By Thomas Dickson, Fuji Xerox Printers’ Volume Product Manager
For students and teachers alike, the Australia Day weekend marks the end of the school holidays. It’s goodbye to long afternoons on the beach and hello to school uniforms and back-to-back classes.
I know all too well that the end of the holidays also means parents are busily preparing for the school year ahead. From new schoolbags and books to lunchboxes and gadgets, the to-do list seems never-ending.
One thing that may be on the list, particularly with the continuing New Year sales, is buying a new home printer. Whether it’s for printing assignments, receipts or work documents a home printer is a must for any household. It can be a significant investment however, so make sure you’re making the right choice for your family. Before you hit the shops, here are a few things to consider:
- The first step is to identify your needs and ask yourself a few questions. Will you require colour printing or should black and white output suffice? If you plan on printing large volumes, do you need a high speed device? Would you like the ability to print double-sided (duplex) or on various sized paper and envelopes? Is an environmentally friendly solution important to you? Do you need to be able to copy, scan and fax as well as print? Would your kids like to print wirelessly from their laptops, smartphones or tablets? Make a list of all the features you would like and decide on your budget.
- It’s important to research all the options. Lots of consumer technology websites post regular product reviews and can be really helpful in deciding on what product to choose. You could also visit your nearest OfficeWorks, Cartridge World or local retailer to find out more about each product and test drive the printers you like.
Fuji Xerox Printers has a wide range of products suitable for the home office. The single function DocuPrint P255 dw (RRP $120 inc GST) is a monochrome printer which combines speed, wireless, networking and duplex capabilities in a compact unit. In the same range is the DocuPrint M255 z (RRP $499), a cost effective solution for those looking to print, copy, scan and fax from a single device which also includes wireless, networking and duplex capabilities.
For those with colour printing requirements, the DocuPrint CP215 w (RRP $185) is an affordable option and produces great quality prints. It’s network-ready and even allows you to print wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad. The multifunction DocuPrint CM215 fw (RRP$405) includes print, copy, scan, fax as standard and also allows you to print wirelessly from your iPhone or iPad.
- Consider the cost. When buying a printer, the initial outlay may seem somewhat significant. It’s worth noting that advanced features, that were typically only found on larger more expensive devices, are now packed into smaller printers which are within affordable reach of the home office worker or student.
- One you have done your research, make the purchase and enjoy!
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