Zink Imaging, which stands for Zero Ink?, is the latest technology in printing. This technology opens up a completely new world in printing, allowing consumers to print without the need in a more costly manner. Zink Imaging was released in 2008, and over the next few years, will become increasingly available.
While Zink Imaging is quickly making its way around the market, it is still not ready to replace our existing way of printing. The technology is currently being used in a special niche - quality image printing.
The combination of a Zink-enabled device, along with ZINK Paper, is needed to print with Zero Ink. The paper is the backbone of this concept, as it contains the secret ingredient to print gorgeous images.
ZINK Paper? is embedded with minuscule dye crystals, which in their natural state, are not visible. Each sheet of paper is then covered with a protective layer of polymer. Other than being a higher quality paper, the naked eye cannot tell the difference between a regular piece of printing paper and ZINK Paper.
Zink-enabled devices use heating mechanisms to melt these crystals into their appropriate color. Each color crystal has its specific melting point, at which point the crystal will form into a liquid color state. The print head passes over the crystals, heating each one individually, to its appropriate melting point.
Polaroid was the first to begin inventing this fascinating form of printing. Their original concepts included the same type of paper, along with a product called PoGo. (PoGo is a printer that fits in your pocket, which will allow consumers to print directly from their cell phones and digital cameras.) Bankruptcy forced Polaroid to halt all development on this project. Four years later a few of Polaroid's old employees, began their venture as ZINK.
Polaroid was the first to partner with ZINK. This partnership gives Polaroid the ability to continue their PoGo concept and be one of the first to introduce a pocket-sized printer, to the world.
Polaroid is not the only company to realize the advantage of such a technology, and the benefits of collaborating with Zink. Zink has also collaborated with Alps Electric Co, Ltd, Foxconn Technology Group, and TOMY Company, Ltd. The joint venture, of all these partners, provides a table foundation for a lucrative run with Zink Imaging!
Professional quality photos are hard to come by, when printed from home. With the implementation of Zink Imaging, this is now possible. The paper is of such high quality it rates right up there with professional photo paper. Not only can consumers now print high quality images, but also they no longer need to waste endless dollars on ink cartridges, nor do they need to hassle with disposing of them.
Polaroid's PoGo can print images 2 x 3 inches, which also happens to be the only size that Zink Paper is currently available in. (As the technology and devices develops further, additional sizes will be available.) For now, a package of 10 sheets is selling for just under $2.00.
The future, of Zink Imaging, is bright. Not only is it a fascinating technology, but it provides convenience for consumers. (Imagine printing the pictures, you just took at the park, right from a park bench.) Consumers are sold on ease of use and convenience, and this new technology offers both!
While Zink Imaging is quickly making its way around the market, it is still not ready to replace our existing way of printing. The technology is currently being used in a special niche - quality image printing.
The combination of a Zink-enabled device, along with ZINK Paper, is needed to print with Zero Ink. The paper is the backbone of this concept, as it contains the secret ingredient to print gorgeous images.
ZINK Paper? is embedded with minuscule dye crystals, which in their natural state, are not visible. Each sheet of paper is then covered with a protective layer of polymer. Other than being a higher quality paper, the naked eye cannot tell the difference between a regular piece of printing paper and ZINK Paper.
Zink-enabled devices use heating mechanisms to melt these crystals into their appropriate color. Each color crystal has its specific melting point, at which point the crystal will form into a liquid color state. The print head passes over the crystals, heating each one individually, to its appropriate melting point.
Polaroid was the first to begin inventing this fascinating form of printing. Their original concepts included the same type of paper, along with a product called PoGo. (PoGo is a printer that fits in your pocket, which will allow consumers to print directly from their cell phones and digital cameras.) Bankruptcy forced Polaroid to halt all development on this project. Four years later a few of Polaroid's old employees, began their venture as ZINK.
Polaroid was the first to partner with ZINK. This partnership gives Polaroid the ability to continue their PoGo concept and be one of the first to introduce a pocket-sized printer, to the world.
Polaroid is not the only company to realize the advantage of such a technology, and the benefits of collaborating with Zink. Zink has also collaborated with Alps Electric Co, Ltd, Foxconn Technology Group, and TOMY Company, Ltd. The joint venture, of all these partners, provides a table foundation for a lucrative run with Zink Imaging!
Professional quality photos are hard to come by, when printed from home. With the implementation of Zink Imaging, this is now possible. The paper is of such high quality it rates right up there with professional photo paper. Not only can consumers now print high quality images, but also they no longer need to waste endless dollars on ink cartridges, nor do they need to hassle with disposing of them.
Polaroid's PoGo can print images 2 x 3 inches, which also happens to be the only size that Zink Paper is currently available in. (As the technology and devices develops further, additional sizes will be available.) For now, a package of 10 sheets is selling for just under $2.00.
The future, of Zink Imaging, is bright. Not only is it a fascinating technology, but it provides convenience for consumers. (Imagine printing the pictures, you just took at the park, right from a park bench.) Consumers are sold on ease of use and convenience, and this new technology offers both!
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