PRINTITRESELLER.UK 27 WHAT’S NEW Brother refreshes inkjet lineup Brother has refreshed its lineup of A4 mini business and mini regular inkjet printers. The launch follows the recent introduction of its ‘tankbenefit’ range, which saw the business enter the Western European refillable tank printer market for the first time. The new MFC-J4350DW and the MFC‑J4550DW mini business models come with 350 pages of black and colour ink in-box, feature 20 images per minute (ipm) print speeds, automatic two-sided printing, and support for 5GHz wireless connectivity. The MFC-J4350DW includes a 4.5cm LCD screen, 150-sheet front-loading paper tray with 20-sheet automatic document feeder and 150-sheet paper output. The MFC-J4550DW has an upgraded 6.8cm LCD, dual paper trays offering a total input capacity of 400 sheets, wired LAN and USB support. All four new A4 mini regular models – DCP‑J1260W, DCP-J1310DW, DCP-J1360DW and DCP-J1460DW – feature 16 ipm print speeds, two-sided printing (excluding the DCP-J1260W), flatbed scan and copy, 150-sheet paper input, 50-sheet paper output, USB and upgraded 5GHz wireless connectivity. Each model includes 200-page in-box inks and supports optional 500-page supplies. The new devices will be sold in Brother UK’s new fully recyclable, non-polystyrene brown carboard packaging, helping businesses to comply with workplace recycling legislation and contribute to their sustainability goals. www.brother.co.uk Konica Minolta completes AccurioPress range The launch of the new AccurioPress C10500 and C10500S production presses completes Konica Minolta’s C14010 series range. Ideal for commercial printers, in-house print rooms, and high-volume enterprises, the presses deliver high quality output with minimal intervention, using smart technology to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort. The AccurioPress C10500 and C10500S maximise uptime and minimise manual intervention with automatic adjustments and monitoring using the IQ-601 Intelligent Quality Optimizer Unit for precise colour profiles and IM-104 Intelligent Media Sensor to identify paper type and weight - for unattended, uninterrupted printing, delivering flawless print results faster. Both presses offer exceptional image quality, speeds up to 105 pages per minute, and versatile media handling across a broad range of media, including thin and thick paper (up to 450 g/m), long sheets up to 1,300 mm, embossed paper, envelopes, polyester, and cut‑sheet labels. The AccurioPress C10500 and C10500S utilise Konica Minolta’s innovative Simitri V toner, which delivers an offset matte finish while supporting high productivity with lower fusing temperatures, reducing energy use and paper impact. www.konicaminolta.co.uk AI-powered foldables Samsung has announced the global availability of its latest foldable smartphones, Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 – its thinnest, lightest and most advanced Z series devices yet. Powered by cutting-edge performance and seamlessly integrated Galaxy AI, they are intelligent, adaptive companions that anticipate and respond to user needs in real-time. Galaxy’s true AI companion experience has also been optimised for the foldable format, enabling fluid interactions across more apps and the larger screen. Also new is the Galaxy Watch8 series, which features advanced sensor technology and creates an intuitive AI-powered experience to help users fulfil a healthier, more connected life, while its ultra-thin cushion design and Dynamic Lug system flex naturally for all-day comfort and more precise sensor contact. www.samsung.com Sharp launches Synappx Cloud Print Sharp has extended its range of print management solutions with the addition of Synappx Cloud Print which offers SMEs a simple, cost-effective cloud-based print management solution that is easy to install, use and maintain. The new solution has been designed to work hand in hand with Job Accounting II (JAII), providing options for on-premise and cloud management of printing tasks. Administrators also have a full view of all printing tasks happening within an organisation, wherever they are. In addition, they can review printing usage, run reports, set rules and more. Synappx Cloud Print makes useronboarding easy, automatically generating welcome emails which include a PIN code so new users can start using the system straightaway. Administrators can easily discover, add, and remove MFPs and re-use licenses, providing flexibility and convenience. The platform promotes sustainable print behaviour by encouraging users to print only necessary documents and offers proactive control over printing resources, resulting in reduced waste and costs. Developed and optimised to work seamlessly with Sharp’s full range of MFPs and printers, Synappx Cloud Print is zero trust network by design, ensuring that all print files stay protected on LAN behind a firewall, while all data is encrypted. It is fully integrated with Entra ID and Google Workspace, preventing unauthorised users from accessing sensitive business documents or data. Additionally, the product offers secure pull-printing and print auditing, increasing visibility for administrators of print tasks taking place across their organisation. www.sharp.co.uk
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