What’s the difference between name brand printer cartridges and other third-party ink alternatives? If you’ve shopped for printer ink or toner online, you’ll know that there are a few different cartridge options available. By far, the most familiar cartridges are name brand cartridges, also known as original cartridges or OEM cartridges. OEM (original equipment manufacturer) printer cartridges are cartridges designed and built by the same manufacturer as your printer. Remanufactured and...

High priced printer cartridges can be a frustrating expense for any home office. Here we explore eleven easy ways to save on printer ink and cut costs.  Being diligent about printing expenses does not begin and end with buying a cheap printer. If you’re not mindful about your ink usage, printing gets expensive fast. Knowing how to manage your printer resources will help every dollar go a long way. Check...

Few things lead to frustration quicker than when you need to print something in a pinch, and your printer doesn’t want to cooperate (and it won’t tell you why either!) While streaky lines across your images or faded text is one hassle, dealing with a printer that won’t even acknowledge you exist is another. Whether you’re getting an error message that doesn’t sync up with reality or your printer is...

Looking to purchase a new printer but don’t know the difference between models? Choosing from an ocean of printer oceans is especially daunting, but don’t worry Inkspot is here to help. Let’s jump right into it and begin with a quick look at the various printer types, and the profile of users who stand to benefit from them the most. Inkjet Printers  This is the most common printer type. There are much...

  Working from home has become a much more common occurance in the age of COVID. And while working from home has its obvious perks, the potential drawback is fighting to stay focused when surrounded with so many distractions and the absence of any oversight. But don’t let that stop you from pursuing a career that allows you to wear pajamas to the job. Learn how you can create a home...

Learn how to avoid headaches and save some money with this simple guide. People usually don’t give very much thought to buying printer ink but (not) surprisingly with over 8000 different types of cartridges, there are a number of common buying mistakes that are easy to make if you aren’t careful!  Here, we cover all of the common pitfalls to avoid so you can buy the best cartridge for your printing...

You’ll come across all sorts of great deals when shopping for a new home-use printer. With dozens of brands offering dozens of individual models, each highlighting different features and figures based around their performance, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and lose sight of the bigger picture. When looking to spend only as much as needed for your next printer, here are some helpful tips to keep in mind: Buying Cheap...

Even with regular maintenance, printers can’t last forever. Here is when you should start thinking about an upgrade. We all have different reasons for wanting a new printer. Some users need a new printer because their printing needs have changed, some are for economical reasons, and some simply need a new printer because their old unit has run its course.   What’s the average lifespan of a printer? The average...