After years of loyal (some might say masochistic) service to the Canon printer empire, I finally broke free!
Last week, I, a creature of habit, even bought another Canon. Oh, the foolish optimism! The WiFi setup, a task that I believe Canon engineers designed specifically for masochists and telekinetic wizards, proved utterly impossible. My router and the printer engaged in a silent, passive-aggressive standoff, refusing to acknowledge each other's existence despite my increasingly desperate pleas (and a few muttered expletives). Back to the seller it went, a monument to my fleeting hope for a wirelessly connected life.
And then, like a beacon in the inky blackness of my printer-related despair, came the Epson XP-8700. What a revelation! I swear, the setup process was so easy, I thought I'd accidentally downloaded a self-installing spiritual guide. It practically set itself up while I was still trying to locate the power button. No wrestling with cryptic error messages, no consulting ancient online forums for a solution to a problem only five other people on Earth have ever encountered. Just… it worked. It connected to my WiFi faster than I can say "ink cartridge replacement."
But wait, there's more! Not only did this printer spare me from a nervous breakdown, it also looks like it belongs in a sleek, minimalist art gallery, not my cluttered home office. Its compact design is a breath of fresh air compared to the blocky, utilitarian appearance of its predecessor. And the functionality? Oh, the functionality! The intuitive touchscreen is so user-friendly, even my technophobe dog could probably navigate it (if she had opposable thumbs, which, thankfully, she doesn't).
This bad boy isn't just a pretty face. It prints photos that actually look like photos, not blurry approximations of them. The separate ink cartridges are a godsend – no more replacing an entire multi-color cartridge because I ran out of just one shade of blue! It has automatic duplex printing, saving trees and my sanity. And the front-loading paper tray? Pure genius! No more contorting myself to load paper from the back, feeling like I'm performing some kind of printer-based yoga pose. Plus, it's got a dedicated photo tray, so you don't have to swap out paper every time you want to print a masterpiece. And yes, it scans and copies with admirable speed and clarity – a true all-in-one champion.
In conclusion, if you're teetering on the edge of printer-induced madness, do yourself a favor and buy the Epson XP-8700. It's not just a printer; it's a therapeutic experience. My blood pressure has plummeted, my WiFi is no longer an enigma, and I can finally print without wanting to throw something out the window. Bravo, Epson. Bravo!
| Product dimensions | 13.3D x 15.4W x 7.5H centimetres |
|---|---|
| Controller type | Android |
| Maximum Supported Paper Size | 8.5 x 47 inch |
| Included components | Epson Expression Premium XP-7100 Print/Scan/Copy Wi-Fi Printer, Black, Amazon Dash Replenishment Ready |
| Print media | Envelopes |
| Scanner type | Photo, Sheetfed |
| Max input sheet capacity | 200 |
| Max copy speed (black and white) | 32 ppm |
| Display type | LCD |
| Compatible devices | Smartphones, PC |
| Maximum colour print resolution | 1200 x 2400 dpi |
| Sheet size | Legal |
| Maximum black and white print resolution | 1200 dpi |
| Warranty type | Limited |
| Colour depth | 30 bpp |
| Dual-sided printing | Yes |
| Maximum copies per run | 100 |
| Item model number | C11CH03401 |
| Manufacturer | Epson |
| Form Factor | All-in-One |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Connectivity Type | Wi-Fi |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 1 |
| Power Source | AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Operating System | Windows & Mac |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Item Weight | 8.2 kg |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
