Computer printers for the home used to be pretty basic. Times have changed; here’s Epson’s new Stylus Photo TX800FW, which prints (including photos “that will exceed lab print quality”) and also faxes, scans and feeds documents automatically. It doesn’t even need a wire to your laptop – there’s WiFi built in. You can also print directly from a Pictbridge connected camera, or from memory cards. One side or two? You choose – an optional automatic duplexer clicks on for double-sided printing. And it has a sleek black gloss finish which wouldn’t look too out of place in a modern living room ...

[Originally published in Abu Dhabi Week vol 2 issue23]