xPrintServer: making iPad and iPhone printing easy

Convert a non-AirPrint printer to be compatible with your iOS devices using this innocuous white box.

By Creative Bloq Staff
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Our Verdict

Expensive and not as comprehensive as it claims to be, but it works well with compatible printers.

For

  • Ease of use
  • Saves hassle of buying a wireless printer

Against

  • If your printer's not on the list, prepare to be frustrated
  • Pricey - a new printer may be cheaper!
  • Must be wired to your router

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The Lantronix xPrintServer Home Edition lets you use AirPrint with USB and network-connected printers that don’t enjoy this feature. It’s easy to set up; connect the Ethernet port to your router, and if your printer is USB, plug it into the device’s USB port.

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The Verdict
6

out of 10

Lantronix xPrintServer Home Edition

Expensive and not as comprehensive as it claims to be, but it works well with compatible printers.

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