HP Instant Ink: Difference between revisions

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In February 2023, HP settled the complaints, and the parties have filed for dismissal. <ref>[https://www.therecycler.com/posts/hp-settles-instant-ink-complaint/ HP settles Instant Ink Complaint]</ref>

=== HP+ ===

HP+ is a free 6 months trial of HP Instant Ink that comes with a new printer. It is optional, but it is extremely easy for a user to activate HP+ during installation.<ref>https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/hp-instant-ink-vs-hp-plus-vs-hp-smart-which-ink-program-saves-you-the-most</ref> After activating HP+, the printer is permanently flashed with an updated firmware that will only accept HP genuine consumables.<ref>https://www-dodrukarki-pl.translate.goog/blog/dlaczego-drukarki-z-serii-hp-nie-obsluguja-zamiennikow?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=pl&_x_tr_pto=wapp</ref>

All HP printer models ending with an "'''e'''" (for example ''HP OfficeJet 8035'''e''''') support activating HP+.<ref>https://support.shopperplus.com/en/support/solutions/articles/9000227500-hp-printers-models-ending-with-the-letter-e-does-not-recognize-compatible-cartridges</ref> When looking for a used HP printer beware of those models, as it's likely that previous owner activated HP+, so you won't be able to use cheaper non-OEM replacement ink cartridges/toner.

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 In February 2023, HP settled the complaints, and the parties have filed for dismissal. <ref>[https://www.therecycler.com/posts/hp-settles-instant-ink-complaint/ HP settles Instant Ink Complaint]</ref>
+=== HP+ ===
+HP+ is a free 6 months trial of HP Instant Ink that comes with a new printer. It is optional, but it is extremely easy for a user to activate HP+ during installation.<ref>https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/hp-instant-ink-vs-hp-plus-vs-hp-smart-which-ink-program-saves-you-the-most</ref> After activating HP+, the printer is permanently flashed with an updated firmware that will only accept HP genuine consumables.<ref>https://www-dodrukarki-pl.translate.goog/blog/dlaczego-drukarki-z-serii-hp-nie-obsluguja-zamiennikow?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=pl&_x_tr_pto=wapp</ref>
+All HP printer models ending with an "'''e'''" (for example ''HP OfficeJet 8035'''e''''') support activating HP+.<ref>https://support.shopperplus.com/en/support/solutions/articles/9000227500-hp-printers-models-ending-with-the-letter-e-does-not-recognize-compatible-cartridges</ref> When looking for a used HP printer beware of those models, as it's likely that previous owner activated HP+, so you won't be able to use cheaper non-OEM replacement ink cartridges/toner.
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