Everything You Need to Know About the HP LaserJet 1020 Plus

The HP LaserJet 1020 Plus printer is a highly affordable black and white printer that is ideal for all your light printing needs. The print quality has been better but when you get it at the price tag it comes for, you should accept it with both arms held open wide.

This device has a very compact design, making it a fit for both home as well as office purposes. The HP LaserJet 1020 Plus is just 14.6 inches wide, 9.5 inches deep and 8.2 inches tall. It weighs just 7.21 kg, so can be easily moved as well. In addition, it has the ability to satisfy your demand of high volume printing, with a monthly recommendation of 250 to 2,000 prints, while the tray supports 100 sheets at a time.

Specs

Feature	HP 1020 Plus Offers
Print Technology	Laser
Print Colors	No
Duty Cycle (Monthly, Letter/A4)	Up to 5000 pages
Duplex Printing	Up to 15 ppm
Processor Speed	234 MHz
Package Weight	7.21 kg
Minimum System Requirements	Windows 2000, Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional, 90 MHz Pentium, 120 MB free hard disk space (10 MB minimum install), 1 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM (Windows Vista(TM) Ready, check User’s Guide for minimum hard drive space), CD-ROM drive, USB port (compatible with USB 2.0 specifications)
Warranty	1 Year Next Business Day Exchange Support

Detailed Review

The HP LaserJet 1020 Plus comes with a processor of 234MHz, which should provide you decent performance. However, 2MB of on-board memory can be an area of concern if you are a very frequent user. However, it is enough to get most everyday tasks done in high quality.

The fact that it is a monochrome printer makes it very compact, since it needs to fit in only one toner cartridge. The recommended monthly cycle for both letter and A4 sizes is up to 4,000 pages, which makes it more suitable for basic home and office use.

In terms of speed, it can generate up to 14 copies per minute, which is quite good too. The emission pressure generated by the HP LaserJet 1020 Plus printer is only 49 decibels, making it almost noise-free. There is a USB port that claims to have a response time of 10 seconds, ticking another box for efficiency. The device comes with a one-year warranty as well.

It is certainly not the best printer in the world but it definitely gives you more than what you pay for. A perfect fit for basic tasks, it is a perfect value-for-money product.

Why it’s always an Apple a day for me…

Shaurya Kamath, an Apple user, recounts her fascination and love for all things Apple.

“I was in college when my portable CD player fell down from my study table top and shattered. To say that I was more shattered than my player would be an understatement – I burst into tears and was inconsolable for days. I have always been a music buff – music is my drug. I need it while I work, when I go for a run, when I cook for my family…suddenly bereft of music, I was lost,” recounts Shaurya Kamath*, an investment banker.

A neighbour had recently bought an iPod and she recommended that Shaurya try it too. “I had seen the little blue iPod she had, and I always wondered – what a tiny little thing it is! I didn’t think it could play much music. But when I tried it, I was blown away by the sound quality! It held up to 250 music tracks and it sufficed for all my needs.”

She quickly gathered more information on the product – in those days, the iPod mini was more in vogue than other music players. “That was my first introduction to Apple products,” Shaurya recounts. “I still use that iPod, though it has been years now since I bought it. There has been no lag in its performance and it is just like new,” she beams.

Three years ago, she was deputed to Mumbai for a brief while and was asked her choice for a working laptop. “I quickly chose the MacBook – everyone has been raving about it but I never thought of buying it for myself. When I started using it, I realised what the fuss was about – and what I had been missing all along. I even bought a MacBook for my personal use at home, and I carry it with me wherever I go. It is simply flawless – just like the iPod, it has never given me any trouble. I only took it to a premium Apple store last year when I wondered if I should get an update to my OS, but the engineer there advised me against it because the device was working so well already,” she remembers.

And despite the backlash it received last year, Shaurya was amongst the first to buy the iPhone 7. “Just three months before, I had bought the Apple smartwatch. I now have all the Apple products I need!” she grins. When asked if she didn’t think twice about buying the iPhone 7 after initial bad reviews and many lacunae in design, she retorts, “What is there to think about? It’s still an Apple   product. I trust the Apple premium stores to sort out any performance issues.” She says that her iPhone 7 has been performing “exceptionally well” and it has many improvements in both looks and performance factors. “I am in awe of the iPhone camera – it just gets better and better with each phone!” she exclaims.

She says is now excitedly looking forward to the launch of the iPhone 8 this year. “I have been reading up on its rumoured tech enhancements, and I am eagerly waiting to get my hands on the phone,” she claims. Remind her of the hefty price tag that comes with each iPhone, and she says, “That Apple products are expensive is a misconception. Everyone is fixated on the price aspect – but think about what the price entails. You get cutting edge technology, the most sophisticated hardware and absolutely no performance issues. I have never heard of any Apple user having to replace the product after just two years of use. Other brands do not perform so well.

“Plus, there is a global community of Apple users that is always on hand to support and help each other if anybody has a question. And if there is a big technical problem that only an expert can solve, the authorised Apple service centre looks over the issues and advises what to do. I feel that every Apple user is in safe hands even after buying the product, so why look at another brand at all?” she reasons.

She surmises that using an Apple product is not just about handling a certain gadget – it becomes a way of life. “I am used to Apple’s sophisticated technology and I am not very impressed with Android devices,” she says. “I will always be an Apple fangirl.”

Demonetisation? No problem, buy your new air cooler online

You can book and purchase a new air cooler online without spending a single Rupee of cash. Plus, you get rewarded for doing so!

Air coolers and air conditioners have become a necessity in most homes and offices today. While many places prefer to install air conditioners, some places with moderate to mild climate can make do with air coolers.

In fact, air coolers sometimes work out to be a better proposition for buyers. They consume less power than ACs, and this results in lower electricity bills. Unlike air conditioners which require a separate plug point and power supply, an air cooler can simply be plugged into a 240V socket like other appliances. Plus, most air coolers are portable and can be moved from one spot in the house to another – unlike an AC, which is fixed forever.

Air coolers also cost much less than air conditioners, and are available in small and large sizes. They are excellent for use at home and inside small office spaces.

But are you hesitating to buy an air cooler?

The recent move by the Government to demonetise currencies of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 has resulted in quite a bit of financial chaos for many people. With shops and commercial establishments refusing to accept the demonetised currencies, people who are used to making large purchases in cash are in quite a fix. At the same time, people are holding on to the cash they currently possess because the relative scarcity has not yet resolved itself.

But demonetisation need not stop you from buying a new air cooler. Simply go cashless! You can buy an air cooler with online shopping in India, and you don’t need to spend a single Rupee in cash either. Just log on to a reputed electronics site like #EzoneOnline and browse for the latest air cooler brands and models.

Browse for information, look up the newest models, compare prices and specs and proceed to make your selection. Now all you have to do is pay for the chosen air cooler using your debit/credit card or Internet banking. The e-tailer gives all the information about the chosen product, vis-à-vis product features, specifications, add-ons, performance indicators and price. Plus, electronics stores like #EzoneOnline also reward customers for online purchases with cash back or discounts on each purchase. Once the payment is processed, the air cooler is delivered to your doorstep and installed, if necessary.

So why let demonetisation derail you? Go online and buy a brand new air cooler today!

Now Listen to Music on the Go with No Wires Anymore

India is becoming a very important market place for wearable devices, with International Data Corporation predicting growth of 67.2% in the shipment of wearable devices in 2015 and the total revenue generated through these electronic is estimated to be $28.7 billion in 2016.

With most manufacturers removing the 3.5mm jack to make their smartphones sleek, Bluetooth audio devices are in huge demand, including wireless Bluetooth headphones and wireless speakers.

5 Key Benefits of Going Wireless

 

1. No Strings Attached

The biggest benefit of wireless audio devices is that they don't have any cables or cords attached. This not only makes the wireless Bluetooth headphones a hands-free device but also an optimal device when you are on-the-go. If you like listening to music during work-outs or while carrying out your day-to-day activities, it is a very useful device. You get mobility and better range of movement.

2. Great Sound

Over the years, Bluetooth devices have come a long way in terms of sound quality. Some wireless speakers and headphones even come with bass-boosting technology that enhances the quality of the beats offering you an amazing experience. Sound isolation is another innovation that filters out outside disturbances and makes sure that your musical experience is not ruined by external noises.

3. Stylish and Trendy

Most Bluetooth headphones are designed keeping in mind the needs of athletes and people who are involved in physical activities, like fitness and strength training. So, most manufacturers focus on giving them an ultra-sleek appearance in terms of design. So, you can buy a product that goes with your fashion sense and up the temperature on the streets! The same goes for wireless speakers, since the focus is on making them more stylish.

4. Flexibility

Unlike wired devices that have to remain fixed in one place, you can carry these wireless ones around, which gives you the flexibility to connect to more than one device. Another benefit you get is that you can connect them to your laptops, desktops and even television sets through Bluetooth and watch your favorite shows, music videos or podcasts in relative privacy. You also get a wider range from the sound bars to sound pots.

5. Flexibility

The prices have gone down in the last few years, making them affordable for the common man too. Even the lower-priced devices now offer amazing sound quality. You can find some of the best Bluetooth headphones online and that too at the best prices.

Having a device that requires minimum handling effort can make your life much easier and given the long strides Bluetooth technology has made in the last few years, it could be a great investment.