HP releases new firmware update

HP has released a new firmware update, version 2512A, for its laser printers, affecting users of cartridge models HP CF259 and W2030/1/2/3. The update, issued on 27 May 2025, has raised concerns within the aftermarket community, with fears of potential lock-outs or compatibility issues. Source: therecycler  

HP firmware updates confirmed

HP firmware updates continue to affect third-party cartridge compatibility. The latest versions impact OfficeJet and LaserJet models, prompting users to check before installing. HP has released new firmware updates affecting a range of OfficeJet and LaserJet printers, raising concerns among users reliant on third-party cartridges. Firmware version 2514A, dated 6 May 2025, applies to HP […]

HP’s Instant Ink price hikes: Profits up, value down?

Consumers face higher subscription costs as HP posts strong earnings and steps up share buybacks. HP is once again raising prices for its Instant Ink subscription service. The move, effective from 24 April, adds up to 50% to some plans and comes amid growing criticism that HP is prioritising shareholders over customers. In Switzerland, the […]

How not to do firmware updates?

HP users are facing fresh frustration after a firmware update left some of its printers inoperable, displaying error messages that prevent them from using even HP-branded ink cartridges. Complaints have flooded HP’s support forums and social media, with affected devices stuck in a non-functional state. The Ars Technica website reports that the fault appears linked to HP’s Dynamic Security update. […]

Fujifilm announces consumables price increase

Fujifilm Graphic Communications raises production print consumables prices in response to ongoing market challenges in Europe. Fujifilm Graphic Communications announced price increases to a range of its consumables and services as the European production printing market continues to experience cost pressures. Although inflationary trends have stabilised since last year, Fujifilm remains affected by challenges including […]

HP Firmware Update

Recently,HP released a new firmware update for printers that use the 95X series cartridges. The new firmware version identified is 2502A, 2502B, and 2502AR

Classification of toner cartridges

Toner cartridges are the most important consumables for laser printers. Laser printer toner cartridges can be divided into the following three categories according to the combination method: ①Integrated toner cartridges: photoconductive drum (photosensitive drum), magnetic drum (developing roller) and toner cartridge are integrated toner cartridges. In principle, this toner cartridge design structure does not allow […]

Many shipping companies announced that prices will increase from November 15!

Many shipping companies announced that prices will increase from November 15! With the arrival of November, many shipping companies have announced a new round of freight rate adjustment plans. These adjustments involve many important shipping routes, including Europe, the Mediterranean, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Shipping companies such as MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, […]

HP Firmware Update

There are increasing reports that HP has released a new firmware update and that HP has modified the new 2508048 series firmware. These changes may block or modify the functionality of third-party supplies. The affected replacement toner cartridges are listed as 59A/X CF259A/X 89A/X/Y CF289A/X/Y 415A/X W2030/1/2/3A/X 212A/X W2120/1/2/3A/X 213A/X/Y W2130/1/2/3A/X/Y W9008MC W9024MC W9090/1/2/3MC Upgrading […]

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