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What is it: All-in-one printer, scanner, fax and copier
What we think: Slow print times, bad output quality and a horrific design make for a disappointing device
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 12 August 2009
Tags: Brother, Brother MFC-5890CN, camera, LCD screen, printers
We like:
Large, colour LCD screen
We don't like:
Poor output quality; slow print times; ugly and impractical design; lacks wireless networking
CNET UK judgement:
The Brother MFC-5890CN is hands down the worst printer to have taken up space in our lab. From the irritating initial set-up to the horrendous output quality and slow print speed, this device is one of the easiest ways we can think of to flush £160 down the drain
Full review:
The Brother MFC-5890CN all-in-one printer, scanner, fax and copier leaves many unanswered questions in its wake. Who designed this eyesore? Why is it so expensive? Did Brother forget to test out the features before production? What have we ever done to deserve this? Whatever the answers, one thing is certain: we're extremely dissatisfied with this £160 machine. Continue Reading...
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