by stefanie | Mar 27, 2019 | World Focus
The Recycler has learned that a new firmware update implemented by Brother could be affecting the usage of some third-party cartridges. This week, The Recycler was informed that Brother has launched firmware updates for its HL-L3270CDW, HL-L3230CDW, DCP-L3510CDW,...
by stefanie | Feb 18, 2019 | Around the Industry
The Recycler has been made aware of continuing issues caused by HP’s printer firmware updates, which blocks the use of third-party cartridges, and asks whether more education or information is required from the company on this controversial subject. HP’s firmware is a...
by stefanie | Dec 4, 2018 | Around the Industry
The OEM is facing a class action lawsuit in the USA, brought against the company by a New York resident on behalf of himself and others who have been impacted by Epson’s firmware updates. Legal documents viewed by The Recycler reveal that New York resident, Steven...
by stefanie | Nov 6, 2018 | World Focus
MyPrinterShop has been openly condemning printer manufacturers for issuing “deceptive” firmware updates which block third-party cartridges. As Digital Journal reports, Ariel Derhy, founder and CEO of the online printer ink and toner cartridge retailer, has...
by stefanie | Oct 29, 2018 | Around the Industry
Aster Graphics has announced that a recent firmware update released by Brother will not affect its replacement toner cartridges. Breaking the news, Aster Graphics’ Business Development Manager stated that Brother has released a new firmware update for Brother...
