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Firmware updates are designed to keep your HP printer performing smoothly by adding new features, fixing bugs, and improving security. However, for some users, these updates can sometimes cause compatibility issues with third-party ink cartridges or change printer settings unexpectedly. That’s why many HP printer owners prefer to have full control over when or if these updates occur. Fortunately, HP provides options that allow you to disable automatic firmware updates, either directly on y …

Looking to jump into the world of sublimation printing and explore some new materials to print with? Then this roundup of our best sublimation printer models on offer is sure to be a more than illuminating read for you! Sublimation printer technology is amongst the latest printer innovations that promise greater flexibility and project diversity for creative printer users. This modern style of making and creating utilises phenomenal sublimation printing technology that allows printer users to p …

Have you ever printed single-sided sheets for a document that easily could’ve been double-sided? In some cases, you might have just forgotten you had the opportunity for double-sided printing. In others, you may not have actually been able to work out if your printer even supports double-sided printing. Double-sided printing is by no means new to the world of printing technology, and yet somehow not all printer models are capable of double-sided printing. Printer features have come a long …

When it comes to buying a new printer, wondering where to purchase replacement ink cartridges used to be a strong consideration. In fact, sourcing replacement cartridges for a good price used to be such an arduous task that cartridge availability would generally dictate what kind of printer you would end up purchasing. Thankfully, printer owners have been able to rest easy on this front with the help of CartridgesDirect, and other reputable online vendors. However, the new question to ask i …

Finding the perfect printer starts with choosing the best printer brand. Commonly misconceived to be an industry that is dying out, print is evolving to meet modern-day demands and the advancements with printing technology are seriously impressive. Naturally, the brands behind this common goal of modernisation are typically the best printer brands in the market. Despite specialising across different types of print, these 6 printer brands have proven to be the best and most reliable manufact …