Editorial Review

Combining rugged design with a lightweight casing, Hewlett-Packard's 450Ci Mobile DeskJet is an ideal printer to take on the road. Offering convenient USB and parallel connectivity, plus infrared, CompactFlash, and Bluetooth, you can produce documents from your laptop, cell phone, digital camera, or handheld device in just seconds. Print resolution is a sharp 1,200 x 1,200 dpi in black. Optimized photo-quality resolution is an outstanding 4,800 x 1,20 dpi when using premium photo paper and 1,200 x 1,200 dpi input, and the print cartridge is capable of producing up to 400 color (450 monochrome) sheets in its lifetime. An optional photo cartridge (HP 58) makes available HP's exclusive PhotoRet IV color layering technology. HP rates the printer speed at up to 9 ppm black, 8 ppm color in draft mode. Read more

Features

• 1,200 x 1,200 dpi black resolution, 4,800 x 1,200 optimized color dpi on premium photo paper
• Weighs only 4.5 pounds even with optional battery C8222A
• Includes foldable sheet feeder and parallel printer cable
• PhotoRet IV color layering technology with optional HP 58 photo cartridge
• USB, parallel, infrared, CompactFlash, and optional Bluetooth interfaces

Reviews (17)

paper jams still an issue in 2004 models
Just like everyone else, I was a fan of the DeskJet 450 until the paper feed problems started. My printer is dated from June of 2004, so as of two years ago, the design flaw had not been fixed. I can't even begin to count all the time I've wasted trying to get a single sheet of paper to print!!

Very Frustrated!
It's just like everyone else has said.This printer worked great for about a year of limited use and then the paper jams started.It would not take card stock or other heavy weighed papers.I have to constantly push the paper in to get it to feed. I absolutely loved this printer at first and thought of getting another one just like it but after seeing these reviews--no way!!!

Great! But then there are the paper jams.
This printer worked great for about a year. Then the paper started jamming and it is now completely useless. I think it's somewhere in my basement. Don't waste your money on this one. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Need a printer while you're on the road? Take the Canon BJC-50 with you. This battery-powered, compact, color bubble-jet printer makes a great traveling companion for your notebook computer.Read more

Features

• Compact, portable design
• Lithium-ion battery
• Parallel and infrared IrDA interfaces
• Drop modulation technology enhances print quality
• Ready for color image-scanner option

Reviews (5)

Canon BJC-50
Excellent printer...everything that I thought it would be . Works wells all the time. Works wells with Windows XP and downloaded driver from Canon site.

Beware
I purchased the Canon BJC-50 in August of 1998. It has take at least three hours to three days of effort to get it to work for each time that I have occasionally used it. I have used it mainly for color printing, and also for scanning with the optional scanning cartridge. It is particularly troublesome when switching from scan to print functions. It is quite noisy. I can not depend on it to function when I need it. It usually works eventually, but only after many trial and error attempts. Email technical support usually does not provide a quick solution. There have been no quick solutions. There have only been time consuming, painstaking encounters with this machine.

Infrared works well with Windows ME
Even though it said that the infrared wireless printing only works with Windows 95, I found that it worked just as well with Windows ME installed in my laptop.Read more

Subjects:  1. Inkjet Printers (Ink Jet Printer) - Color    2. Parallel, Infrared IrDa interface, connection, port    3. Parallel, IrDA Interface, Connection, Port, Printing    4. Scanning Option, Scanner Attachment, Scan    5. BJC50   

Features

• Print Method Inkjet
• Resolution Up to 4800 x 1200 dpi
• Connectivity USB 1.1

Features

• Up to 4,800 x 1,200 dpi color, droplets as small as 2 picoliters
• Direct photo printing from PictBridge-compatible cameras
• True borderless photo printing in 3 sizes
• USB 2.0, IrDA, and direct port interfaces; optional Bluetooth
• 1-year warranty with Instant Exchange

Reviews (14)

Very disappointing and not sturdy at all
I purchased the Canon I80 printer as I wanted a small portable unit for training and conference events.The unit has broken down multiple times, the heads dry out and get clogged all the time and every time I turn around something else goes wrong...I purchased the unit for $250 and have spent as much keeping it going and only used it 12 times.It has now failed again and they want another $240 to fix it.Really a waste of money.I would not buy this product again.

Printer Heads Dry Out
I agree wholeheartedly with Mark Page-Botelho's review.This printer is not for regular use.I had the same problem with the black print head drying out.The available maintenence functions have not been helpful, and the Canon service reps advice similarly has lead to a lot of wasted time and frustration, along with a lot of wasted ink and paper from doing cleaning and testing repeatedly.

Canon i80 Is it worth it?
We've used this printer a little over one year and loved it. Unfortunately, now it is plagued with problems. First of all the print head is extremely sensitive to drying out and is very difficult to impossible to clean using the printer's clean function or doing it manually. Canon offers a replacement head for $65. Next the ink cleaning reservoir with normal use will fill up in about a year. To replace it will cost $120 and is only available through Canon. The print does travel well which is its intended use, but for an everyday printer you might want to look elsewhere. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Canon    2. i80    3. Color    4. Bubble Jet    5. Printer   

Features

• 300 dpi resolution, up to 4 ppm print speed
• Weighs less than 0.66 pounds, less than 0.7 inches thick
• Prints up to 100 pages with full Lithium battery charge
• Whisper quiet operation; quality ThermaPlus M paper
• Compatible with Palm OS 3.5 and 4.1, PocketPC, Windows 98 and higher

Features

• Up to 4,800 x 1,200 optimized dpi resolution
• 2.5-inch color LCD preview monitor
• PhotoREt III technology; HP internal battery
• Direct printing, PictBridge, optional Bluetooth; video printing
• 1 USB port, 4 memory card slots; PC/Mac compatible

Reviews (7)

Not Bad, Works Fine for Basic Prints
I don't have high expectations for this type of printer, one that you can put a flash card in and print the photo without a computer.Most often, photos will need some sort of tweaking, of white balance, of color, of something. This little printer does fine with the basics. It has some editing capabilties, not as many as I'd like, but for the price, it's just fine. I wanted the printer to use at some of our fundraising events, to take pictures of people with their dogs, print out a 4x6, give them the print, and go on to the next on-- This will work fine for that, and allow us to run this with only one person, if necessary, since the computer isn't involved. Battery is a huge plus.
Does not work out of the box
I am an IT professional (BSIT) and I bought this product because it is rated #1 by Consumer Reports and I own several HP printers that I really enjoy. However, I had the same experience as several other reviewers of this product. This printer simply does not work out of the box. After trying for 1 day I gave up and called HP customer service and they diagnosed the problem as a defective chip in the printer. They wanted to replace the printer with a refurbished one; I refused and threatened to return it back to Amazon. I was placed on hold and then told that I would receive a firmware upgrade via FedEx overnight. If this upgrade does not work I will be forced to return the printer to Amazon.
Piece of Garbage
I had the same experience as another reviewer of the product. this printer does not work out of the box. After trying for 2 days I gave up and called HP customer service and they diagnosed the problem as a defective chip in the printer. They wanted to replace the printer with a refurbised one; I refused and returned it back to Amazon. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Offering you portable printing capabilities, the SiPix A6 Pocket Palm Printer connects easily to either PCs or Palm Pilots. While it may not be as fast as your in-office printer, this little gem weighs in at less than 1 pound and churns out documents at 2 ppm with a decent 400 dpi resolution. Overall dimensions are scarcely larger than some wallets (5.8 by 4.25 inches), and the thickness is less than 1 inch. Read more

Features

• Handheld portable thermal monochrome printer
• 400 dpi resolution
• Versatile IrDA (infrared) or serial connectivity
• Uses four AA batteries
• Ultra-thin compact design

Reviews (6)

SiPix A6 Portable Printer
This thermal paper uses small rolls to print on - requiring no ink. It's small, lightweight (except with 4 "AA" batteries) and can receive data via its IrDA port OR serial connection. This did not work with my Jornada 680e but did with a iPad 19xx so it may not work with older PDAs (though, it was designed to work with Palms). You *can* use it with a desktop or laptop but you simply cannot install the drivers and "voila!" The properties of the connection between the printer and computer must be manually modified for it to work properly - but when you get it to work, it's perfect. I use it to print receipts and it is absolutely fantastic. I suppose the only "downside" to it is that paper for it is pretty expensive...the starter rolls aren't going to be enough to do much with so plan on looking for CUT or ROLL (preferably) cheap.

NO DRIVERS
I was very disapointed by the fact that this printer is not compatible with any palm OS 5 enhanced devices (such as the Zire series, or tungsten sreies) Bummer. So if you have an older handheld with below 3.0 OS or if you have higher than 3.5 it simply won't work! I hope this information helps you. SiPix A6 & Dell Axim X5
On impulse I bought the Sipix A6 printer, brand new,(for a mere 19 bucks!) after checking it's compatibility with my invoicing software -Lowfat Invoice. However, I DID NOT check whether there were any known issues with the Dell Axim X5 and I was unaware of the wonderful people at AXIMSITE.COM. Read more

Subjects:  1. Printers - Portable    2. Printers - Thermal    3. Connectivity - Serial   

Features

• UPC - 754563417002
• PRINTER- IDENTIFICATION PRODUCTS

Editorial Review

With the MPrint MW-140BT from Brother, you can print documents on-the-go from your Palm, PocketPC, or laptop. Lightweight (only 10 ounces) and perfect for travel, the MW-140BT utilizes Bluetooth technology to print 4.1-by-2.9-inch documents, without the need for external cabling. Read more

Features

• 300 x 300 dpi resolution
• Up to 15 seconds per page print speed
• Auto power-off, status and charging indicator lights
• Up to 100 pages of continuous printing
• Bluetooth and USB interfaces; PC, Palm OS, Pocket PC compatible

Reviews (1)

Way too much money for what it does.
Does a fair job printing documents from Palm Docs to Go, if you print from inside Docs to Go.Also I found I needed PrintBoy or some other Palm application to use this printer at all.The Bluetooth feature is an improvement over the earlier IR-only model, and I don't mind that it only uses A7 size thermal paper.But the Palm OS itself doesn't support printing Docs to Go fonts, so what you see on your Palm device is not what you get from the printer.Also no graphics printing, but again, that's a Palm OS problem.Other than that, it's a pretty amazing little device, but not worth half of what it costs. ... Read more

Editorial Review

It's the coolest party toy since the Polaroid: the new Canon CP-200 Photo Printer. Connect it directly to your Powershot-series Canon or other PictBridge-supporting digital camera, and you'll be printing snapshots and stickers faster than you can say "cheese." PictBridge is an industry standard that lets you print images by directly connecting your compatible digital camera to your printer, regardless of the brand or model, without using a computer. The included USB cable adapter also lets you connect the CP-200 to your camera or your computer for access to images stored there.Read more

Features

• 300 x 300 dpi resolution, dye-sublimation technology for rich color
• Prints 4-by-6-inch snapshots in as little as 85 seconds
• Supports PictBridge for direct digital-camera printing, no PC required
• Portable pocket-sized convenience, weighs less than 29 ounces
• USB interface, PC and Mac compatible; 1-year warranty

Reviews (18)

Go to Canon USA's Website for Drivers!
This is a good quality printer with 2 major restrictions.First, the printer, printer paper & cartridge packs, and additional paper trays for labels and such are expensive.Second, the largest it prints is 4"x6".
Spectacular results
For me (Windows XP Home edition), everything worked perfectly out of the box.Within 15 min of opening the box, I had pictures that easily beat the 1 hour photo machines in both detail and color.(I have a 6mp DSLR.)I used an SD card reader to transfer files from the camera to the computer, then used the Microsoft print wizard in MS Photo Manager to quickly size and send the print.This is a great tool to have for getting beautiful snapshots quickly.It is a little pricey as noted in earlier reviews because special paper and dye-sub materials are required but the quality easily beats my Epson C84 IJ and Lexmark Z805 IJ.I will probably use one of the on-line services for bulk printing because they are much cheaper but I always have the capability for something right away when I want it.

It can be fast.
I used this printer with my Digital Rebel.It fed the paper almost immediately and started the printing process.Photos were done quickly.I find it valuable when visiting friends and family.I am able to leave photographic memories immediately.As for the price of photos, I don't print every photo that I take, only ones that I can't wait to print before I get home on my computer. This is definitely a nice little tool that can even be put in your camera bag.Don't expect to find cheaper replacement ribbons on the third party printer cartridge sites. ... Read more

Features

• 6 character LCD display
• Extra fast printing
• 5 type sizes - 10 point to 16 point

Features

• UPC - 840552010054
• PRINTER - DYE DIFFUSSION / DYE SUB

Features

• Eliminate ribbon loading and card cleaning hassle -The DTC300?s all-in-one print ribbon/card cleanin
• Troubleshooting is unbelievably easy -Unlike other card printers that communicate with confusing, bl
• You determine your card system?s functionality -Include an optional e-card module with magnetic stri
• Get started quickly, with no worries -The DTC300 comes standard with entry-level card identity softw

Reviews (1)

Software developer's dream.
I use this printer to print cards for a poker player's club software package I wrote.I was able to print 400 color cards with no problem (hang ups).The printer can easily interface with Microsoft Access reporting capabilties.USB interface made it a snap to install on the client's workstation.
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Editorial Review

Canon's CP-10 is a dye-sublimation card printer that connects directly to Canon's supported line of digital cameras: Digital IXUS 300 or PowerShot A10, A20, S110, or S300 digital camera. Weighing only 1.1 pounds, this tiny printer has a footprint of 4.2 by 4.9 inches, fitting easily onto any available surface, and it has a five-sheet input capacity for the proprietary credit-card-size paper. Using three-color (CMY) dye-sublimation technology, the CP-10 produces 24-bit color prints at a resolution of 300 x 300 dpi with print speeds of just under a minute for each photo.Read more

Features

• Compatible with Canon PowerShot cameras
• 300 x 300 dpi resolution in full color
• Ultracompact, direct digital card printing
• Produces credit card-size color photos
• Stylish blue translucent case

Reviews (9)

Novelty
Before purchasing this item, be sure you know what you're getting (I was unfortunately hasty).It's cute and tiny, to be sure, but so are its photos--the size of a credit card.And they're not cheap.The Canon CP-100 is slightly larger but for the extra "O" you're getting newer technology and a printer that offers photos of four different sizes.

Canon Abandons Its Customers
I bought the larger Canon CD-300 printer less than a year ago for $400. Now, Canon says they will not create an XP driver for it. That is an extremely poor customer server.Anyone making PC-compatible hardware has to be prepared to support it for a reasonable period after they stop selling it. Canon promotes their printers as Microsoft Windows compatible, but the CD-300 doesn't run on the only version of Windows that Microsoft is selling! That is deceptive. I own a Canon digital SLR and digital SureShot. Because of this clear example of how little they care about their customers, they are the last Canon products I will purchase. Today, instead of buying photo paper for my defunct Canon CD-300, I bought the Sony DPP-SV77. It's a great little printer with a pop-up display for much less than the Canon... and Sony has great customer service!

A GREAT COMPACT PRINTER
I HAVE THE CANON A-10 & A-20.THIS LITTLE PRINTER IS COMPATIBLE WITH BOTH CAMERAS & SOME MORE.I ALWAYS ASKED FOR WALLET PHOTOS YEARS AGO FROM KODAK.THEIR LITTLE (NOT AS MUCH SPACE AS BIG PRINTS), THEIR NOT AS GRAINY & YOU COULD FIT A LOT MORE IN THE ALBUM & ALSO PUT THEM IN YOUR WALLET.THIS PRINTER IS SO SHARP, YOU CAN SEE EVERY DETAIL AS IF IT WAS LIFE-LIKE.I LOVE IT & WOULD RECOMMENDED TO ANYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Read more

Subjects:  1. cp10   

Editorial Review

Canon's compact CP-330 prints pictures quickly and easily from either your computer or directly from a digital camera, virtually anywhere. Using 300-dpi dye-sublimation technology with 256 levels of color, the printer renders skin tones, shadings, and fine details with professional-looking accuracy. A transparent water- and fade-resistant coating offers added protection against the damaging effects of sunlight and humidity.Read more

Features

• Dye-sublimation technology for prints with professional look and feel
• Water and fade-resistant protective overcoating
• Postcard size photos in just 85 seconds
• 4-by-8, 4-by-6, credit card, and mini label sizes
• Rechargeable batteries; USB interface; PictBridge compatible

Reviews (6)

Excellent
I agree with all the reviews that say good things about this printer.For this printer to do its magic you really do need to have taken a snap that is well exposed in the first place.I have been amazed at some of the quality photographs produced.This printer does an amazing job on skin-tones.I have been disappointed with some land-scape shots, but they were realistic.I need to hone my photography skills more, perhaps.There is one amazing feature this printer has and no review, I have read yet, mentioned it i.e. the paper-tray doubles as a photo-paper holder (by folding over the flap) which stores your photo-paper and protects it from dust when it is not being used.Dust is the big enemy of photo-printing.
Paper Doesn't Fit Printer!!!
Canon suggests you buy 4x6 Paper to fit the printer. They don't give you a cartridge to use the paper with. They give you a postcard size and a Wide Size. They also only give you a ink cartridge to print 5 pictures worth. You would think with a printer that costs this much they could give you a proper cartridge, suggest the right paper to use and give you an actual ink cartridge that lasts at least 24 pictures!!

am i not getting something here?
I received this printer as a gift, and was very pleased initially.... once i figured the cost per print, i wasn't sure if the convenience outweighed the cost... if you buy the 36 pack of paper and ink (you need to buy these, you can't use just regular photo printer paper) it works out to about 42 cents per... if you send yourimages to an online processor, it is anywhere from 22 to 29 cents per, and you have a guarantee that if it doesn't come out they will at least reprint it or refund your money. We were able to print out images on Christmas (nice feature, spontaneous and portable) but 2 of the 20 images printed out with a fuzzy on the photograph (which reprinted fine, but we paid for it basically).
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Features

• Bar coding
• Light to medium-duty printing
• Less expensive
• Optional ZPL/EPL emulations
• Compact design

Features

• Thermal transfer or direct thermal printing
• 203 dpi print resolution
• 6 inches per second print speed
• 2 MB DRAM standard, 1 MB flash
• 4.25-inch print width

Editorial Review

The Canon BJC-85 color Bubble Jet printer is an exceptional combination of lightweight portability and professional-quality desktop printing--a remarkably fast, commanding little printer, enabling you to produce letters, memos, and reports on all your excursions. The perfect companion to your desktop or laptop, both Mac and PC compatible, the printer is practical for travel and use just about anywhere with its long-life battery (and optional battery pack) and the AC adapter. Plus, fast built-in infrared IrDA wireless technology lets you print without a cable connection.Read more

Features

• This is a refurbished product with a 90-day manufacturer's warranty
• USB and parallel ports, Mac and PC compatible
• IrDA technology for wireless printing
• 720 x 360 resolution in color or B&W
• Up to 5 ppm black printing

Reviews (1)

Love it.
It may not be fast, but it is very reliable. I use it every day. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Bubblejet    2. BJC85