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Manufacturer: Canon Part number: 9466A001
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- Ever printed on an airplane? What about from a cell phone? The go-anywhere Canon iP90 offers worlds of possibilities--for a price.
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CNET editors' review
Canon Pixma iP90 price range: $329.00
- Reviewed by: Jeffrey Fuchs
- Edited by: Elsa Wenzel
- Reviewed on: 03/03/2005
- Released on: 01/05/2005
The good: Good print quality for graphics and photos; portable; built-in infrared and PictBridge ports; battery and Bluetooth add-ons.
The bad: Low-volume ink cartridges; so-so text quality; pricey extras. For true cordless portability, you'll need a battery that costs $100.
The bottom line: Ever printed on an airplane? What about from a cell phone? The go-anywhere Canon iP90 offers worlds of possibilities--for a price.
User reviews
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Great quality in a small package but pricey
by gregj777 on March 20, 2005
Pros: Quality of photo and documents; very portable, good battery life
Cons: Most useful features are options (battery, bluetooth)
Summary: If the ip90 came standard with the bluetooth and battery it would be a dream. Once you've purchased these items it IS a dream, although it is an expensive ...
Summary: If the ip90 came standard with the bluetooth and battery it would be a dream. Once you've purchased these items it IS a dream, although it is an expensive one. The printer is $250, add the battery kit for $100 and the bluetooth for $70 and well, you add it up. I bought it because I like gadgets and I figured I could tote it with me to print photos on the weekend, when I have most of my free time. I read on here about some print quality issues- DO NOT REPEAT DO NOT BELIEVE THEM! You just have to make sure your settings are on the highest quality. I have an HP Photosmart 7550 which is a behemoth compared to this printer, and the photo quality- even at 8x10- rivals that of the excellent HP 7550. I had because of this considered the HP's compact competitor to the ip90 but the Canon is slightly smaller and that's what I was after. Plus as another reviewer said it matches my 17" Powerbook LOL! Which is another thing, the bluetooth feature is great and worked right away. My mac recognized it and I was printing in a few minutes. It's great to not have to have yet ANOTHER cable to carry around with you. One thing to beware of though is the casing. It is very prone to scratches. I carried it out of town this weekend and somehow managed to get two small scratches on the outer case and one small gash (yes, a GASH) about 1/10 of an inch on the side casing. No idea what it hit, and they're not that noticeable, but this baby gets it's own carrying case from now on. Overall, an excellent road warrior. And if you're concerned about life expectancy get the extended warranty (mine was $29 for 3 years- or was it 4?- at Best Buy) and you're worry-free. One last thing- it's FAST.
21 out of 21 users found this user opinion helpful.
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great printer faster than older models
by tededminster on April 23, 2005
Pros: faster than older bj series
Cons: ink cartridges are small for black but workable
Summary: I like this printer and as for the ink cartridge size I was able to find some on line very cheap so it is not a problem at all.
Summary: I like this printer and as for the ink cartridge size I was able to find some on line very cheap so it is not a problem at all.
9 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best printer I've ever owned - hands down!
by vwdriver on June 13, 2006
Pros: Totally portable, durable, sleek & attractive, affordable ink, phenomenal photo printing, all-around champ!
Cons: Can't do 11x17 paper, doesn't come with USB cable or Bluetooth built in
Summary: I seriously had to scrape to write any "cons" in that segment...
This is, hands-down, the most amazing printer I've ever bought. I've used every major brand, previously ...Summary: I seriously had to scrape to write any "cons" in that segment...
This is, hands-down, the most amazing printer I've ever bought. I've used every major brand, previously used a great little Epson, and frequently have to use my Dad's HP "all-in-one", and this thing makes them all look like garbage.
When I shopped for a printer, my top priority was that it would have affordable ink. That obviously left HP completely out of the equation, since their ink, per ounce, now costs the same as cocaine. (OK, so I wouldn't know, but I'm sure it's gotta be close!)
I found the Canon cartridges, though small, to be quite affordable in comparison, and my printer tends to print between 150 and 300 pages before needing a black ink change. When printing color flyers (in a mix of color/photos and black text), it can print about 100-150 without needing a color cartridge change. Both types of cartridges come in 2-packs and the black ends up being about $6.50 for one and the color $11.00-12.00 for one (for Canon brand, not knockoffs). Find a price like that for HP-brand ink! And you can carry extra cartridges for this printer easily in your purse or computer bag.
A few times in the last 2 months it's pulled more than one page through at a time, but that's a regular thing for my Dad's HP machine. That thing has to be constantly supervised and often pulls 3-5 pages in at once while faxing or copying. That's the ONLY problem I've ever had with the Canon iP90. The software installation was smart and easy, the machine itself is a hard-worker, and I feel the price is more than worth it. After all, the gimmick with most printers out there is that they're cheap - till you go to buy ink! Consider how much you'd save with one of these - it's a no-brainer!
My advice: If you do buy the iP90, shop around. Best Buy did a price match with a major online retailer for me, so I was able to get it for a good price. The sad thing is that the price on this printer has NOT changed in over a year. But if you shop around or haggle, you can get it for under $200. Seriously consider getting the extended warranty from the store where you purchase. That way, if another model comes out and this one has any problems, you can get the newer one! I've had mine for 18 months and never had a single problem.
Also, I would seriously recommend NOT buying any non-Canon ink for it. I tried that one time and although I saved a few bucks, the cartridge just didn't work. It printed 4 pages and then stopped working. The ink is already affordable anyway! It may just take you a while to get used to not taking your cartridges to some dirty little local store to get the tank refilled with low-grade ink.
Canon photo paper is also great - use the Matte Photo Paper for your prints and you'll be AMAZED. Other photo papers will vary widely and you'll need to adjust your Canon printer settings to make sure the colors come out right.
I'm a Realtor by profession, and this little guy has saved me in many situations. I've corrected and reprinted contracts at my client's worksite, printed at Starbucks, created flyers at the office, and even printed a few times in my car.
My decision to replace my home printer with a portable was a smart one - this printer is THE BEST!Updated
OK, so my first review was pretty long, but a few other notes on the iP90:
-There's a reason it's $200-250. It's WORTH it!
-It works extremely well with a Canon digital camera. You won't need to use a computer at all - just plug directly into the printer and use your camera screen to set up the print job!
-If your computer uses infrared, you won't ever need a USB cable. It's just as fast printing via infrared as it is by cable. Just make sure your infrared port is conveniently located, as the iP90 has the port on it's right side toward the rear.7 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Perfect for students with academic accomodations
by knerissa on September 18, 2005
Pros: Fast, great quality print, ultra portable, cheap ink
Cons: Not perfect for a student budget
Summary: When I got this little printer last week I wasn't even sure I would keep it but figured I may as well take advantage of a 15-day satisfaction guarentee ...
Summary: When I got this little printer last week I wasn't even sure I would keep it but figured I may as well take advantage of a 15-day satisfaction guarentee and gave it a try.
I fell in love with it from the first printout. It prints way faster and with much better quality than my older desktop printer and parent's new all-in-one.
As a student with diabilities I have an accomodation to type all of my class assignments and exams. The problem I experinced in class is when we have to share our work with other students I would have to either pass my laptop arround or run down to the computer lab to print off a copy of my work. The Pixma iP90 is heaven sent in that it easily slides into my backpack and sets up in minutes when I need to print something in class.
Even on a student budget, this printer is definitly a keeper for this type of use.6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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depends on what you use it for
by cardfan1212 on July 18, 2005
Pros: small, wireless, reliable (forget the HP450 one)
Cons: expensive, and so is cost of printing
Summary: Great printer, small enough to fit in laptop bag. Good quality prints. Text, not so good. Slow.
I bought this though to use on audits so I basically use this ...Summary: Great printer, small enough to fit in laptop bag. Good quality prints. Text, not so good. Slow.
I bought this though to use on audits so I basically use this at hotel or at client's office. Most of the time I'm only using black ink since i'm printing documents or spreadsheets so the color is wasted on me. Pictures? I have a great printer at home to do that. Print at airport or on planes? Why would ya want to?
I do find that i have to replace the black ink a lot. And its slow.
What I would recommend for the professionals who want a portable printer (as in my situation) is to do what I did. Get a HP 1012. It's a small laser printer but very fast, laser quality text, cheap on toner, and reliable. While its bulky, you can still find a case to store it in and although its another case to drag on wheels its worth it. Maybe not ideal for some, but i'm much more happy with it.6 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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outstanding !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by stevrino on May 26, 2005
Pros: easy to set up. great print quality - docs and photos. can print direct from the camera very easily
Cons: expensive, accessories are also pricy.
Summary: compared to the hp 450 that this unit replaces it's night and day.
Summary: compared to the hp 450 that this unit replaces it's night and day.
6 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Being on the road alot, this was a must have item for me.
by olmectech on March 9, 2005
Pros: Print quality. Print speed. Being able to print anywhere.
Cons: Can't find accessories in stores. Bluetooth printing a bit slower than USB.
Summary: This is the finest printer I've ever owned. For $250 you get what you pay for.
Bluetooth printing is a bit slower than USB 2.0, but I can ...Summary: This is the finest printer I've ever owned. For $250 you get what you pay for.
Bluetooth printing is a bit slower than USB 2.0, but I can live with it for small print jobs.
The quality and speed of this printer is as good as I've seen in a personal printer.
I'm able to carry this printer around in my computer bag with my ibook, so it goes anywhere.
Being able to print with no wires, no power cords is something most people have not seen.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Buyer Beware
by dspks on August 5, 2008
Pros: Small and lightweight
Cons: Ink hog - that is IF you can get it to print at all
Summary: After following the installation instructions 6 separate times (uninstalling between times), checking nozzles, cleaning print heads, and deep cleaning it more than the 6 installation attempts - the printer will ...
Summary: After following the installation instructions 6 separate times (uninstalling between times), checking nozzles, cleaning print heads, and deep cleaning it more than the 6 installation attempts - the printer will NOT print. Just a tiny bit of yellow at the top corner of the page. This is after 3 changes of both the black and color ink tanks. Tech support just says take it to a repair center, which for me means two 100-mile round trips. I'll do that when I'm bored and have free time and extra gas money.
This printer expensive to start with, plus with the tiny ink capacity, printing is expensive.
I owned an i70 prior to this where the waste ink tank became full (happens to every one of these printers eventually). I loved that printer. At the time, the solution was to give up and purchase a new printer. Since I didn't need the portability at the time, I waited awhile and then purchased the iP90. I should have learned from the first time. Poor choice.
It would seem that Canon is aware of the problems in these printers and really could care less. Keeps their repair centers in business.
Really a shame because I was SOLD on Canon printers. Now, I'll never own another. For me, this product truly is abysmal - it did not print from day one and after 6 months of trying to make it print it still won't.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great printer, but somewhat fragile. Protect during air travel
by trschoenborn on July 8, 2005
Pros: Convenient, light, good for price, IR great, good printing
Cons: Fragile, frame easily bends and then wll not load paper
Summary: I'd bye it again, but would rather careful with it. I've had to have it adjusted once, so far.
Summary: I'd bye it again, but would rather careful with it. I've had to have it adjusted once, so far.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Wonderful Until it Broke
by gopandago on February 21, 2008
Pros: Portable, Small
Cons: Black Printhead Broken through normal use
Summary: I really liked this printer. I even bought the battery and the wireless adapter for it. I couldn't get the wireless adapter to work, but I thought I just ...
Summary: I really liked this printer. I even bought the battery and the wireless adapter for it. I couldn't get the wireless adapter to work, but I thought I just hadn't figured it out. A while back it stopped being able to print black. I went through a couple of ink cartridges and a lot of nozzle head cleanings to no avail, but those had been generic brand cartridges, so I thought maybe they were shoddy. I bought a new Canon 15 cartridege, as recommended. It printed perfectly the first time. I don't print that often, so it sat maybe a week, then I went to print again and the text was unreadable. Nozzle head cleaning, etc. I started searching forums, and reading the tech support at the canon page. They say that my black print head is probably broken. Since it is no longer under warranty, I can call tech support (for an undisclosed fee), or order a new print head (which they say may not be the right issue, may not work, but cannot be returned), so on and so forth. If they'd even let me TALK to tech support for free or give me prices, I'd be far less disappointed. At this point, we've spent over $200 ($250? I forget) on the printer, $100 on the battery, and $75 on the wireless adapter. I am afraid to sink more money in, to replace a part that was weak the first time around. I can't remember my family having a broken printer EVER, since I was little, and this one is only 2 or 3 years old, and not even used frequently.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Canon
- Part number: 9466A001
- Description: Rugged, powerful and portable, the Canon Pixma iP90 Photo Printer delivers exceptional performance at home or on the road. This compact printer can produce up to 16 ppm in black and up to 12 ppm in color, while achieving a resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 color dpi. Canon Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering (FINE) uses a high-performance 1, 088-nozzle print head that ejects precise and consistent droplets as small as 2 picoliters with remarkable accuracy. Your results: impressive resolution and dramatic detail on graphics and photos, wherever you're printing from. In a hotel room or a home office, the iP90 printer goes practically anywhere, yielding superb output on all your projects. Reports and memos will look clean and professional with bold, crisp text. Using the included Canon Easy-WebPrint software, Web pages are automatically formatted, so they'll print properly with full color and without trimming off the right-hand margin. You can also produce 4 x 6, 5 x 7 and 8.5 x 11 in. borderless prints, with stunning edge-to-edge quality and razor-sharp detail. In only about 51 seconds you can print a 4" x 6" photo with the look and feel of a traditional photograph. And for convenience, you can connect any PictBridge compatible digital camera or DV camcorder directly to the iP90 printer and print photos - no PC required! If you're on-the-go and low on ink the iP90 printer's "Ink Usage Control" setting enables you to produce approximately 1.5 times more pages without lowering print quality. Plus, if you run out of black ink, just choose the "Use Composite Black" option and the iP90 printer continues to print black using a composite of color inks in the "Ink Usage Control" setting. These features are a convenient safety net when you don't have extra ink on hand.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Printer Type Photo printer - Ink-jet - Ink-jet - Color - Color
Printer
- Print Speed up to 16 ppm - Black fast - A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in),
up to 12.7 ppm - Black normal - A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in),
up to 12 ppm - Color fast - A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in),
up to 7.2 ppm - Color normal - A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in),
up to 1.2 ppm - Color best - A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in),
up to 0.6 ppm - Photo - A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in),
up to 0.8 min/page - Photo - 3.95 in x 5.9 in - Connectivity Technology Wired
- Interface USB USB,
Infrared IrDA - Max Resolution ( B&W ) 600 dpi x 600 dpi 600 dpi
- Max Resolution ( Color ) 4800 dpi x 1200 dpi 4800 x 1200 dpi
- Direct Printing Specifications PictBridge
- Printer Features Borderless printing
RAM
- RAM Installed ( Max ) 42 KB
Media Handling
- Media Type Glossy photo paper ,
Photo stickers ,
Transparencies ,
Envelopes ,
Semi-gloss paper ,
High resolution paper ,
Plain paper ,
Photo paper ,
Matte photo paper - Max Media Size (Custom) 8.5 in x 14 in
- Media Sizes 2.1 in x 3.4 in,
8.5 in x 11 in,
Legal (8.5 in x 14 in),
Letter A Size (8.5 in x 11 in),
5 in x 7 in - Envelope Sizes 4 in x 6 in,
US No 10 (4.1 in x 9.5 in) - Card / Label Sizes US 4 x 6 Card (4 in x 6 in),
5.1 in x 7.1 in,
CR-80 Card (3.37 in x 2.13 in) - Media Weight 64 g/m2 - 273 g/m2
- Total Media Capacity 30 sheets
- Media Feeder(s) 1 x Autoload - 30 sheets - Legal (8.5 in x 14 in) weight: 64 g/m2 - 273 g/m2
Telecom
- Modem None
Networking
- Networking None
Scanner
- Type None
Copier
- Copier Type None
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Bays None
- Expansion Slot(s) None
- Connections 1 x USB - 4 pin USB Type B,
1 x Direct print port - 4 pin USB Type A,
1 x IrDA - IrDA Miscellaneous
- Consumables Included 1 x Ink tank ( Color ) - up to 80 pages,
1 x Ink tank ( Black ) - up to 100 pages - Microsoft Certifications Certified for Windows Vista
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
- Voltage Required AC 120 V
- Frequency Required 60 Hz
- Power Consumption Operational 10 Watt
- Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 1 Watt
Battery
- Type None
Software / System Requirements
- Software Included Canon Easy-PhotoPrint,
Canon PhotoRecord,
Drivers & Utilities,
Canon Easy-WebPrint - OS Required Apple MacOS X 10.2.1 or later,
Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 41 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 95 °F
- Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90%
- Sound Emission (Operating) 40 dBA
Dimensions & Weight
- Width 12.2 in
- Depth 6.9 in
- Height 2 in
- Weight 4 lbs
Accessories
- Canon Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss SG-201 - semi-gloss photo paper - 20 sheet(s) (35130031)9.99 - 29.26
- Canon Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss SG-201 - semi-gloss photo paper - 50 sheet(s) (35130035)29.95 - 47.14
- Canon Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss SG-201 - semi-gloss photo paper - 50 sheet(s) (35130034)79.00 - 125.03
- Canon GP 502 - glossy photo paper - 50 sheet(s) (31830176)16.00 - 43.45
- Canon GP 401 - glossy photo paper - 20 sheet(s) (31414681)12.95
Manufacturer info
- Manufacturer profile
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- Manufacturer:Canon
- Address:
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 - Phone: 516-328-5000
- Email: mediacontact@cusa.canon.com
