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Post by Everton on Feb 16, 2018 6:24:43 GMT -5
postimages.org/I added a link to this site in a post in Digital Imaging. I have posted it again here so more people will see it, and Digital Imaging does not seem to attract much interest. Postimages is a very good replacement for photobucket image hosting. It is very simple to use. You may create an account if you want to (I have) and there is also a Windows Desktop app can be downloaded that allows direct uploads clicking the icon (see menu attachment which I also did with the app, click for full size) Alternately you can just access the site directly to upload, either as a one off or by logging in if you have an account where your previous uploads are visible and can be put into albums. From there you have various formats to share them with. So far I have found it excellent. 
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rosom
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Post by rosom on May 1, 2018 0:44:23 GMT -5
I would like to see more information on photo printing. All kinds of printers, CISS Units, Printer firmware notice.
Anything that concerns photographic printing large or small. Different types and qualities of printers etc..
Printer ink supply that don't need your banker to purchase! Firmware update after an automatic net update that don't allow non Epson cartridges to be used. (I have information how to return firmware downgrade to use any type carts. Ink supple very reasonable. Quality as good or exceeds manufacturers quality).
Thanks, ROSOM
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Post by Everton on May 1, 2018 7:26:19 GMT -5
Quite honestly I have never believed here is any good reason to update printer firmware or install new drivers UNLESS the printer is not working properly. Others may (and probably will) disagree.
I do not have an Epson printer (I did have one, it was very good until it died) but I am assuming you have some sort of updating software installed if you have had an auto update of firmware for it. If you don't want the firmware updates and the enforced non compatibility of non Epson ink cartridges then why not uninstall the update software?
Do be aware though that by using generic inks your guarantee for your machine is null and void.
I have two printers - Canon IP4300, not an expensive one but it prints photos as good as if not better than professionally printed ones up to A4 size. The temptation to purchase a top of the range A3 size printer is always there but for the number of times I require a print that large it is easier to get them done commercially. Top of the range photo specific printers are very expensive.
My other one is a $30 HP2540 multi function that I use for copying and scanning and everyday printing.
I have used generic inks with the HP machine - for what I use it for they are fine.
However,with my Canon printer which I keep just for photo printing I prefer to use the branded cartridges. Sometimes the results from cheaper generic cartridges can appear at first to be as good quality as branded ones but you may find the images do not last as well, and can fade significantly.
I can not advise on Ink supply outlets for your country. Someone else may be able to help there. In many cases with cheaper printers it is less expensive to buy a new one, a situation I find ridiculous. There must be thousands upon thousands of perfectly usable printers getting binned every day.
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Post by bigbarney on May 1, 2018 8:19:19 GMT -5
postimages.org/I added a link to this site in a post in Digital Imaging. I have posted it again here so more people will see it, and Digital Imaging does not seem to attract much interest. Postimages is a very good replacement for photobucket image hosting. It is very simple to use. You may create an account if you want to (I have) and there is also a Windows Desktop app can be downloaded that allows direct uploads clicking the icon (see menu attachment which I also did with the app, click for full size) Alternately you can just access the site directly to upload, either as a one off or by logging in if you have an account where your previous uploads are visible and can be put into albums. From there you have various formats to share them with. So far I have found it excellent. As I have said before, I use Google Photos as my host. Every time I take a picture with my phone, it automatically uploads to Google Photos. Simple then to post a link to it here. For example.........my new water feature photos.app.goo.gl/2zYnVeMZVeumrNJ42 |
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Post by jholland1964 on May 1, 2018 8:26:35 GMT -5
Quite honestly I have never believed here is any good reason to update printer firmware or install new drivers UNLESS the printer is not working properly. Others may (and probably will) disagree. I do not have an Epson printer (I did have one, it was very good until it died) but I am assuming you have some sort of updating software installed if you have had an auto update of firmware for it. If you don't want the firmware updates and the enforced non compatibility of non Epson ink cartridges then why not uninstall the update software? Do be aware though that by using generic inks your guarantee for your machine is null and void. I agree 100% with your recommendations and comments. The only time I have actually updated firmware or a driver for a printer, any printer, is when I changed from my old XP computer to a new Windows 7. That update was required because the printer was very old and I do mean very old. I had another printer at the same time that did not require an update and actually never has required one, never had one offered either. I didn't even have to do it when I got my Windows 10 computer, my two printers both were compatible with Windows 10. Anytime I have had a problem with my printers I just uninstalled them and reinstalled them again using the original disks containing the drivers. That has always worked for me, with the exception of the change of operating systems years back. That did require an updated driver at that time. Like Everton I have two printers. One is an HP multi function that I use for copying and scanning and everyday printing and the other is an HP Compact Photo printer for printing 4 x 6 photos. That particular printer is probably 10 years old and works like it did on day one. I have never used generic ink with either printer. The ink lasts a long time with both but of course it depends how much and what you print. I honestly don't print many pictures anymore except the 4 x 6 ones using that HP Compact Printer and those I do for friends mainly. Like Everton I have found it is easier and generally cheaper to have large photos printed commercially. Many places do that today and its inexpensive and fast. I know here CVS, Walgreens, Wal-Mart all have photo printing of most sizes of photos. I know Wal-Mart prints poster sizes if you want starting with 11 x 14 all the way up to 20 x 30. They print banners, board prints and pretty much every kind of paper you would want. Easy and inexpensive too. Most of them can be done in one day. |
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Post by rosom on Jul 15, 2018 0:21:42 GMT -5
The latest information I have on printer firmware is "Do not update printer firmware" It is standard and not needed unless as Judy stated the printer is extremely old and going from an ancient OS to the new windows 10. If you do update the firmware you will not be able to use any cartridges except the extremely high factory OEM type! USING OTHER THAN FACTORY INK DOES "NOT" VOID YOUR WARRANTY! It was noted in the court case a few years back. However, when and if you need to send back a printer for service or defective etc. they require you NOT to send the cartridges anyway. Even if it was unlawful to use other type ink, how would they know without you telling them? In the past few years, I have had printers stop working and have to return with no problems at all.
There are many good types of cartridges on the market. Yes, some may not be above board. The service I use stands behind all his items. My Canon MX922 (also all my Epsons) printer(s) use this ink with never a problem for many years. I use a lot of ink. One of my printers prints up to 13x19 inch prints. The cost is very economical. The printer companies sell a low cost printer and make their money on ink! If you bought a gallon at their cost of the amount each cartridge has, it would be over $5000.00.!!!!!. If it is legal to post a link to his business, you can read his monthly newsletter for all the updates and information. If legal and anyone wants to read the information, I'll post the link next post.
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Post by Everton on Jul 15, 2018 3:22:59 GMT -5
Your guarantee is protected even if you use generic inks. The law governing this is “Magnuson Moss Warranty Improvement Act United States Code Annotated Title 15 Commerce and Trade Chapter 50 Consumer Product Warranties 15 Sections 2302.”
BUT if the cause of the damage is directly linked to the use of the generic ink then the guarantee is not applicable. The manufacturers do not need the cartridges to tell what ink has been used - there will be enough remaining in the machine to determine this.
If you are using a low cost printer this is not a problem..
If it is a top of the range photographic quality printer then that is a different story.
My own experience is that generic inks appear to be fine for printing photos but the quality does not last as well as the correct ones. Not a problem if you don’twant your prints to last for decades. Pretty much what I said in my second post.
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