10 MFPs the “first of their kind” to run on Android operating system.
Samsung announced the release of 10 Android-based MFPs in the European market, with the devices described as having “a more independent, intuitive and scalable design” to benefit “all types” of business environments.
The OEM claims that the Smart MultiXpress MFPs are a “world first” in terms of them being equipped with an Android operating system, and feature Samsung’s Smart UX Center, enabling them to operate independently without a PC. They each feature a 10.1-inch touchscreen panel through which users can search and print from web browsers, emails, maps and images without needing to connect to a PC or server, with the touchscreen also providing users with the ability to preview, edit and annotate documents prior to printing.
In terms of connectivity, the Android OS enables the devices to have “limitless printing app scalability”, allowing for on-the-go connectivity via Samsung Cloud Print. The MFPs have also been upgraded to NFC Pro in order to meet the changing needs of the B2B market, with the new Samsung NFC Pro allowing for easy access from smartphones for mobile printing, a stronger authentication process, and improved IT administrative functions; including the ability to “clone” identical security settings onto multiple MFPs by tapping on the NFC Pro accessory.
Samsung stated that the launch of the new machines “will both increase business customers’ efficiency and productivity” and enable faster document processing, with output speed “up to 1.5 times faster” than previous 1GHz single-core CPU due to its 1GHz dual-core CPU, with more than one user able to print and scan documents “without disruption”.
In terms of consumables, the devices offer longer lasting toner and drum technologies “resulting in superior reliability and lower total cost of ownership”.
Dr. KiHo Kim, Executive Vice President of Printing Solutions at Samsung Electronics, said: “As Samsung continues to strive for user-centred innovation, the introduction of the first Android OS-equipped MFPs will enhance Samsung’s smart office experience for business customers and allow for greater multidimensional and advanced printing technologies. Our new printer line combines Samsung’s best in class IT technology and OA device know-how to create more innovative products for the new office automation market.”
Kim added: “As our B2B customers’ work styles and processes continue to become more mobile and untethered from PCs, Samsung will continue to provide new printing solutions that feature intuitive user interfaces, superior performance, and above all else, increased efficiency and productivity for the mobile and fluid workplace.”
The new Smart MultiXpress series consists of: the X4300 series of A3 Colour MFPs, including the X4300LX, X4250LX, and X4220RX models; the K4350 series of A3 monochrome MFPs,including the K4350LX, K4300LX, and K4250RX models; theM5370 series of A4 monochrome MFPs, including the M5370LX and M4370LX models; and theM4580 series of A4 monochrome MFPs, including the M4580FX and M4583FX models.