Polaroid’s Modern Take on Instant Photo Printing
Decades ago, Polaroid popularized the instant photo by producing cameras that could print photos as soon as shots are taken. This for some was the pinnacle in the era of convenient photo printing since it provided the convenience that photo enthusiasts craved. But social media and the prevalence of data storage changed this reality, making it easy for us to share photos in the digital space. Now many of us take hundreds of photos without ever printing any.
Thankfully, the latest version of instant photo printing comes in a modern package and is equipped with intriguing capabilities that make photo printing more convenient for users. Though the device has its limitations, it will be a useful addition in the pockets of photo enthusiasts.
The Polaroid Zip device comes in a compact body that’s the size of a smartphone though somewhat thicker. It uses Bluetooth to connect to both Android and iOS, making photo printing a wireless experience for its users.
How Polaroid Prints Photos Without Ink
Like Fujifilm’s Instax Share SP-1 that launched in 2014, Polaroid’s portable photo printer functions without ink cartridges. Unlike Fujifilm’s printer, however, the Polaroid Zip uses Zink printing technology which enables photos to be printed by applying heat to Zink paper during the printing process. The heat unlocks color in the paper’s color crystals, transforming them into appropriate colors based on the photo being printed. This Zink technology also enabled users to access the type of color accuracy that is usually associated with traditional printing mechanism, thus achieving sharp-looking photos that bring your smartphone images from the digital sphere into the real world.
The Polaroid Zip also features an app which users can download to their phones once they pair their phone with the printing device. The app boasts several editing capabilities including frames and filters. It also enables users to print business cards and other products.
How Much Does the Polaroid Zip Cost?
The Polaroid Zip mobile printer will cost an estimated US$130 and will be available sometime during spring 2015. In addition to purchasing the device, users will be able to access Zink paper packs for US$25 (these packs include 50 Zink sheets).
Whether you are a photo enthusiast, scrapbooking lover or Polaroid fan, instant photos can be yours due to Polaroid’s new mobile printing device. The Polaroid Zip brings your smartphone shots into the real world by printing high-quality 2×3-inch photos. Its compact body also makes it a great purchase for those who seek portability in their smartphone accessories.
Polaroid Zip: A Convenient Photo Printer for Smartphone Users
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