Typical price: £140
What is it: Inkjet colour photo printer
What we think: Speed and economy make the HP Photosmart 8250 a reasonable choice for family photo printing
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 16 September 2005
Tags: HP, HP Photosmart 8250, setup, special effects, video clips
We like:
Economical and fast when using the default settings; robust standalone operation; multiple connectivity options; Mac and Windows compatible
We don't like:
Grainy prints; large and heavy
CNET UK judgement:
Speed and economy make the HP Photosmart 8250 a reasonable choice for family photo printing
Full review:
The HP Photosmart 8250, a replacement for the Photosmart 8450, retains the 4,800x1,200dpi resolution, the long-life Vivera inks, and the relatively speedy printing of its predecessor, but replaces the old print engine with a radically redesigned one. Rather than using the old tricolour ink-cartridge systems with their built-in printheads, HP has switched to an innovative reservoir system fed from six separate ink tanks. The individually replaceable ink cartridges and recycling system coupled with bulk paper purchases mean 100x150mm prints can cost very little. Continue Reading...
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