Italian tribunal upholds €10 million fine for HP, mandates clearer consumer disclosures on printer cartridge compatibility. In addition to the tribunal’s decision in Italy, Hewlett-Packard (HP) finds itself in further legal turmoil as it faces allegations and potential investigations into anticompetitive practices in the United States. The Recycler reports that these allegations assert that HP has been deploying […]
How long a toner cartridge can last includes two indicators. One is the number of papers that can be printed. This is related to the weight and quality of the toner and the size of the toner bin. Generally, when purchasing a toner cartridge, the number of printed sheets will be marked (the international standard […]
Will HP’s economic woes lead to restrictive consumable policies, impacting sustainability and consumer costs. HP is facing economic challenges as indicated by its latest financial results showing declining revenues. In response, HP is reportedly planning changes to its Dynamic Security feature, a move that’s stirring controversy in the consumables market. Dynamic Security, a technology used […]
①: Leave the toner cartridge alone ②: Place the toner cartridge in a high temperature, high humidity, or cold environment ③: Tear off the seal before use ④: Open the toner cartridge light shield and touch the photosensitive drum ⑤: Place the toner cartridge under strong light ⑥: Pile toner cartridges and other chemical and […]
HP’s recent 50% increase in Instant Ink subscription fees has triggered widespread criticism, pushing consumers to seek more budget-friendly and sustainable printing alternatives. HP is introducing significant price changes for their Instant Ink subscription service users. Starting January 23, 2024, the company will implement a notable increase in subscription fees across all plans. This adjustment, […]
Methods to determine whether the toner cartridge needs to be replaced are: ①Check the print quality. If the printed text is unclear, has missing prints, ghosting, blurring or uneven colors, this is usually a sign that the toner cartridge needs to be replaced. ②Observe the surface condition of the toner cartridge. If the surface of […]
New HP firmware update triggers ‘used or counterfeit cartridge’ alerts, impacting multiple LaserJet Pro models in Europe and Asia. Static Control released a technical bulletin warning of a new firmware update that impacts the HP LaserJet Pro cartridge range of W1490/W1510/W1520. HP released a manual download firmware update on 14th February, affecting cartridges used with the […]
