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    Cheaper to buy new scanner than ink!

    Priced ink for my all-in-one (print, scan, copy) HP scanner. Found out I could buy a newer version, model F4440, for less than the price of ink. Two ink cartridges were over $60. I paid $59 at Walmart for a new scanner that's better than my first. Looks like scanners are throw away when the ink is out. Unbelievable!

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    My dad mentioned this exact situation the last time he bought a new printer (the situation being the reason he bought a new one).

    Ink is such a gouge it's ridiculous.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 86 IROC-Z View Post
    My dad mentioned this exact situation the last time he bought a new printer (the situation being the reason he bought a new one).

    Ink is such a gouge it's ridiculous.
    Hence why the $10 do it yourself refill kits are so popular.

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    Be careful, the new scanners do not come with fully standard ink tanks. That's one reason they are cheaper.

    There are a few places that sell replacement ink tanks cheaper. But, I don't know if any of those places carry Lexmark ink tanks. IMHO Lexmark is really a scam company that "gives away" printers and then makes the user by Lexmark only tanks. Also, Lexmark printers often use *way* more ink than any other printer. Hmm, coincidence? NOPE!

    FWIW: I like Cannon. So far, I've had good luck with the G&G Compatible Canon Ink Cartridges. Amazon even has some G&G Ink Cartridges listed.

    That's one of the reasons why I like Cannon printers.
    I can typically get G&G cartridges for less than 1/2 the Cannon Cartridges price.

    I use my printer mainly for printouts. So, I'm not looking for the "best/longest lasting ink". Still, the G&G ink looks just as good as the Cannon ink on typical paper. BTW: Fading happens mainly on photo paper and when exposed to the sun. Regular paper absorbs the ink much more.

    IMHO, use Walmart for hard copy of pictures! It's cheaper (figure out the actual cost per print!), and you get better prints.

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    I get my ink here. Have had no problems. I've bought the HP, Brother and Epson cartridges.

    http://www.clickinks.com/default.aspx

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    I did check the price of ink for my new printer and the black was $14 so that's not too bad. Not near as bad as the old printer.

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    Quote Originally Posted by KahanaReef View Post
    I get my ink here. Have had no problems. I've bought the HP, Brother and Epson cartridges.

    http://www.clickinks.com/default.aspx
    Don't see my F4440 listed on that site. Maybe it's too new.

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    If you've been using an HP printer, that's your first mistake.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SiggyZ View Post
    If you've been using an HP printer, that's your first mistake.
    I've got to say that my HP Deskjet 6980 series has been a great no issues, wireless printer. I think HP is far better than it was say 10 years ago. There was a time when I swore I would never buy another HP computer. As a matter of fact, it was Compaq/HP that made me start building my own desktops in the late 90's.

    But, this custom laptop (you know which one) has been surprisingly reliable and I don't regret going with HP at all.

    The fact that I am actually defending HP is kind of funny considering I was a avid HP basher not so very long ago

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    Quote Originally Posted by Larry View Post
    Don't see my F4440 listed on that site. Maybe it's too new.
    Are your cartridges HP 60?

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    Quote Originally Posted by KahanaReef View Post
    Are your cartridges HP 60?
    yes, the black and color have 60 on them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Larry View Post
    yes, the black and color have 60 on them.
    Then, they have it. I buy the +3 deals.

    Here you go:

    http://www.clickinks.com/2666/Printe...ombo-Pack.html

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    Quote Originally Posted by KahanaReef View Post
    I've got to say that my HP Deskjet 6980 series has been a great no issues, wireless printer. I think HP is far better than it was say 10 years ago. There was a time when I swore I would never buy another HP computer. As a matter of fact, it was Compaq/HP that made me start building my own desktops in the late 90's.

    But, this custom laptop (you know which one) has been surprisingly reliable and I don't regret going with HP at all.

    The fact that I am actually defending HP is kind of funny considering I was a avid HP basher not so very long ago
    Computers maybe but their printers don't hold a candle to Brother printers and the cartridges are twice as much over the Brother cartridges.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SiggyZ View Post
    Computers maybe but their printers don't hold a candle to Brother printers and the cartridges are twice as much over the Brother cartridges.
    Well, I can tell you that my Brother Fax/copier is the biggest ink guzzler of any that I've owned. As a matter of fact, it was that fax that had me searching for cheaper ink. It does this stupid self cleaning thing that you can't turn off. So, even if you don't use it for a few months, you're still out of ink So, I have to shut it off. Problem is, when I have an incoming fax, that doesn't work out well for me

    So, I'll have to give props to HP for bettering their product line.

    When is the last time you owned an HP printer?

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    Quote Originally Posted by KahanaReef View Post
    Then, they have it. I buy the +3 deals.

    Here you go:

    http://www.clickinks.com/2666/Printe...ombo-Pack.html
    $47 for both inks. Almost what I paid for the printer. Thanks for the link though. Hopefully I won't need it soon.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Larry View Post
    $47 for both inks. Almost what I paid for the printer. Thanks for the link though. Hopefully I won't need it soon.
    Yeah, it's cheaper when you buy three or more. That's what I do a couple times a year. Works out saving me money. But, it depends on your usage.

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    Quote Originally Posted by KahanaReef View Post
    Well, I can tell you that my Brother Fax/copier is the biggest ink guzzler of any that I've owned. As a matter of fact, it was that fax that had me searching for cheaper ink. It does this stupid self cleaning thing that you can't turn off. So, even if you don't use it for a few months, you're still out of ink So, I have to shut it off. Problem is, when I have an incoming fax, that doesn't work out well for me

    So, I'll have to give props to HP for bettering their product line.

    When is the last time you owned an HP printer?
    I'll agree with you there on the Brother printer self cleaning thing. I sometimes hear mine making noises at night. We have all Brother printers here at the office and did recently have newer HPs that constantly had problems. Both companies here did and now we both have the same model Brother printers and they've been great.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SiggyZ View Post
    I'll agree with you there on the Brother printer self cleaning thing. I sometimes hear mine making noises at night. We have all Brother printers here at the office and did recently have newer HPs that constantly had problems. Both companies here did and now we both have the same model Brother printers and they've been great.
    I've heard the same thing wake me up at night. My office is off my bedroom. I'll go to make a copy and it will tell me I have to change the ink. And, I hadn't even made so much as a copy since the last time I did. Makes me very angry. So, I have to keep it shut off or I'll end up throwing it against a wall one day

    I really have had no issues with the HP printer I mentioned. It's been a few years now too. I actually love it

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    Quote Originally Posted by SiggyZ View Post
    I'll agree with you there on the Brother printer self cleaning thing. I sometimes hear mine making noises at night. We have all Brother printers here at the office and did recently have newer HPs that constantly had problems. Both companies here did and now we both have the same model Brother printers and they've been great.
    I always wondered why the printer would run at random times even when off. I had a hp and it didnt even last a year. It would not print in color even with new cartridges and a cleaning. It was fun throwing it out the front door and seeing it get destroyed though.

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