HP launches new laser printers

Darius Chang | Oct 18, 2006

At the Indian capital of New Delhi, HP announced its latest range of laser and multifunction All-in-One printers for the Asia market.

At its HP SmartOffice launch, the company is taking care of business by launching two new monochrome laserjets, one color laserjet, one monochrome All-in-One (AIO) and two color multifunction printers (MFP). Based on a universal HP printer driver, which is backward-compatible with HP printers from the past five years, it greatly simplifies installation and management of imaging tools.

The flagship series of MFPs consists of the HP Color LaserJet CM1015 and CM1017, which are, according to the manufacturer, the first of their class to break the US$599 (S$947.11) price barrier. However, functionality is not compromised and it includes perks like a 2.4-inch color LCD display on the CM1017. For businesses on a budget, the HP LaserJet 3050z AIO offers a compact machine for printing, copying, faxing and scanning at an affordable price.

The HP Color LaserJet 2700 series is a good choice for consumers looking to replace their aging monochrome printer, while the HP LaserJet P3005 replaces the older LaserJet 2420/2430 for a speedy 35-page per minute black-and-white networked printing solution. Last, but not least, those with basic printing needs will appreciate the affordability of the monochrome LaserJet P2015.

The Color LaserJet CM1015/CM1017 and LaserJet 3050z will be available from this month at US$599 (S$947.11) and US$319 (S$504.39), respectively. The Color LaserJet 2700, LaserJet P3005 and LaserJet P2015 will cost US$599 (S$947.11), US$649 (S$1,026.17) and US$329 (S$520.20), respectively, and will be in stores from November 2006.