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Static Control responds to firmware situation

Static Control responds to firmware 
September 20, 2016
The largest manufacturer of aftermarket imaging systems and components has stated that its chips for affected cartridges “continue to function correctly”.
The Recycler first reported on the firmware update earlier last week, and reported further complaints from the industry and consumers, with the OEM’s EU helpdesk claiming that it was […]

HP Inc confirms Samsung printer business acquisition

HP Inc confirms Samsung printer business acquisition
September 12, 2016
Recycler Magazine
The OEMs have agreed on the deal, which will see HP Inc acquire Samsung’s printing business for $1.05 billion (€932.8 million).
The Recycler reported late last week that Samsung was mulling over a $1.8 billion (€1.6 billion) sale of its printer business to HP Inc, after the […]

Is your Lexmark Copier a National Security risk?

Is your Lexmark Copier a National Security risk?
Lexmark employees want to block Apex acquisition

May 24, 2016
The workforce is concerned about National security and hacking.
Wirth Consulting have reported that they are in receipt of a copy of a letter sent to President Obama by a group named “Lexmark International for Ethical Conduct”, requesting that the President […]

Lenovo to buy Lexmark?

Lenovo to buy Lexmark?
April 1, 2016 Reported by The Recycler Magazine
The Chinese PC manufacturer is said to be “currently in discussions” with Lexmark to acquire its operations.

A selection of Lenovo’s own printers

ChannelNews reported on claims from “insiders” that suggest Lenovo is looking to acquire Lexmark, adding that it understands “Lenovo is negotiating with Lexmark management […]