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Business Standard
7 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Tech Wrap July 29: Amazon Echo Show 5, New Copilot Mode, JioPC AI cloud
Alexa-powered Echo Show 5 launched. New Copilot Mode in Microsoft Edge. JioPC cloud computer. Legion Pro OLED curved monitor launched in India. Epson EpiqVision Mini laser projectors launched. BS Tech New Delhi Amazon launches Alexa-powered Echo Show 5 (3rd generation) display in India Amazon has rolled out its Echo Show 5 (3rd generation) smart display in the Indian market. This latest version includes a 5.5-inch display, an upgraded speaker system offering double the bass of the previous model, and a built-in camera to support video calls and home surveillance. It continues to support Alexa and now includes a faster processor for improved performance. Microsoft has rolled out a new Copilot Mode in its Edge browser, introducing AI-based features meant to assist users during web browsing. This feature needs to be manually activated. Once enabled, users can search, ask questions, and interact with websites through Microsoft Copilot, which is now embedded into the browser itself. Based on its current capabilities, Copilot Mode is positioned between early-stage AI tools in Chrome and more advanced options in browsers like Perplexity's Comet. Reliance Jio has introduced JioPC, a cloud-based virtual desktop service that can convert any television into a personal computer. Operating through the Jio set-top box, the service eliminates the need for a traditional CPU by leveraging cloud infrastructure. Launched in India, JioPC follows a pay-as-you-go pricing model, with no upfront lock-in fees and no maintenance requirements. The service is currently available at a starting price of ₹600 per month. Lenovo has introduced the Legion Pro 34WD-10 OLED monitor in India, expanding its range of displays tailored for gamers and content creators. This model sports a 34-inch ultra-wide curved OLED screen with a UWQHD resolution of 3440x1440 pixels. Lenovo states the monitor ensures exceptionally fast response times with no noticeable motion blur, making it well-suited for esports and high-frame-rate gaming scenarios. Epson, the Japanese imaging firm, has released two new portable laser projectors in India—the EpiqVision Mini EF-22N and EF-21W. Tailored for home entertainment use, these compact projectors provide Full HD visuals, built-in Dolby Audio, and Google TV integration, all packed in a sleek, modern design. Skullcandy, the American audio brand, has reintroduced its classic Icon headphones with a modern twist in the form of the new Icon ANC on-ear model—almost twenty years after the original's debut. The updated version incorporates active noise cancellation and offers a battery life of up to 60 hours per charge. Additionally, the headphones feature a sweat- and water-resistant build, according to the company. Meta is reportedly set to unveil a new smartwatch in September, equipped with a built-in camera and AI features. According to a 9to5Google report citing DigiTimes, the smartwatch may be announced during Meta Connect, scheduled for September 17–18 in the US. This device is expected to enhance Meta's wearables ecosystem, working alongside its smart glasses and Quest VR headsets. A significant macOS vulnerability has been identified by Microsoft's Threat Intelligence team. Dubbed 'Sploitlight,' this flaw in Spotlight—the built-in macOS search tool—could allow attackers to access sensitive personal information such as Apple Intelligence-linked files and cached data. Amazon India's Great Freedom Festival sale is set to begin on July 31 at 12 pm, with a wide range of discounts on smartphones, gadgets, and other electronics. Prime users will receive early access starting July 30. Amazon will provide bank offers, zero-interest EMIs, and cashback options on select payment methods. It has also revealed discounted prices for select smartphones from brands like Samsung, Apple, OnePlus, and Xiaomi ahead of the sale. Sony has disclosed new information about its upcoming wireless fight stick for PlayStation 5 and PC, called FlexStrike. Initially introduced as Project Defiant during the June 2025 State of Play, FlexStrike marks Sony's debut in the arcade-style controller space. The device is scheduled for a full reveal within the week and is expected to hit the market in 2026, according to a press release. However, the company has yet to share details regarding its pricing or region-specific release plans. Photos claiming to depict a prototype of the iPhone 17 Pro have surfaced online. The images were shared by an X (formerly Twitter) user with the handle '@Skyfops,' and later reposted by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who commented that the prototype 'looks legit.' The design seen in the leak aligns with previous reports that the iPhone 17 Pro will sport a redesigned rear camera module spanning nearly the full width of the device. Apple has released the first public beta of iPadOS 26. Eligible iPad users can head to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates > iPadOS 26 Public Beta. After navigating back, the update will appear. Once visible, select Install Now to begin the upgrade to iPadOS 26. India has surpassed China to become the top exporter of smartphones to the US, driven largely by Apple's expanded iPhone manufacturing in the country. According to Canalys data, India accounted for 44 percent of US-bound smartphone shipments in the quarter ending June 2025. Elon Musk's Neuralink implant has enabled Audrey Crews, who has been paralysed for 20 years, to interact with a computer using only her thoughts. She posted her experience on X via the handle @NeuraNova9, sharing her first attempt at mentally writing her name. This is made possible through brain-computer interface (BCI) technology.
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Business Standard
16 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Epson launches EpiqVision Mini laser projectors in India from Rs 99,999
Epson introduces EpiqVision Mini EF-22N and EF-21W laser projectors in India for home use with fullHD projection resolution, Dolby Audio, Google TV, and 150-inch projection EpiqVision Mini EF-21W and EF-22N New Delhi Japanese imaging solutions company Epson has launched two new smart laser projectors in India –EpiqVision Mini EF-22N and EF-21W. Designed for home entertainment, the portable projectors feature Full HD resolution, Dolby Audio, and built-in Google TV in a compact and stylish design. Price and availability Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-22N: Rs 119,999 Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-21W: Rs 99,999 Epson is offering a warranty of three years or 20,000 hours, whichever comes earlier. EpiqVision Mini EF-22N and EF-21W: Features Both projectors offer a maximum display size of 150-inch in fullHD (1920 x 1080p) resolution. They deliver a brightness of 1,000 lumens for both colour and white, promising vibrant and clear visuals even under ambient lighting. Support for HDR10 and HLG further enhances contrast and clarity. For audio, both projectors come with dual 5W speakers tuned with Dolby Audio. The EpiqVision Mini EF-22N also features a built-in adjustable stand offering 360-degree horizontal and 150-degree vertical movement. Both models sport a metallic build for enhanced portability. Equipped with Google TV, the projectors allow access to a wide range of content from streaming services. They also support Google Cast, enabling content sharing from smartphones, tablets, or laptops without the need for additional devices. Powered by a laser light source, both models offer up to 20,000 hours of maintenance-free operation. Epson said the projectors are energy-efficient and reflect its commitment to environmental sustainability. Key specifications
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- CNN
The best printers of 2025, tested by editors
The best printers we tested Best printer: HP Envy 6555e Printer Best high-volume printer: Brother MFC-J5855DW Inkvestment Tank Printer Is there even such a thing as the best printer? In a product category so often defined by frustrations and failures — trust me, I've been there — your experience with these machines might lead you to believe there aren't any options out there worth a dime. Heck, it might not even feel necessary to own a printer. I'll be the first to admit that I don't call upon the one in my home office very often. But even in a world where physical documents, photos and tickets have gone increasingly digital, rare occasions where we need a reliable printer in our homes still exist. Those school projects aren't going to print themselves. Work-from-home life is sometimes easier to read when you're not staring at a screen all day. Or maybe you have a thick document that needs to be scanned onto your computer ASAP. A good printer should work at a moment's notice, no matter how long it's been since its previous job, and it shouldn't make it a monumental task to refill whenever ink is running low. To find which models fit that bill, I tested some of the latest options from the big names in the industry: HP, Brother, Xerox and Epson. While each possesses a quality that might make it a logical pick for specific needs, two stuck out as the best bang for your buck. HP Envy 6555e All-in-One Printer If you're shopping for a simple printer, the reliable HP Envy 6555e will do everything you need — printing, scanning, copying — at an accessible price. Brother MFC-J5855DW Inkvestment Tank All-in-One Printer The larger ink cartridges in this feature-rich Brother printer run laps around the smaller HP cartridges, making the MFC-J5855DW a wise choice if you know you'll be printing consistently. If you're shopping in this class of printer — where you want the basics and nothing more, nothing less — the HP Envy 6555e (and its Walmart-exclusive identical twin, the Envy 6552e) will meet those simple demands with precision, consistency and simplicity. It's HP's flagship offering for families because for very little investment, you'll have a capable machine that will print basic documents and images, copy and scan with ease and (if you want) never run low on ink thanks to HP's Instant Ink subscription. There's no better combination of value, performance and reliability than the HP Envy 6555e. Unless you're printing hundreds of pages a week, this is the best printer you can buy. Rick Stella, senior testing editor There are hardly any steps to setting up the Envy 6555e. The process is geared toward getting users on the HP Smart app, with a QR code appearing on the unit's touchscreen control panel when it first powers on. HP even goes as far as covering the USB port on the backside of the printer to encourage you to go wireless. I had no trouble connecting to Wi-Fi, making an HP account and printing, all in under half an hour. The printing specs on the Envy 6555e aren't extreme: 10 pages per minute for black ink, and seven pages per minute in color. But that's fine, really. While printing multi-page, text-heavy documents, I encountered no issues. The text was clear and smudge-free. Printing photos wasn't bad, though the colors weren't as vibrant as other printers geared toward that task. HP's recommended monthly page volume for the Envy 6555e caps out at 400 pages. As long as you're under that soft limit, the Envy 6555e will hold up for the long haul. If you expect to print more than that, you're better off with the high-capacity models I cover further down below. Of course, you'll likely be printing far less than that. I've gone literal months between prints on the Envy 6555e and still had no trouble firing it up after the dormant period. Knowing it will be ready to go at any moment, no matter how much downtime it's endured, is a huge part of why the Envy 6555e is my top pick. That trust is paramount. In other words, it just freaking works. The additional functions loaded into such an affordable unit help push the Envy 6555e from a solid choice to a no-brainer. Scanning via the scanner glass or the document feeder produced clear copies of papers and photos. When I put a comparable entry-level printer from Brother through the same scans, the results on the HP did more to clean up imperfections like the creases of a wrinkled receipt. Scans and copies can be uploaded immediately onto the HP Smart app on desktop or mobile. The app is a bit cluttered — there are HP ads on the home page — but it's not hard to navigate once you get your bearings. The Envy 6555e is an inkjet printer, meaning it carries a reputation of being affordable to purchase and expensive to keep stocked with ink. HP's Instant Ink subscription, which comes free for three months with the Envy 6555e, attempts to cut that cost. By connecting your printer to the subscription (and the internet), HP will send you ink whenever you're running low. You pay only for the number of pages you expect to print monthly. There are plans as low as $1.49 for 10 pages per month. It's a tempting offer considering the non-subscription carts, rated to last just 120 pages (color) or 160 pages (black) are not cheap at $25. It's important to distinguish between HP Instant Ink and HP+, which is really just a designation you have to opt into or out of when setting up your printer. While it may sound like an obvious opt-in scenario — doing so grants you a free three-month trial of Instant Ink, an extra year of warranty coverage and additional cloud-based features — be aware that activating HP+ is an irreversible decision that locks your printer into using only HP ink even if you don't subscribe to Instant Ink. Much to the dismay of many litigious customers over the years, the device won't run on cheaper third-party ink. While the consternation over that feature is valid, it didn't weigh heavily on my recommendation here because I would only opt for this HP model if I weren't planning to buy lots of ink. Because, really, this is the printer you should buy if you want something cheap. Just don't confuse cheap with shoddy, as this compact machine is exactly what most households need to satisfy their basic printing needs. Not everyone shopping for a printer wants just the bare minimum. The Brother MFC-J5855DW still keeps costs low while adding greater ink capacity — meaning you'll pay for fewer refills — and a thorough set of features to improve productivity. Though this printer has a significant footprint at 39 pounds, setup isn't challenging once you get it out of the box. The included quick-start guide is comprehensive without going overboard, letting you complete most of the process with or without your phone or laptop — you choose. It takes steps to ease any concerns of mistakes or misalignment by jumping right into using a test printout you can pop onto the scanner to verify everything is installed correctly. Brother's larger ink cartridges are what set this printer apart from my other recommendation. Rated to last 1,500 pages (color) and 3,000 pages (black), they'll call for a replacement far less often than the HP carts compatible with the Envy 6555e. And even when you break down the numbers, Brother's bigger carts don't break the bank. A tri-color refill is $79, meaning it comes out to a little more than 5 cents per page. A $40 refill of the chunkier black cart equates to a little more than 1 cent per page. Your actual results will obviously vary depending on what you're printing, but this is still a better expected yield than what you'll get from HP. Also noteworthy is the fact that magenta, cyan and yellow are split into individual carts and not compiled into one. If you tend to draw from one color more than the others, you won't have to replace the others if they don't run out. Installing the carts is a smooth process, as the compartment is on the front of the unit instead of under the hood. It doesn't feel like I'm digging into the nuts and bolts of the machine just to replace the ink. I tested other printers that can hold even more ink or toner, meaning they'll need to be restocked even less frequently than Brother. But the MFC-J5855DW had the best combination of solid capacity and additional features. Its oversized screen was the easiest to navigate of the group. If you'd rather control with your device, the Brother iPrint&Scan desktop app and Brother Mobile Connect app were my favorites among the accompanying platforms. Both offer a decluttered experience that makes it fast and easy to print, scan or copy. Connectivity via Wi-Fi didn't fail during my testing, and adding the unit to Apple AirPrint was seamless. If you store files on the cloud, I had no trouble syncing up the scanner to Google Drive. The same connections are possible to services such as Box and OneDrive. The smaller factors that made the MFC-J5855DW superior included a beeping notification if you leave anything on the scanner glass and a nozzle-cleaning program to refresh the system after long stretches of downtime. A second paper tray lets you stock two sizes at once, though it does increase the machine's size. If that feels like overkill, I also tested the MFC-J4335DW, which is more than $100 cheaper and shares many of the same qualities. Of course, these are all secondary to impressive printing performance and pace. When I printed a 21-sheet double-sided document that included color graphics, the MFC-J5855DW knocked the job out in a little more than three minutes, by far the fastest of the group. Simpler black-and-white documents can dispense as fast as 30 pages per minute. Its primary paper tray holds up to 250 sheets. The glass scanner and document feeder gave me the fewest issues of the pool of candidates. The entire package adds up to a reliable, value-packed printer that checks pretty much every box for those who want more out of their printer and less of a headache in keeping it in working order. I unboxed and set up each printer either in my own home or in the CNN Underscored NYC offices. Each unit then went through identical tests, which included printing, scanning and copying various documents and images. Throughout the process, the following criteria guided my evaluations. Setup Unboxing to ready: With machines this large, a simple unboxing process can go a long way. I noted any road bumps during the setup process and chronicled what it took to get to the point where I could execute my first print. Connectivity and installation: These days, a printer should connect to your phone or computer with ease, no cables required. I linked up via Wi-Fi and assessed the reliability of the connection over time, plus added each printer to my device for easy access later on. I also tested other connection methods, such as AirPrint. App integration: The best printers work with an accompanying app to operate their functions — like initiating a scan or printing a document — from afar. I navigated each partner app, judging each on its interface and ability. Performance Printing: I put each printer through identical prints, including a 43-page document with multiple colors and graphics, a black-and-white one-sheet typed in various fonts and several pictures included in this guide. The best printers produced clear text and accurate colors. Copying and scanning: I scanned a crumpled piece of paper and a collection of baseball cards to see how clear and accurate each unit's scanning capabilities were. Resolution, color trueness and any artifacts added were the most important facets of this test. Stability and noise: It's not great when a printer disrupts your entire home because it roars through a job or shakes the table it sits on. I favored printers that didn't make a scene. Speed: Especially important to those printing at a higher volume, the speed of a printer can save time. I timed longer print jobs to see how quickly they worked. Additional features: Can it fax? Does it deploy AI? Most brands are constantly releasing new models with updated features, but I tried to cut through the gimmicks to only weigh truly game-changing advancements. Design Interface: From the actual screens and buttons on board to the unit's accompanying app, how easy was it to use? Does it take too many clicks to produce a single print? Is the menu navigable and intuitive? The best printers don't feel like a puzzle to use. Tray capacities: What kinds of paper fit in the printer, and how much can it hold? Models with a larger capacity and thus fewer required refills gained standing in this assessment. Size and weight: The printers I tested are for home use, so the footprint of each mattered. Though hefty units weren't disqualified, their size was noted. Value Ink capacity, refills and subscriptions: The number one issue plaguing printer owners and a huge part of our testing in this exercise, ink capacity and the cost/frequency of refills were paramount. I valued printers that made buying new ink a flexible, accessible process, whether through a subscription or individual purchases. Price: What's an appropriate price to pay if you're not going to be printing regularly? What if you plan to run through a ream per week? I assessed whether each printer merited its price based on suggested usage. Warranty: Printers have a reputation for being unreliable machines. While I aimed to only recommend devices that passed our tests, having the backing of a warranty adds peace of mind. How often will you print? If you're shopping for a printer, you know you'll want to print at least every so often. But the volume and frequency with which you print will affect exactly which kind of printer is best for you. Those whose printing demands don't stretch beyond the occasional document or scan don't need to think too hard here. But users with high-volume printers will be glad they spent a bit more on something that holds more ink. Just look at the ink cartridges that work with my top two picks. HP's carts are rated to yield roughly 120 (color) or 160 (black) pages, while the Brother printers' standard carts predict 1,500 (color) and 3,000 (black) pages. That's a huge difference. The former won't cut it if you print often. The latter will last way longer. If that still doesn't work for you, some of the other models I tested and wrote about further in this guide have even greater capacity. What do you want your printer to do? If you're only printing now and then, the answer to this question might not matter to you. More frequent printers, though, should keep in mind the goals of their print jobs. Simply printing out papers and articles so you don't have to do your reading on screen? The clean text a laser printer supplies might be ideal for you. Searching for rich colors at a fair price? The inkjet models I tested excel in exactly that role. Plus, though these devices are called printers, I find that copying and scanning are often the most common reasons I call my printer into action. If you need to digitize documents for your records, don't sleep on the value of those functions. While modern smartphones can turn a picture into a PDF with relative ease, the document-feeder-style scanners on both of my top picks in this guide can work through a stack of paper much faster. Xerox C235 Color Multifunction Printer You'll get sharp text and rich colors from this Xerox laser printer that might be a bit overpowered for home use. Its toner will last, but be prepared to pay up when it's time to restock. There's really nothing wrong with the print quality on any of the other models I tested, but if text clarity and vivid colors are crucial to you, the Xerox C235 is worth considering. This is a laser printer, meaning it doesn't use reservoirs of ink. Rather, toner is drawn via static charge to mechanisms inside the printer and then heated onto paper. This process works quickly and produces accurate results true to the resolution you see on your computer or phone screen. The C235 is a monster of a printer, weighing in at over 42 pounds, but that heft was the only pain point in an otherwise simple setup process. The unit is packed carefully with an excess of tape. Its toner cartridges are all preinstalled; you just need to remove some pull tabs to activate them. Getting set up with the Xerox mobile and desktop apps, which were easy to navigate like those from Brother, didn't present many challenges. With all these positive remarks, why didn't it earn top billing? Price is the main factor, though I did encounter a few hurdles during testing. The output tray is advertised to handle 100 sheets, but it paused printing twice when holding only nine. There are a glass scanner and a document feeder on board, but the latter couldn't process a paper that wasn't perfectly flat. Xerox's Workflow Central sounds like a valuable suite of AI-powered features — transcribing written notes and converting documents into audio or Microsoft Office files — but it's only available for the price of an added subscription. While I was able to get around those hiccups with more attempts, the cost of the C235 is what kept it from earning a top billing. It's a capable unit that could be worth it for demanding users who need more performance than what my winning choices provide. But you'll have to pay. Not only does this printer cost more up front — at least $400 as of this writing, and if you're buying from Xerox, that's only after a rebate — it's also expensive to restock on toner. A combo pack of black and all three colors will run you nearly $500. (That's not a typo: the toner is more expensive than the printer itself.) Even though that bundle is rated for up to 3,000 pages, it's daunting to commit to that kind of upkeep cost should your printing habits demand it. Epson EcoTank ET-2980 All-in-One Supertank Printer If ink capacity is the only feature that matters to you, this small unit won't need a refill until you've printed through thousands of pages. Put the pros and cons of this printer on the back burner for a second. If the other printers I tested have the ink capacity to go months without a refill, even with moderate use, the Epson EcoTank ET-2980 will run for years. Its ink supply is rated to last 6,500 pages (color) and 8,500 pages (black). While I don't want to go through an entire forest of paper to verify that, know that this is a worthwhile unit if avoiding ink refills is the only concern you have with owning a printer. The difference with Epson's Eco-Tank line is that it forgoes cartridges altogether. Its ink arrives in small plastic bottles that are then poured into reservoirs in the front of the printer. It sounds complicated, but it's not. The bottles have a lid that only dispenses when it's attached to the reservoir's spout, so don't worry about leaks unless you're clumsy. Ultimately, the Brother MFC-J5855DW bested the ET-2980 because it still has more than adequate ink capacity while also offering a cleaner, more feature-rich experience. The onboard interface of the Epson left me wishing I had opted for a step or two up on the Eco-Tank line. Its screen is too small. Its paper tray is less of a tray and more of a chute out the back, meaning your paper is exposed to dust and debris while it awaits duty. The setup process via Epson's app mimics a texting conversation, but its chatbot didn't charm me. I found the experience to be drawn out. Brother MFC-J4335DW INKvestment Tank All-in-One Printer Somewhat of a hybrid mixture of my two top picks, this Brother model runs on the same ink carts as my high-capacity pick. It's just not as feature-rich, yet still pricier than the overall winner from HP. I pitted the Brother MFC-J4335DW up against my overall favorite, the HP Envy 6555e, and the matchup was certainly tight. HP came out ahead because it's priced a bit lower, but Brother's offering is just as worthy of a purchase if you can find the right sale price. It's an especially tempting option if you want the capacity of the more robust MFC-J5855DW without having to pay for upgraded features you don't need. The following FAQs were answered by the author of this guide, associate testing writer Joe Bloss. Are printer ink subscriptions worth it? Are printer ink subscriptions worth it? It depends on whether you're the kind of person who doesn't want to think about refilling. The HP Instant Ink plan that's available with my top pick, the HP Envy 6555e, charges based on the number of pages you expect to print monthly. It starts at $1.79 per month for 10 pages. If you print less than expected, pages roll over. Similarly, if you print more, your account can buy more automatically. Signing up means you don't have to monitor ink levels because HP will ship you more whenever your Wi-Fi-connected printer gets low. What's the difference between laser printers and inkjet printers? What's the difference between laser printers and inkjet printers? The difference is what's used to apply content to paper. Laser printers use toner powder, which makes them more expensive and bulkier but longer-lasting for office settings. Inkjet printers use ink and dye, and while they will run out faster than toner, they make for a more affordable, compact package that works best for printing at home and in other less demanding settings. Do I even need a printer? Do I even need a printer? You'll know the answer to this question best. You may think you don't, only to reverse that thought the next time you actually have to print something. That's why I recommend buying a cheap printer but not going overboard with a model designed to do more than what you need. What is the best way to connect a printer to Wi-Fi? What is the best way to connect a printer to Wi-Fi? You'll likely have fewer connection issues over the life of your printer if you can set it up near your internet router and hardwire it in via an Ethernet cable. But if you're planning on connecting wirelessly, follow the instructions included in your printer's quick-start guide. Across every model I tested, that was the simplest method of getting the printer up and running on Wi-Fi. CNN Underscored has a team of skilled writers and editors with many years of experience testing, researching and recommending products who ensure each article is carefully edited and products are properly vetted. We talk to top experts when applicable to make certain we are testing each product accurately, recommending only the best products and considering the pros and cons of each item. For this article, associate testing writer Joe Bloss put each printer through identical trials to see which is best for certain use cases. Bloss is an experienced product testing writer, having penned several guides across various categories over the years. He's the author of CNN Underscored's guides to the best slot toasters and the best car phone holders.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Epson Introduces Paper Savings Estimator for Point-of-Sale Printers
Online Tool Offers Retail and Hospitality Businesses Insight for Saving Money, Paper and Time LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As businesses look for more ways to cut expenses, improve processes and reduce waste, Epson today announced a paper savings estimator tool for retail and hospitality customers to explore paper savings options for point-of-sale (POS) printing solutions. The new tool allows businesses to estimate how much paper and money could be saved with Epson's Advanced Paper Savings feature, an interactive solution to customize business receipts. "Receipts are printed millions of times a day in retail, but the cost, waste and opportunity loss often go unnoticed. For example, a fleet of 5,000 printers printing 100 12-inch receipts per day is estimated use over $1 million in receipt rolls,1" said John Choi, product manager, Epson America, Inc. "This patented feature to Epson's POS printers shortens receipts without compromising text, distorting logos or requiring software changes." Epson's new online estimator tool helps show the potential savings of Epson's Advanced Paper Savings feature for Epson POS printers, which can lower paper usage and costs by up to 49%.2 Helping pay back the cost of the printer through less paper costs over its lifetime, the Advanced Paper Savings feature uses a combination of technology to reduce paper without distorting receipt layout, preserving logo clarity and text integrity. The feature brings fewer paper roll changes to businesses, allowing staff to focus more on serving customers and running operations efficiently. Epson's Advanced Paper Savings receipt editing features include: Minimizing empty space at the top and bottom of receipts Reducing spacing between each line of text Eliminating unnecessary blank lines between sections Changing the typeface to take up less space without sacrificing readability Reducing the height of the barcode while still ensuring it can be scanned correctly Epson's Advanced Paper Savings Estimator solution will be shown at RSPA RetailNOW from July 27-29 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas at Epson's booth, #415. AvailabilityEpson's Advanced Paper Savings feature is available now for Epson's POS printers. Epson's paper savings estimator tool, where businesses can input information for receipt cost, printer fleet size, receipts per day and receipt length to see personalized savings estimates, can be found at About EpsonEpson is a global technology leader whose philosophy of efficient, compact and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson's goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050. Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of more than JPY 1 trillion. Epson America, Inc., based in Los Alamitos, Calif., is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook ( X ( YouTube ( and Instagram ( 1 Paper saving percentage varies per model and settings. Actual savings with vary.2 Estimates are based on 10,000 printers printing 100 receipts/day. Cost based on $1.60 per 230-ft roll and 12-inch average receipt length. Actual savings will vary. EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2025 Epson America, Inc. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Epson America, Inc. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
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- Campaign ME
Epson shows EpiqVision Mini projectors are ‘Designed for Every Moment'
To launch its EpiqVision Mini smart laser projectors, Epson has collaborated with JWI for a creative campaign that aims to redefine how projectors can add meaning to people's lives. Challenging the stereotype that projectors are often thought of as functional devices for boardrooms or home cinemas, the brand saw an opportunity to reposition the projector as a lifestyle enabler. The campaign, rolling out across the Middle East, Türkiye, Africa, and Central & West Asia, is built on a simple but powerful insight: people don't connect over pixels – they connect over moments. 'In this part of the world, shared experiences are the heartbeat of everyday life,' said Natalie Harrison, Marketing Director at Epson META-CWA. 'We knew that to create true emotional relevance, we had to show how our technology fits into the fabric of family, friendship and togetherness. That meant stepping away from the functional and leaning fully into the emotional.' Designed for Every Moment centres on four unique, story-led films that aim to reflect different audience mindsets. Instead of product demos or spec-led messaging, the projector is subtly woven into real-life scenarios, always as the enabler of something more meaningful. The campaign showcases this in various scenarios from spontaneous couple time to family movie traditions. 'Too often, tech brands focus on what their products do, rather than what they create,' said Ben Thomas, Creative Director at JWI. 'For us, it wasn't about the lumen count or screen size. It was about the feeling. What does this product unlock? What does it allow you to experience? That's where the storytelling began.' To align with Epson's reputation for forward-thinking technology, the team turned to AI to bring the campaign to life. The creative team said it used AI-generated visuals to develop the films, delivering high-quality content quickly and cost-effectively. JWI further claims it accomplished this without sacrificing craft or emotional depth. 'As a brand that leads with innovation, using AI to tell this story felt completely right for Epson,' Harrison added. 'It wasn't a gimmick, it was a smart, strategic decision that allowed us to be creatively ambitious and commercially agile.' Thomas echoed this sentiment: 'We're always exploring new tools to push our ideas further. In this case, AI gave us the flexibility to tell multiple stories for the diverse META-CWA region without certain creative constraints.' The campaign aims to bring a new approach to lifestyle tech marketing, moving away from product demos or spec-led messaging and leaning into what people actually value: spending time together, making memories and enjoying everyday moments. By shifting the focus from functionality to feeling, Epson claims the campaign makes the EpiqVision Mini more appealing and creates a deeper emotional connection with customers. 'It's not just about projectors,' said Harrison. 'It's about bringing people together and reminding people of what really matters.' Credits: Client: Epson META-CWA Creative & Production Agency: JWI
