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    Super cool device

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Snowsurfer, Jan 25, 2008.

  1. Snowsurfer

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    Snowsurfer, Jan 25, 2008
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    pixelot Notebook Acolyte

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    No ink? Bogus, dude. :D
     
    pixelot, Jan 25, 2008
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  3. Snowsurfer

    Snowsurfer Rocky Mtn High

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    Read the article it has a special paper with dye crystals, no ink required, actually if you think about it their old instant cameras didn't, use ink either, but this paper is much more advanced. it's supposed to ship 2nd Quarter so this isn't a not happening prototype. :wideeyed:
     
    Snowsurfer, Jan 25, 2008
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    M1chel Notebook Geek

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    And that special paper will cost you?...
    Polaroid almost went bankrupt a few years ago, and they still seem to be on the same "right track" ;).
     
    M1chel, Jan 25, 2008
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  5. Snowsurfer

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    25 to 30 cents same as any other photo paper. ;)
     
    Snowsurfer, Jan 25, 2008
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    Nocturnal310 Notebook Virtuoso

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    Thats how my sony Picture station works... Paper crystals.. it doesnt have a liquid ink...just a paper
     
    Nocturnal310, Jan 26, 2008
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    crash NBR Assassin

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    I guess it's only cost effective if you print pictures, because any other usage would be a waste of the paper.
     
    crash, Jan 26, 2008
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    It would be cool if they made a black/white one for standard size paper (8.5 x 11" here in USA - or A4 in Europe). So many times while I can take my laptop or PDA to do stuff, I frequently have need for a printer. It would be really cool to have a portable printer like that. I'm assuming black/white paper would be a lot easier and cheaper to make, but maybe not.
     
    HTWingNut, Jan 26, 2008
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  9. Snowsurfer

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    Well I like it because of its size about the same as a Blackberry and it's rechargeable, so it's truly portable. The video indicates they will make larger models too, and also the technology could be built right into a cellphone.
     
    Snowsurfer, Jan 26, 2008
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    If they made a bigger one I would think about it. A 4x6 would be useful, but one that could print up to a full size paper would be great. I would love to have a usable photo printer where I didn't have to buy ink and special paper - just some paper that does it all.
     
    CalebSchmerge, Jan 27, 2008
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  11. toe4

    toe4 Notebook Geek

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    blah blah blah
    the last thing i need is little 2x3 pictures stuck all over my house
     
    toe4, Jan 28, 2008
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  12. liam2051

    liam2051 Notebook Consultant

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    and you need to carry a printer around in your pocket because???? :/
     
    liam2051, Jan 28, 2008
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    Nice device!
     
    jacklazara, Jan 28, 2008
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  14. Snowsurfer

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    What!?!?!? I can't believe you even asked that. The answer is of course "because I can!":laugh:
     
    Snowsurfer, Jan 28, 2008
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  15. liam2051

    liam2051 Notebook Consultant

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    ok ur one of those creepy nerdy types who need absolutely every gadget no matter how stupid it is aren't u
     
    liam2051, Jan 30, 2008
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