The release of iOS version 4.2 in November Apple device will enable iPad, iPhone and iPod touch to support new technology AirPrint, which will allow these devices to wireless printing. “AirPrint represents a powerful new system for printing, with the ease of use comparable to iOS – no need to download, install and configure the drivers and additional software — said Philip Schiller, senior vice president of product marketing at Apple. – Users of iPad, iPhone and iPod touch can one touch print documents and pictures wirelessly to printers HP ePrint or other devices for printing, connected to your Mac or PC”.

AirPrint finds available in the local area network printers automatically and allows you to send documents for printing via Wi-Fi. Here it is worth noting that the first support for direct printing with HP printers will support the service online printing ePrint.

“We are delighted to be working with Apple to include support for technologies AirPrint a new line of printers ePrint, we are releasing this fall before the holiday shopping season begins – emphasizes Vayomesh Joshi, executive vice president of printing and digital imaging software with HP. – The main objective of HP – to open the users to easily print the data at any time and anywhere. Members iPad, iPhone and iPod touch will appreciate the ease and convenience of instant printing pages on our new series of printers ePrint”.

According to Apple, the AirPrint technology is compatible with most modern printers – ranging from home inkjet and laser finishing office. Also, the iOS 4.2 devices can print on printers shared by computers running Mac or Windows.

About 20, September, HP plans to present a quite interesting product, HP Photosmart eStation C510, which is a printer with a detachable Zeen tablet.

Interestingly, the tablet based on Android does not have the Gmail service, as well as Android Market application. Perhaps, Android is just a framework for the TouchSmart user interface. This device has a standard Android browser and a few Android applications to print images from Facebook, Yahoo, and Snapfish.

It is known that Zeen is a tablet with a capacitive screen, which runs on Android 2.1 (its retail version, oddly enough, is not equipped with webOS). The solution has an SD memory card slot, support for video, and some prototypes were even equipped with cameras.

Reading e-books is the main purpose of the Zeen tablet, that’s why it has an integrated support for the Barnes & Noble Nook store and ecosystems. Apparently, user would be enabled to print books with the tablet, which will allow HP to sell more ink. The touch screen is not very accurate and generally working with the tablet is far less convenient than with a good Android-smartphone, like Droid Incredible.

Zeen come in two configurations. The first is worth $400 and come bundled with a new Zeus printer, which can connect to the tablet and provide the user with a rich interface and advanced print management settings. Also, the Zeen tablet will be sold separately, but the price is still unknown.

HP announced the launch of new compact models of multifunctional devices, HP LaserJet Pro M1132 and HP LaserJet Pro M1212nf, intended for users working from home or small office.

New HP Smart Install Technology allows customers to print in two minutes after connecting the device to a computer. Simply connect the printer via USB cable without using the installation CD, all the necessary software is in the device’s memory.

The new MFP also uses HP Auto-On/Off Technology providing immediate first page out in all modes of the equipment, and minimum power consumption in the “sleep” mode. In the absence of tasks, the technology automatically adjusts the power settings and sets the printer into mode with minimal power consumption. The devices also utilize advanced HP LaserJet toner cartridges, saving up to 35% energy compared with their predecessors.

HP LaserJet Pro M1132 is a solution for home and office use, for those who need fast, reliable device, which has reduced power consumption and delivers effective performance of everyday office printing, copying and scanning tasks. Instant-on Technology reduces power consumption by 50%, and the Instant-on Copy Technology allows you to save four times more electricity. HP Sure Supply Technology makes it easy to find and purchase cartridges for this unit.

LaserJet Pro M1212nf is a compact device for home or small offices, especially for companies dealing with a large number of documents and small working groups of 8-10 users wanting fast and quality results. Print speed is up to 18 A4 ppm, first page out time is 8.5 seconds, thanks to technology Instant-on. LAN connection and fax unit extend the use of devices.

Advertising industry keeps on developing and strives to get the constant attention of people accompanying them everywhere. Fortunately, along with the continued expansion of advertisement, its relevance increases too, thank to the computer technologies.

According to IDG News Service, the Hewlett-Packard Company plans to use the Yahoo advertising network in a pilot program providing targeted advertising in the newest printers, HP Photosmart. These printers support receiving print jobs via the Internet without a computer. Selection of advertisements will be based on the text content of the documents to be printed.

During the testing of ePrint Center Service, which allows users to subscribe to the printing of such paid materials as newspapers, magazines, various patterns, colorings, HP held two trials where users received advertisements along with printouts of the journal on national American music and one of the leading newspapers of the United States. As noted by Stephen Nigro, senior vice president of HP’s department of images and print, the ads did not annoy people.

Photosmart printers supporting the ePrint Center will be available in the upcoming months. Connecting the printer to a home router will provide it with an IP-address, so the HP advertising service will be able to determine the approximate location of the user and use this information for their purposes.

Display of advertisement can make some printed materials free of charge to users.