See you in hell, USB cables! The Lexmark X6675 multifunction works over Wi-Fi.
(Credit: Buy.com)Multifunction printers are insanely handy. You can make copies--color copies--without having to run to Kinko's. You can send faxes like it's 1995. You can scan documents for electronic storage. Oh, and you can print.
Indeed, the only thing better than a multifunction printer is a wireless multifunction printer, one you can stick in a corner, a closet, or wherever. Like, say, the Lexmark X6675, which Buy.com has for $85.99 shipped.
These are new units, not refurbs, and you don't have to monkey with any rebates. Nor do you need an Ethernet or USB cable (though it does support USB connections), as the X6675 works over Wi-Fi.
No mere entry-level all-in-one, the X6675 boasts some solid specs, including 25-page-per-minute black printing and 18-ppm color. It can print photos directly from a memory card and documents from a USB drive, and it can scan straight to the latter. It also features a 25-page auto document feeder for scanning and copying.
Unfortunately, the X6675 lacks an LCD for previewing photos and the like before printing. That's my only real complaint, as it reduces the unit's functionality as a standalone photo printer.
Still, you know how much I love wireless printers, and this would be pretty ideal for a home or small office. Nearly 30 users on Buy.com rated it 4.5 stars out of 5--a damn good average. The Lexmark lists for $150, so you're getting quite the deal.
This business-class multifunction printer cuts the cord with Wi-Fi.
(Credit: Buy.com)It's a printer. It's a fax machine. It's a copier. It's a scanner. It's four, four, FOUR machines in one! And...wait for it...it's wireless, too! Yep, the Lexmark X6675 multifunction printer dispenses with pesky USB cables in favor of 802.11b/g Wi-Fi. Buy.com has the Lexmark X6675 for $91.99 shipped.
These are new units, not refurbs, and you don't have to mess around with any rebates. (If you do decide to go the USB route, however, it's BYO: cable not included.)
No mere entry-level all-in-one, the X6675 boasts some solid specs, including 25-page-per-minute black printing and 18-ppm color. It can print photos directly from a memory card and documents from a USB drive, and it can scan straight to the latter. It also features a 25-page auto document feeder for scanning and copying.
Unfortunately, the X6675 lacks an LCD for previewing photos and the like before printing. That's my only real complaint, as it reduces the unit's functionality as a standalone photo printer.
Still, you know how much I love wireless printers, and this would be pretty ideal for a home or small office. I haven't found many reviews of this particular model, though a pair of users on Buy.com gave it five stars.
This multifunction photo printer normally sells for $150 or more.
(Credit: Epson)Epson's having a rare sale: you can get a refurbished Epson Stylus Photo RX595 all-in-one printer for just $55 shipped.
What's significant about this model? Most of the cheapie multifunction printers I come across have low-end print engines, meaning they're not great for photos. The Stylus Photo RX595, as you might infer from the name, was built with glossies in mind.
It accepts just about any memory card on the planet (USB drives, too), previews images on a 2.5-inch color LCD, and prints using a six-cartridge system. It can also print on CDs and DVDs, scan directly to PDF, and crop/edit photos--no PC required.
CNET hasn't reviewed this model, but it rates 3.5 stars from Amazon customers. It's Windows- and Mac-compatible; all users will need to supply their own USB cable. Thankfully, even though this is a refurb, Epson backs it with a full one-year warranty.
One final note: Yes, replacement ink is expensive. That's true of all printers. So you might as well get the best possible deal on the hardware.
...Or at least, multiple armloads of printers. Lexmark announced six new printers today, both wired and wireless, but all inkjet. Lexmark has been at the forefront of offering wireless capability built-in, even on its low-cost, consumer oriented single-function printers like the Z1420. This new batch of printers includes four that offer wireless networking:
The Lexmark X7550 Wireless All-in-One.
(Credit: Lexmark)- X6570 Wireless All-in-One ($150): this unit prints, scans, copies, and faxes. It also offers memory card slots, a PictBridge enabled USB port, an automatic document feeder, an auto duplexer, and optional six-color printing. It lacks a graphical LCD however, offering just a text LCD.
- X7550 Wireless All-in-One ($200): the X7550 is basically the X6570, with the addition of a 2.4-inch color LCD for previewing photos, and faster print speeds.
- X4850 Wireless All-in-One ($150): the X4850 lacks both ADF and fax functionality, but includes a graphical LCD.
- Z1520 Wireless Color Printer ($130): the Z1520 is the update to the Z1420. It offers memory card slots and optional six-color photo printing.
The X5070 and X5495 are both full-color all-in-one printers, though unlike the previous models, they lack wireless capability. The $90 X5070 features fax, scan, and copy capability, a built-in handset (for faxing), an automatic document feeder, and PictBridge support. The $100 X5495 offers slightly faster print speeds than the X5070, but a smaller ADF.
All of these models will be available in September, except for the the X5495 which will hit stores in December.
The Dell 1320c is a color laser printer geared for small businesses.
(Credit: Dell)Today, Dell announced two new small-business-oriented laser printers, in conjunction with the release of its Vostro line of small-business desktop and notebook PCs. The printer announcements include the Dell 1320c color laser printer and the Dell 1125 mono multifunction laser printer.
The 1320c starts at $300 for the base model and goes up to $350 with networking options. Dell rates the 1320c for 16ppm (pages per minute) black and 12ppm color, with a monthly duty cycle of 35,000 pages. The Dell 1125 mono multifunction includes prints, copy, scan, and standalone fax. It includes a 30-sheet ADF for batch copy and scans. The $250 printer is rated to print at 21ppm, with a monthly duty cycle of 9,000 pages. The Dell 1320c is available immediately, while the Dell 1125 should be available in a couple of weeks.
The Canon Pixma MP470
(Credit: Canon USA)Canon announced three new additions to its printer lineup today--two home inkjet all-in-ones and one standalone photo printer. The two inkjets are part of the Pixma line: the Pixma MP470 and the Pixma MP210. The $100 MP470 offers 4,800x1,200 dpi color printing with 2pL droplets, 2,400x4,800 dpi scans, a 1.8-inch color LCD, and a USB 2.0 connection. Using its built-in memory card reader and PictBridge port, you can print photos without touching your PC. The PictBridge port also doubles as a USB port for the optional Bluetooth adapter that lets you print wirelessly. The MP470 uses a two-tank ink system (black and tricolor). It will be available in August.
The $80 Pixma MP210 is a more basic printer, as it lacks an LCD and memory card readers. It does have a PictBridge/Bluetooth port, however, and offers the same print resolution and droplet size as the MP470. This model is available this month.
The Selphy CP740
(Credit: Canon USA)Finally, the Selphy CP740 is a $100 standalone photo printer that's small enough to be portable. The embedded 2-inch LCD lets you preview your photos, and accompanying navigation buttons let you peruse the contents of your memory cards. It has built-in memory card readers and a PictBridge/Bluetooth port, as well. The Selphy CP740 is also available this month.
Check back soon for full reviews of these printers.
The Photosmart C4280 All-in-One
(Credit: HP)Today, HP unveiled five new printers: three Deskjets and one Photosmart.
- The HP Photosmart C4280 is a three-function unit (print, scan, copy) that prints black at 30ppm and color at 23ppm. It offers a 1.5-inch color LCD, memory card slots, borderless 4x6 photo prints, and optional six-color printing. The $100 printer will be available in May.
- The Deskjet D2460 is a $50 single-function inkjet printer that's available now. It offers 20ppm black and 14ppm color printing and optional six-color photo printing.
- The Deskjet D4260 is also a single function printer, and it replaces HP's D4100 series. The $80 printer prints black at 30ppm and color at 23ppm. It sports a front-mounted USB port for printing directly from digital cameras or flash drives. It's available now.
- The Deskjet F4180 all-in-one replaces the F380 and offers print, scan, and copy functions. The $80 printer prints black at 20ppm and color at 14ppm.
Check back soon for full reviews of these new printers.
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Linksys)
Though far from the most exciting thing you'll see at a show like CES, small "backbone" devices like print servers are an indispensable part of a home or small office. At CES 2007 today, Linksys announced the immediate availability of its WPSM54G print server, which distinguishes itself by supporting multifunction printers that fax, scan and copy. A print server takes on the overhead required to network a USB printer, freeing your PC from having to be on 24/7. Not all printers are supported, though; you can find a list of devices supported by the WPSM54G at the Linksys site. It's available now for $120.
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