HP Wants to Rent You a Printer That It’ll Monitor at All Times

HP has announced a new service that allows customers to rent its printers and have them monitored constantly for usage and performance.

The service, called HP+, will allow customers to pay a monthly subscription fee for their printer, which will include automatic ink delivery and access to additional features like advanced security and productivity tools.

With HP+ printers, the company will be able to monitor usage patterns and performance to proactively address any issues that may arise. This level of monitoring also allows HP to anticipate when a printer will run out of ink and automatically send replacements before the ink runs out.

While some customers may appreciate the convenience and peace of mind that comes with HP+ printers, others may have concerns about the privacy implications of having their printers constantly monitored by the company.

Overall, HP’s new service represents a shift towards a more service-oriented approach to printer ownership, where customers pay for not just the hardware, but also ongoing maintenance and support.