The Kodak multifunction All-In-One printer enables families and small business owners to print, scan and copy decent photo quality documents within a fixed budget. With its sturdy matte design and dimensions of 16.5 X 12.6 X 6.7 inches, this handy Kodak model features a responsive 3,8 cm LCD colour screen. It supports WiFi, USB, Google Cloud, Kodak Email printing and direct printing through Kodak's Pic Flick HD app.

When paper handling is considered, the ESP 1.2 All-In-one is endowed with foldable paper trays having a 150 sheet input capacity and supports envelope, label and photo paper media. Low cost printing is ensured by the high yield compatible Kodak ESP 1.2 Wireless All-In-One Ink Cartridges. It uses only two cartridges, one black and one coloured, which further reduces replacement and maintenance costs. Print speed lies anywhere between 8ppm for monochrome and 4.5ppm for colour images.

Driver setup is also relatively easy via the comprehensive CD and the accompanied installation manuals. Considering the drawbacks, the machine lacks an additional feeder, auto duplexing, compatibility with AirPrint and produces a thin colour density as compared to its competitors. Black text appears intense but the colour tones appear translucent when seen under bright daylight at 9600 dpi resolution.

Advantages:

Wireless and direct printing

Manageable size

Supports Cloud, Email and USB printing

Low cost printing due to the high yield Kodak ESP 1.2 Wireless All-In-One Ink Cartridges

Rich monochrome density

Multi-functionality

Foldable paper trays to facilitate good paper handling

Aided with the Kodak Pic Flick HD application

Easy driver setup

Disadvantages:

Lacks AirPrint support

No auto duplexing

Small LCD display

Relatively costly than others in the same segment

Needs improvement in speed

Cartridge Requirements:

The Kodak ESP 1.2 can work decently with these ink cartridges:

Kodak 30XLB Black ink cartridge

Kodak 30XLC Tri Colour ink cartridge

Kodak 30XL Multipack ink cartridges

Conclusion:

Kodak has done an impressive job with this entry-level All-In-one, in terms of connectivity features, low running costs due to the Kodak ESP 1.2 Wireless All-In-One Ink Cartridges and app driven printing. It lags behind in colour output as compared to its competitors and the small LCD display can also cause delay in operations. However, given its acceptable monochrome prints at such a low per page cost, it can be a decent choice for small scale users with a limited budget.

What should be done to prevent paper curl after printing in the Kodak ESP 1.2 Wireless All-In-One?

This problem generally occurs due to enormous heat emitting from the fuser through which the paper goes through. Follow these steps to get rid of this problem and ensure smooth and straight prints over the long haul: