Smart technologies enhance at-home printing

(NC)—Whether it is laptops with GPS or MP3 playing cell phones, when shopping for new gadgets, Canadians are looking for products with additional features to make their lives easier.

Smart technologies have also been integrated into at-home printing technology. Some printers on the market now work with any type and brand of paper. They contain advanced sensors that automatically detect and determine the paper type by reading bar codes on the back of the paper. Kodak's new line of all-in-one printers take it a step further by detecting the paper and automatically setting the print settings accordingly so you get the best print possible every time. The non-print side includes a watermarked code that a sensor in the printer reads to invoke the best print mode automatically. Another sensor determines whether you've inserted plain paper or glossy media, and adjusts print settings accordingly. This saves consumers the time and confusion of figuring out which paper and print settings to use prior to each print job.

When shopping for a new all-in-one printer that really is user friendly, products with smart features are definitely worth considering, ensuring at home printing is as easy as possible.

- News Canada