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...

What is a Printer Firmware Update and How Do You Deal with It?   Firmware updates may stop you from printing with lower-priced compatible printer cartridges.  Here’s how you can keep printing. Printer manufacturers really want you to buy their ink.  More profit is often made from cartridge sales than printer sales and deploying firmware updates is one way they can force you to use their cartridges.  Manufacturers may do...

In the more recent printer models HP sells them with the automatic updates switched on by default, in particular the models taking the 905 & 955 cartridge sereis. The auto-updates can cause havoc with your compatible cartridges and lock you into buy the far more expensive genuine HP cartridges. Luckily there is a quick and easy way to switch off the auto-updates. Please follow the instructions below: 1. Click on...

In these COVID times random bouts of isolation are becoming more and more common, but that doesn’t make it any easier. So if you’re stuck at home with the kids we’ve put together a few ideas of how you can keep them occupied and entertained.   Keep Active Yeah yeah I know, it’s not that easy when you’re stuck at home. Not everyone has the luxury of a back yard, but...

You’re stuck at a crossroads asking: should you get an inkjet or laser printer? Many consumers have asked the very same question and in this article we should be able to help you figure out which is right for you. Whether or not you need an inkjet or laser printer would depend on what you print, how often you print, and how much your printing budget is. The Basics Inkjet...

Why your Business SHOULD use compatible INKS and TONERS   Compatibles work just as well as Originals The Printer Consumable trade fair in China has over 600 manufacturers. The leading manufactures got there by developing quality products that work as well as the Original Manufacturers products. Some Original products are made on the leading compatible Manufacturers production lines. One leading compatible manufacturer recently bought global laser printer giant Lexmark for...