $1,495 (Graphic Arts Edition)

Manufacturer

Supplies

Specs that matter

Release Date:September 1, 2009
Notable Features:Borderless photo printing, two black ink modes (Matte and Photo) with automatic switching, printing on media up to 17 x 22 inches, three paper trays, small size (17 inches wide), 2.5-inch LCD control panel, automatic print head alignment and cleaning, Graphic Arts Edition includes Pantone color printing technology
Green Features:Energy Star, RoHS compliant, recyclable
Seconds Per Photo:123 for 8x10
Resolution:2880 x 1440
Paper Trays:1 paper tray, a top loading feeder, and a manual front feeder
Paper Capacity: Up to 120 sheets plain; 50 photo
Interface:USB 2.0, Ethernet
Compatibility:Windows and Macintosh
Dimensions:27 x 15 x 10 inches
Weight:43.2 pounds
Warranty:1 Year

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Article Filed Under: Epson Inkjet Cartridges Printer News
October 20, 2009

Lexmark T656DNE Black and White Laser Printer Sports Touch Screen

By Databazaar Blog

Printer News: Lexmark Trades Buttons for a Touch Screen on New T656DNE Laser Printer

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Buttons are out. Touch screens are in. Lexmark's new T656DNE, a high-volume monochrome laser printer, features a 7-inch color touch screen.

Once upon a time, you only touched your printer to turn it on, clear a paper jam, or insert paper. The Lexmark T656DNE's touch screen may strike some as more sizzle than steak, but if your printer sits in a public place such as a reception area, you can run a promotional slide show on the touch screen when it's not in use. From the touch screen you can also print previously uploaded forms, adjust the printer's settings, choose from among 18 languages, and access your own custom applications.

Beyond the touch screen, you'll find a fast and powerful printer that prints duplex up to 55 pages per minute and has a capacity of 4,300 pages with optional high-capacity feeders and trays. Without all the options, it holds 650 pages and weighs just 53 pounds. With specs like that, the predecessor T650 series can't touch the new T656DNE.

Specs that matter

Release Date:October 6, 2009
Notable Features:7 inch color touch screen, custom applications, gigabit Ethernet, fast printing speeds, large paper capacity, PC-free printing
Green Features:Energy Star, duplex printing saves paper, eco-settings, cartridge recycling program
Pages Per Minute:55
Resolution:1200 x 1200 dpi
Paper Trays:2 standard (additional trays optional)
Paper Capacity:650 (up to 4,300)
Interface:Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0 (supports printing from USB drives
Compatibility:Windows and Macintosh
Dimensions:17.2 x 16.7 x 20.7 inches
Weight:53 pounds
Monthly Duty Cycle:35,000 pages
Warranty:1 year (extended warranty available)

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October 19, 2009

Print From Anything to the HP Photosmart Premium Fax All-in-One C309a

By Databazaar Blog

Printer News: HP Photosmart Premium Fax All-in-One C309a Does Just About Everything, Including Printing

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Despite what you may have heard, paper still has a bright future. At least, that's what HP's Premium Fax All-in-One C309a would have you believe. For example, embedded QuickForm templates enable you to print fax cover sheets, calendars, checklists, etc. You can also copy, fax, or scan up to 50 sheets at a time.

With the HP Premium Fax All-in-One C309a, you can print from just about any device — via Ethernet, USB, or WiFi from Macs and PCs, via WiFi from your iPhone or iPod touch, via Bluetooth from your cell phone (including iPhone), via PictBridge from your digital camera, and via a memory card.

HP claims the Premium Fax All-in-One prints up to 33 pages per minute. Among its many high-end features, it offers duplex printing and a 2.4 inch LCD display. We always list the MSRP, but we have seen this printer for $199 from HP itself thanks to an instant rebate. You can spend the money you save on some paper, which we remind you has a bright future.

Specs that matter

Release Date:March 2, 2009
Notable Features:Duplex printing, fax, CDs/DVDs printing, iPhone and other PC-free printing, QuickForms, 50-page automatic document feeder, lab-quality photos
Green Features:Energy Star, duplex, 2-up, and 4-up printing saves paper, HP Smart Web Printing saves paper and ink, high-yield inkjet cartridges reduce packaging waste, HP Planet Partners recycling program
Pages Per Minute:33 (b/w), 32 (color)
Seconds Per Photo:17
Resolution:Enter
Paper Trays:2 (including dedicated photo paper tray)
Paper Capacity:175 sheets, 20 photo
Interface:USB 2.0, Ethernet, WiFi, PictBridge, Bluetooth (optional), Memory Cards
Compatibility:Windows and Macintosh
Dimensions:9.5 x 17.7 x 17.4 inches
Weight:24.3 pounds
Warranty:1 year

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Article Filed Under: HP Intuix Printer News Printers
September 23, 2009

Canon PIXMA MP490 Inkjet Printer Focuses on Print Quality

By Databazaar Blog

Printer News: Canon Cuts Some Corners With the PIXMA MP490 But You May Not Care

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If you build it, they won't necessary come, but if you build it and sell it cheap, you've got a fighting chance even during the Great Recession. That's the philosophy behind Canon's new PIXMA MP490 Photo All-in-One inkjet printer.

The PIXMA MP490 cranks out lab-quality 4x6 inch photos in about 43 seconds using four inks (it can print photos as large as 8x10 inches). Unlike pricier printers, Canon has cut some corners. For example, the LCD screen measures just 1.8 inches, and there's no WiFi, duplex printing, or fax capability. However, the PIXMA MP490 offers some advanced features such as a nearly instantaneous warmup, automatic recognition of scanned items, and professional color copies.

Clearly, Canon gave some thought to what a certain class of consumers want and what they don't care about. If you just want to print high-quality photos from one computer and have a copier and scanner handy just in case, the PIXMA MP490 may suit you.

Summary

All-in-One inkjet printer best for home users and students
MSRP: $99.99

Manufacturer

Product Page
PIXMA MP490

Supplies

Specs that matter

Release Date:July 7, 2009
Notable Features:LCD Screen, borderless photo printing, auto photo fix, PC-free printing, copying and scanning
Green Features:Energy Star, QuickStart, 4-in-1 and 2-in-1 printing saves paper, RoHS compliant, hardware recycling program
Pages Per Minute:8 (b/w), 4 (color)
Seconds Per Photo:43 (4x6 inch)
Resolution:4800 x 1200
Paper Trays:1
Interface:USB 2.0, Memory Cards
Compatibility:Windows and Macintosh
Dimensions:17.5 x 13.1 x 6.1 inches
Weight:13 pounds
Warranty:1 year

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August 27, 2009

Epson Artisan 810 Aims to Please Gadget Hounds and Families Alike

By Databazaar Blog

Printer News: Epson Artisan 810 All-in-One Inkjet Printer Replaces the Artisan 800

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Epson showed us its Artisan 800 in July 2008 in a faux living room complete with a comfy black leather sofa. The only item missing was a yuppie — he was probably at the office working late.

Perhaps because of the recession or perhaps because the Artisan is now an established brand, Epson didn't build a living room around the new Artisan 810 this time around. Instead, Epson just had it sitting on a table in a hotel lounge.

But we're actually more excited about the 810 than the 800 because savvy consumers (like you) often resist buying "Rev A" models. Instead, they wait to buy the second generation.

So what's new? We suspect Epson made improvements under the hood, but specs-wise not much has changed. You can print from your iPhone/iPod Touch, charge USB devices thanks to the new port on front, take advantage of more built-in printing projects, and fax documents from your computer (Windows only). Unfortunately, the 810 lacks automatic duplexing though you can add this functionality by purchasing a duplexer.

Specs that matter

Release Date:August 19, 2009
Notable Features:7.8 inch touch panel, 3.5 inch LCD screen, embedded photo correction and printing projects, borderless photo printing, CD/DVD printing, Ethernet and WiFi, USB charging, iPhone printing, two year warranty
Green Features:Energy Star, duplex printing saves paper (automatic duplexing is optional), individual ink cartridges mean you can replace only the color you need, estimated power consumption for one year is less than two dollars
Pages Per Minute:38 (9.5 at laser quality)
Seconds Per Photo:10
Resolution:5760 x 1440 dpi
Paper Trays:2
Paper Capacity:Main Paper Tray: 120 sheets, Photo Tray: 20 photo sheets
Interface:USB 2.0, WiFi, Ethernet, PictBridge, Memory Cards, Bluetooth (optional)
Compatibility:Windows and Macintosh
Dimensions:18.3 x 25.8 x 7.8 inches
Weight:23.1 pounds
Warranty:2 years

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August 05, 2009

Canon Selphy CP790 Photo Printer Gives New Meaning to the Term All-in-One

By Databazaar Blog

Printer News: Print Buckets of Photos With Canon's SELPHY CP790

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If you buy Canon's new SELPHY CP790 Compact Photo Printer, keep it away from your toddler as he's likely to fill it with water. The SELPHY CP790 comes with a "Storage Basket" that holds the printer, paper, and ink cassettes. Nice idea, but why did Canon design it to look like a bucket? On the plus side, if the printer ever dies, you can use the basket to chill a bottle of wine.

Basket aside, this nifty new SELPHY features a 3 inch LCD screen for previewing photos, an Easy-Scroll Wheel for selecting functions, and fast printing (47 seconds for a 4x6 inch borderless photo). Plus it might qualify as the world's first green printer — the color green that is.

The SELPHY CP790 prints photos from your Mac or PC, but you can also print PC-free thanks to a memory card slot, PictBridge, infrared, and Bluetooth (optional). The SELPHY CP790 does not run on batteries, but it's reasonably portable thanks to its small size, compact power adapter — and of course that basket.

Summary

Compact photo printer best for people who want a dedicated printer for small lab-quality photos
MSRP: $179.99

Manufacturer

Product Page
SELPHY CP790

Supplies

Specs that matter

Release Date:July 7, 2009
Notable Features:Storage Basket, 3 inch LCD screen, ink and paper in one cassette, embedded software projects, PC-Free printing, green color
Green Features:Energy Star
Seconds Per Photo:47
Resolution:300 x 300 dpi
Paper Trays:Integrated
Paper Sizes:Card (2.13 x 3.39), Postcard (4 x 6 and 4 x 8)
Interface:USB, Memory Cards, PictBridge, IrDA, Bluetooth (Optional)
Compatibility:Windows and Macintosh
Dimensions:7.0 x 9.7 x 3.4 inches
Weight:3.2 pounds
Warranty:1 year

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July 30, 2009

Epson Stylus NX415 All-in-One Printer Emphasizes Photos

By Databazaar Blog

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Printer News: Epson Stylus NX415 Can Scan and Copy, But its Strong Suit Lies in Printing Lab-Quality Photos

How can you differentiate between a consumer printer and a business printer? Consumer printers emphasize photos (and single users) whereas business printers emphasize documents (and multiple users). Epson's new Stylus NX415 is a multifunction USB printer with an emphasis on photos. And Epson has shipped it just in time for the back to school shopping season.

The Stylus NX415 sports an LCD screen and prints borderless photos from your Mac or PC, your digital camera via PictBridge, or memory cards. The DURABrite ink and embedded image correction technology (redeye removal, photo restoration, etc.) produces lab-quality results. We saw some photos from this printer at an Epson press event in New York and can attest to their quality.

That said, the Stylus NX415 is no mere photo printer. You'll also find manual double-sided printing (Windows only much to our consternation) and color copying and scanning (flatbed only — clearly geared at photos rather than documents). The price is nice too at $99.99.

Specs that matter

Release Date:May 19, 2009
Notable Features:2.5-inch tiltable color LCD, PC-Free photo printing, embedded photo correction tools, fast print speed, manual duplex printing (Windows only)
Green Features:Energy Star, manual duplex printing saves paper, individual ink cartridges mean you can replace only the color you need, RoHS compliant, recyclable
Pages Per Minute:34
Seconds Per Photo:26
Resolution:5760 x 1440
Paper Trays:1
Paper Capacity:100
Interface:USB 2.0, Memory Cards, PictBridge
Compatibility:Windows and Macintosh
Dimensions:17.7 x 21.3 x 11.7 inches
Weight:15.2 pounds
Warranty:1 year

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July 30, 2009

Epson WorkForce 310 Multifunction Printer Offers Speedy, Wireless Printing

By Databazaar Blog

Printer News: WorkForce 310 Brings a Lower Price Point for Epson's Popular Mulifunction Line

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Epson launched its WorkForce line of printers in 2008. Both consumers and reviewers seem to like them. Not surprisingly, Epson recently released the WorkForce 310, a new model geared at small businesses that want a multifunction printer, thus excluding the 30 and 40, but don't need all the bells and whistles of the 500 and 600.

Smaller than the 500 and 600, the WorkForce 310 prints slightly faster at up to 36 pages per minute (16 at laser quality), reflecting its next-generation print engine. It also features both Ethernet and WiFi connectivity, dual black cartridges to lessen the frequency of replacement, DURABrite pigment inks for longer lasting prints, and copying, scanning, and faxing via a 30 page automatic document feeder.

Sounds great, but what does it lack? It does not have a color LCD screen or automatic duplexing (it has manual duplexing, a feature that has never made much sense to us). It also lacks a high price, selling for just $79.99 for a limited time thanks to an instant $50 rebate.

Specs that matter

Release Date:May 12, 2009
Notable Features:Fast print speeds, small footprint, dual black cartridges, DURABrite ink, 30 page automatic document feeder, Ethernet and WiFi, PC faxing (Windows only)
Green Features:Energy Star, individual ink cartridges mean you can replace only the color you need, uses up to 70% less energy than comparable laser printers
Pages Per Minute:36
Resolution:5760 x 1440
Paper Trays:1
Paper Capacity:100
Interface:Ethernet, USB 2.0
Compatibility:Windows and Macintosh
Dimensions:18.1 x 21.3 x 11.9 inches
Weight:16.8 pounds
Warranty:1 year

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June 29, 2009

Xerox WorkCentre 3220 Multifunction Laser Is Fast and Cheap

By Databazaar Blog

Printer News: Xerox WorkCentre 3220 Multifunction Laser Doesn't Print in Color But Offers Everything Else

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You can now buy an iPhone for $99. The catch is that the two years of service will cost you at least $1,700, probably more. But such pricing works because most people think in the present tense. Inkjet manufacturers have long used this trick. With the new WorkCentre 3220 multifunction laser printer, Xerox has jumped into the game as well.

Priced at just $549, this handsome-looking printer offers speeds of 30 pages per minute, Adobe PostScript 3 for printing complex graphics, Ethernet networking, duplex printing, and support for USB memory drives. It can also copy, scan, and fax.

So what's the catch? It's a monochrome printer. It'll also cost you more per page in toner than Xerox's pricier laser printers. Nonetheless, we would like to see more printers with Postscript and consider the WorkCentre 3220 worth a look for that reason alone. Also, kudos to Xerox for listing cost per page.

Summary

Monochrome multifunction laser printer best for small businesses that primarily print documents at relatively low volume
MSRP: $549

Manufacturer

Product Page
WorkCentre™ 3220

Supplies

Toner
106R01485 (Standard capacity toner cartridge), 106R01486 (High capacity toner cartridge)

Specs that matter

Release Date:June 16, 2009
Notable Features:Duplex printing, Adobe Postscript 3, Ethernet, fast print speed, print from or scan to USB drives, copy, scan, fax
Green Features:Energy Star, high-yield toner cartridges, duplex printing uses less paper, Xerox Green World Alliance Program recycles toner cartridges
Pages Per Minute:30
Resolution:1200 x 1200
Paper Trays:1 (with optional additional tray available)
Paper Capacity:250 (500 with additional tray)
Interface:Ethernet, USB 2.0, USB Flash Drive
Compatibility:Windows, Macintosh, Linux
Dimensions:17.5 x 16.2 x 15.6 inches
Weight:30.73 pounds
Recommended Monthly Print Volume:Up to 4,000 pages
Warranty:1 Year

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