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Panasonic Releases New Laser-Class “Fit Anywhere” Multifunction Printers

Panasonic System Networks Company of America today introduced the KX-MB1500 series of value-priced A4-format Multifunction Printers (MFPs). Offering fast, high-quality monochrome laser printing and copying, full-color scan to PC, and paper/paperless faxing, the KX-MB1500 and KX-MB1520 share a slimmed-and-trimmed form factor that reduces the space and volume needed for installation and operation by approximately 25 and 40 percent respectively.

Both the KX-MB1500 and the step-up KX-MB1520 are highlighted by a reduced-size print engine, an inner paper-exit tray, front-panel access to consumables such as toner and paper, and a side-mounted power connector. Taken together, these features deliver a lightweight (20lb.), small footprint, All-In-One workhorse which can be installed flat against a wall on a crowded desk, or upon a shelf, bookcase, or file cabinet.

"According to the most recent Census Department figures, more than 14 million Americans are currently operating a business from their homes, with about 4.5 million of them generating 100 percent of their income from those businesses," Bill Taylor, President, Panasonic System Networks Company of America, noted…

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Canon Reveals The PIXMA Pro-1 Professional Photo Inkjet Printer

Taking print quality and accuracy to a whole new level, Canon U.S.A. Inc. today announced the launch of the PIXMA PRO-1 Professional Inkjet Printer. Professional photographers can be confident that the final output from this new printer will match the photographic vision captured from their camera. Newly developed for this printer is a 12-ink system, five of which are monochrome, along with a new FINE Print Head to help deliver consistent, superb results that professional photographers demand.

"Canon is proud to be one of the only companies to offer professionals a complete input to output photographic ecosystem," said Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies and Communications Group, Canon U.S.A. "The recent introduction of the EOS-1D X DSLR camera and now the PIXMA PRO-1 Printer, further solidifies Canon's commitment to providing professionals with the necessary equipment in order to help them produce the highest-level possible in image quality."

The Canon PIXMA PRO-1 Professional Inkjet Printer features a completely new ink system to help professionals achieve gallery-quality results…

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Canon Introduces 3 Inexpensive PIXMA All-In-One Photo Printers With High-End Features

Canon today announced three new PIXMA printers - the MG4120 Wireless Photo All-In-One, MG3120 Wireless Photo All-In-One and the MG2120 Photo All-In-One (AIO) printers. Combining function, reliability and creativity, these new models offer users the opportunity to print high-quality images to share with friends and family. The new MG4120 is also compatible with the PIXMA Cloud Link for easy printing of photos and templates directly through the printer without the use of a computer on the 2.4 inch color LCD screen.

With the new FastFront system, the ink storage and paper tray are conveniently located in the front of the machine, allowing access for users to easily load ink or paper. All three printers feature the ChromaLife 100 ink system, which utilizes a two cartridge system, one black and one color. The new ink system on-board this year helps deliver the high quality photos you can expect from PIXMA printers while providing brilliant colors particularly in yellow and red areas, especially on plain paper. To help optimize user workflow and print with ease, Auto Duplex printing is also available for the first time in this class on both the MG4120 and MG3120 printer, helping to reduce paper usage by up to 50 percent. As an added bonus, when using these new printers consumers will be provided with exclusive printable content through CREATIVE PARK PREMIUM…

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Kodak Introduces HERO Line of Google Cloud Print Ready Printers

To meet the demands of today’s mobile consumers and connected professionals, Kodak introduced a new line of KODAK HERO All-in-One Printers allowing people to print how, where and when they want. The HERO Printers are Google Cloud PrintReady and KODAK Email Print Ready, letting consumers easily send documents and photos to their printer from anywhere in the world, using anyInternet-connected device. They represent the latest innovation in the company’s consumer inkjet portfolio, marrying effortless connectivity with Kodak’s unique combination of high quality output and affordable ink. In addition, Kodak will enable Google Cloud Print and KODAK Email Print for previous generation KODAK All-in-One Printers, making Kodak the first printer manufacturer to also offer cloud printing for its existing customers.

“With our new lineup of HERO Printers, Kodak is helping to meet the needs of an on-the-go lifestyle by making it easy and convenient for consumers to print from any connected device, anywhere,” said Susan Tousi, General Manager, Inkjet Systems, and Vice President, Eastman Kodak Company. “With new features like Google Cloud Print and KODAK Email Print, we continue to advance our intelligent technology while also offering the exceptional quality consumers expect from Kodak and premium ink at an affordable price…

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Canon Introduces imageRUNNER ADVANCE C9075S PRO/C9065S PRO Color MFPs

Canon today announced the launch of the imageRUNNER ADVANCE C9075S PRO/C9065S PRO color multifunction systems (MFP). Developed jointly by Canon and Océ, the new series leverages Canon's revolutionary imageRUNNER ADVANCE platform and Océ's PRISMAsync controller technology to seamlessly integrate each component of the print operation to deliver the performance, productivity and versatility required to meet customer demands and deadlines.

The first imageRUNNER ADVANCE models to emerge from the joint Canon and Océ innovation pipeline, the imageRUNNER ADVANCE C9000S PRO Series is a versatile color platform offering end-users the ability to get more work done in less time through improved workflow and greater device flexibility. Similar to the imagePRESS C7010VPS, the imageRUNNER ADVANCE C9000S PRO Series models includes the Océ PRISMAsync controller fully integrated with the engine. The combination of the two technologies delivers a high level of productivity and efficiency within corporate printing environments.

"Canon is pleased to introduce the imageRUNNER ADVANCE C9000S PRO Series which demonstrates another step in the ongoing integration between Canon and Océ," said Junichi Yoshitake, senior vice president, Imaging Systems Group, Canon U.S.A…

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Canon Releases Compact imageRUNNER 1700 Series MFPs

Developed to extend the renowned Canon imageRUNNER MFP platform to businesses seeking an advanced workgroup print solution, Canon U.S.A., Inc. today announced the imageRUNNER 1700 Series lineup of monochrome multifunction office systems. Offering seamless integration within existing Canon print fleets, the easy to deploy, easy to manage Canon imageRUNNER 1700 Series improves resource utilization as an alternative for multiple desktop laser printers while helping IT administrators harness Canon's powerful workflow tools. A compact, high-speed multifunction office system, the imageRUNNER 1700 Series allows customers using black-and-white printers (SFPs) and MFPs in the 30-55 page per minute (ppm) range to implement a flexible print solution that offers the ability to increase fleet cohesiveness across a network.

"Canon is pleased to introduce the new imageRUNNER 1700 Series of multifunction office systems," said Sam Yoshida, vice president and general manager, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "Offering Canon's innovative imaging technology and reliability, the compact imageRUNNER 1700 Series is an ideal solution for managing the print needs of high-volume workgroup and managed print environments."…

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Canon Announces PIXMA MG8220 And MG6220 Wireless Photo All-In-One Printers

Canon today announced the addition of the PIXMA MG8220 and MG6220 All-in-Ones to the Company's line of Wireless Photo All-In-One models with the ability to print, copy and scan images and documents. These beautifully designed, affordable printers are compatible with many of the popular wireless devices on the market today for easy printing from almost anywhere. Additionally, consumers can unlock their creative printing side with the significant software upgrades to Easy-PhotoPrint EX and Full HD Movie Print.

As an industry leader in innovative printing, Canon has designed the PIXMA MG8220 and MG6220 Wireless Photo AIO printers to print from nearly any screen whether on a cell phone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer. The Canon Easy-PhotoPrint mobile app, for use with compatible Android and Apple smartphones and tablets, has also been upgraded allowing users to print pdfs directly from compatible wireless devices. Furthermore, users can scan documents on the printer to be sent directly to a compatible wireless device.

With the newly developed Canon PIXMA Cloud Link, printing images and documents is easier than ever. Exclusive to these two PIXMA printer models, is the ability to print select Google Docs and Gmail attachments from any accessible device, further adding to their wireless versatility…

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Samsung Presents New Monochrome Laser MFPs For Micro And Mid-Sized Businesses

Samsung Electronics America Inc. today announced its newest lines of monochrome laser, multifunction printers ideal for a variety of environments from the small-to-midsize business to the home office. The SCX-4729FD, wireless SCX-4729FW, ML-2955ND and wireless ML-2955DW offer sleek designs, eco-conscious options and features that increase performance and productivity.

“Samsung develops printers that provide consumers with ease-of-use while still maintaining style and versatility,” said Peter Richardson, manager of printer marketing at Samsung Electronics Enterprise Business Division. “These new models include features such as built-in duplexing, wireless capabilities and lower noise that benefit home and small business owners, and continue to position Samsung as a leader in the printer industry.”

The multifunction SCX-4729FD, SCX-4729FW as well as the ML-2955ND and ML-2955DW single function printers provides ease of use with printer speeds up to 29 pages per minute (ppm), built-in duplexing and processor speeds of 533 megahertz (MHz).. In addition, the SCX-4729FD and SCX-4729FW have increased functionality with built-in scan and fax functions, higher than industry average automatic document feeder (ADF) capabilities and a pop-up numeric keypad…

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Sharp Introduces New Mid-Volume Workgroup Color MFPs That Leverage Its Unparalled User Interface

Sharp today extended its MFP lineup with the introduction of four mid-volume workgroup products. The Sharp MX-4110N, MX-4111N, MX-5110N and MX-5111N workgroup color document systems increase the company's portfolio of MFPs that leverages its groundbreaking smart-screen user interface. The new Sharp document systems combine the simplicity of touch-screen menu navigation with robust multi-tasking workflow features – with print speeds up to 41 PPM and 51 PPM.

"We are pleased with the incredibly popular reception our document systems' user interface has generated with dealers and customers," said George Grafanakis, senior product marketing manager, Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America. "Our MFPs build on our strong legacy of industry innovations that include advanced security, dual-head scanning, and Sharp OSA Technology, among many others. We will continue to innovate and deliver the features and capabilities that help our dealers make our end-user customers more productive."

First introduced earlier this year, Sharp's new MFP user interface delivers unprecedented interactivity, simplicity and customization to the document management experience. The user interface, similar to that of today's advanced smartphones, provides easy access to all MFP features, each of which are viewed as familiar icons…

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Canon Expands imageCLASS Laser MFP Lineup With 6 New Products

Leveraging Canon's big-office technology in affordable compact devices, Canon U.S.A., Inc. today launched seven additions to its imageCLASS multifunction device and printer portfolio, including four machines that support wireless connectivity, a first for imageCLASS devices. Ranging from Color Laser Multifunction Printers (MFPs) (Color imageCLASS MF8380Cdw/MF8080Cw) to Color Laser Printers (Color imageCLASS LBP7660Cdn) to Monochrome Laser MFPs (imageCLASS MF5960dn/5950dw, imageCLASS MF4570dw and imageCLASS MF3010), these new products collectively help meet the needs of consumers, small office /home office(SOHO) users, and workgroups.

Developed to help increase productivity, the MF8380Cdw, MF8080Cw, MF5950dw and MF4570dw allow end users to print from virtually anywhere in their home or small office. All four machines support the current 802.11 b/g /n wireless protocol, allowing for a cable-free, hassle-free solution for printing documents, and also support the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) wireless security protocols. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) One-Touch support allows for an easy installation process for customers using supported routers…

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