People tend to upgrade printers
less frequently than they upgrade
computers because although older
units may lack new features such as
wireless connectivity, they still out-
put just fine. This iOS app interfaces
with companion software installed
on Macs or PCs to enable users to
print everything from webpages and
emails to documents and shipping
labels, directly from Apple “i” devices. Versatile and well
connected, it can even interface with Apple iCals, Google
calendars, address books and more. A lower-powered
(and lower-priced) version also is available for Android
devices. $9.99; mobile.eurosmartz.com
The tablet era has arrived, but paper isn’t obsolete. Although today’s
printers pack more features than ever, there’s one trait that every
model on the market shares: They’ll all continue to drain your wallet
after you leave the store. From toner to paper, printers practically
devour money and spit out receipts (as well as emails, documents
and spreadsheets). So print smarter—and from your smartphone—
with these new models. —John Patrick Pullen
HP LASERJET
PRO M1536
According to
some heady
math by the
folks at Hewlett-
Packard, with
money-saving
features such as
energy savings,
automatic double-
sided output and HP
Smart Web Printing
technology, this color
laser printer can save small busi-
nesses the equivalent of its purchase price
in as few as 11 months. And move over, water cooler,
because top-notch output quality, the ability to print
from any smartphone using HP’s ePrint service (or
using AirPrint for Apple devices) and multifunction
fax/scanner/copier capabilities turn this printer into
a true o;ce hub. $319; hp.com
