When the first laser and inkjet printers for PCs arrived in the mid-1980s, they could only print in monochrome, and their respective advantages were obvious. Today, the differences between laser and ...

I'd like to thank Ludovic Guegan (lugu), from whom I copied the base for this work, for inspiring me to do experiment with my printers (RICOH Aficio SP-204) toner chip model and be able to reset it ...

When you refill HP color ink cartridges, you also need to reset the cartridge. Each HP color cartridge contains a chip that communicates with the printer. When the ink in the cartridge becomes low, ...

The best black and white printers, also known as mono printers, can achieve the same high-quality output as their color counterparts while being cheaper to buy and run. With just one black cartridge ...

A new firmware update has rendered some HP LaserJet printers inoperable, even when using HP’s own toner, Ars Technica reports. The update, version 20250209, was released on March 4, 2025 for HP’s ...

Right-to-repair activist and electronics technician Louis Rossmann posted a video blasting the Japanese company, claiming it has updated printer firmware to block or degrade the printing experience ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kaitlyn Wells and Ben Keough Most people don’t really need an all-in-one (AIO) ...

Shopping for a new printer can be surprisingly confusing. Along with navigating all the different brands, you’ll also need to figure out if an inkjet or laser printer is best for your needs. Both of ...

The printer company is still protecting its ink profits. The printer company is still protecting its ink profits. is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and ...