Zhono chips withstand the impact of firmware upgrades

Zhono chips withstand the impact of firmware upgrades

From January to early April 2025, printer brands including Brother, Ricoh, Fujifilm, HP, Lexmark, and Canon released firmware updates. After testing, Zhono’s engineers verified that its compatible chips used in these printers and copiers were not impacted by the OEM...
Katun, the new printer OEM

Katun, the new printer OEM

Katun launches Arivia line, expands into the OEM printer market. Katun Corporation, a well-established player in the aftermarket for office equipment, has made a significant strategic move by entering the competitive printer market as an Original Equipment...
HP’s printing segment declines amid revenue growth

HP’s printing segment declines amid revenue growth

Despite overall revenue growth, HP’s core Printing division faces challenges with declining sales and margins. HP Inc. reported mixed results for its fiscal 2024 third quarter, with particular weaknesses in its Printing segment, traditionally a key profit...
HP’s printing segment declines amid revenue growth

Epson’s printing solutions drive strong Q1 growth

Despite mixed results, Epson’s printing solutions segment grew significantly, buoyed by yen depreciation. Seiko Epson Corporation, the Japanese electronics giant, reported mixed financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2024. Despite a 6.9% increase in...
HP’s printing segment declines amid revenue growth

HP: Printing revenue continues to be down

HP Inc. and its subsidiaries (HP) announced fiscal 2024 second quarter net revenue of $12.8 billion (€11.8 billion), down 0.8% from the prior-year period. Printing net revenue was $4.4 billion (€4.06 billion), down 8% year over year with a 19.0% operating margin....