Look, I know those Apple printers are pretty unreliable. We have a few running around here and they’re basically on life support—constantly needing repairs. Meanwhile, our HP LaserJet 1020s haven't even seen a repair shop once.
Seems like a decent deal. How many pages can you actually get out of that monster once it's loaded, and what's the damage on the price? I doubt you're getting all that for less than $133. What kind of hardware are we pairing this with? Honestly, a printer like the one in the photo isn't even that expensive to run on generic toners, but finding ones like that nowadays—even used and in decent shape—is like searching for a needle in a haystack.
Look, Adriatix is basically a non-profit that can barely afford its own overhead, yet they’re out here acting all fancy with their branding. They're still running a website designed back in 1996 just to save people from getting ripped off by greedy salespeople rather than chasing a profit.
What would you suggest for $133 (all-in) if I actually want to see some value for my money?
Look, we’re talking about a user who isn't going to print 4,000 to 6,000 pages in their entire lifetime. I have no idea where you even got the idea to bring up an HP; I assume you just have some used unit you're trying to offload.
And for heaven's sake, finally get a decent website built. I'm sure your inventory is fine, but looking at that site makes me want to gag.
Look, that’s just what it costs. It'll pull through a few thousand pages before it pays for itself. Honestly, it’s still a better deal than burning through hundreds of dollars on an inkjet, wouldn't you agree, Adriatix?
The real question here is: how much are you actually willing to shell out? Look, if you go for one of those dirt-cheap inkjet printers, you’re going to regret it no matter which brand you pick. A full set of original ink cartridges usually costs more than the damn printer itself, and finding decent third-party replacements is a total crapshoot. This Epson has some cheap replacement ink options available, though who knows what the print quality will actually look like. Generally speaking, budget inkjets just aren't reliable machines. I’d honestly suggest picking up a color laser printer (like that Xerox mentioned above). The cost per page is way lower and the hardware is much more dependable. Trust me, you'll survive without color printing.
Grab a black-and-white laser printer—specifically this Xerox 3010. You can pick up a compatible toner cartridge that yields about 2,200 pages for around $15.
What’s the real difference here? Inkjet printers run on ink cartridges, while lasers use powder toner. Looking strictly at this budget range... an inkjet's capacity is usually stuck at 100–200 pages, and even if you find cheap replacements, the cost per page adds up fast. Plus, they're finicky; they often refuse to work unless every single color tank is full, they hate third-party inks, and if you leave them sitting for too long, the print head clogs and you might as well toss the whole machine. They just aren't built to last. The only real perk? You get color. On the flip side, a monochrome laser printer uses toner with way higher capacity (like the 2,200 pages on that Xerox), and since a replacement is only about $15, your cost per page drops significantly. Best of all, third-party toners actually work fine—they don't lock you out or wreck the hardware. The downside? In this price bracket, you're pretty much limited to black and white. Honestly, that Xerox is likely the only laser option at this price point. Bottom line: always check the price and availability of ink or toner before you buy, otherwise you'll be complaining when you suddenly need a refill. And figuring out which toner fits which printer is easy. Every toner has its own specific model number; just look up which one matches your machine and search for that.
I’ve got an almost identical setup and haven't run into a single issue with FHD video or anything else I throw at it. Honestly, the processor is more than enough for everyday tasks.
HP LaserJet 1102w - $33 works fine, but honestly, is it worth spending a bit extra for a laser printer? A toner cartridge (CE285A) with a 1600-page yield is actually under $33, and let's be real: you'll deal with way fewer headaches with a laser than you ever would with a cheap Inkjet.
No matter how much I root for Rosberg (and against Hamilton), he just didn't earn that title over Lewis. He loses almost every head-to-head; his tire degradation is worse, his fuel consumption is higher, and he simply doesn't take enough risks. He’s just a step behind Hamilton. :/
He had to pit today even while he was still ahead, basically grasping at straws instead of just sticking to the same strategy as the faster Lewis.
I haven't even fully processed what happened with Jules yet. I really hope he's going to be okay.
Personally, I’ve found Gigabyte keyboards pretty comfortable to type on—they have this soft feel, almost like a high-end laptop. But look, "comfort" is totally subjective, isn't it? My advice? Head down to a store and actually test a few out until you find "the one." Big retailers like > or > usually have floor models you can play with. And yeah, maybe you shouldn't have asked this in this specific thread. 😉
There’s no point in me trying to give you a specific recommendation from memory—there are millions of them floating around on eBay.
You're better off just grabbing that MS strip mentioned above. At least you get a warranty, and honestly, the mouse is actually decent right out of the box. As for how long it'll last? Who knows.
There’s no such thing as a decent mouse at that price point, especially wireless. They all seem to die within a year, and half of them start double-clicking out of nowhere.
The MS strip is fine if you're on a budget, but don't expect it to last forever—it's Microsoft, after all. And hey, even that sounds like it's pushing your wallet too far.