It can even duplex print photos so that you’ve got the option to label the backs.
If you dont need the ADF, the otherwise identical HP Envy 6100 series is even cheaper.
So, lets find out if theres a catch.
It also provides an obvious place for the up-facing touchscreen.
The fact that HP has used 60% recycled plastic makes me feel a little better about this one.
Also, the packaging is a big improvement with cardboard replacing the usual polystyrene.
Its a pity HP has specified its wasteful tri-color cartridge here though.
And looking at the size of these half-empty cartridges, that wont be long.
Its the first printer to auto-duplex coated photo paper, allowing you label each photo as you print.
With the 35-sheet ADF it’s possible for you to copy a stack of single-sided documents automatically.
HPs Wolf Essentials provides security to prevent malware attacks and you have self-healing dual-band wi-fi built in.
Theres a good amount of memory built in but the paper capacity is quite limited at 100 sheets.
It was barely enough to complete the testing procedure.
Simply load your paper, power up and follow the printers onscreen prompts.
AirPrint is there to see to it Mac users are catered for.
During set-up you’re free to print out a test page to ensure the printheads are aligned.
It connected readily with my devices and printed all my test material without a hitch.
With the black ink being pigment based, its also smudge resistant and long lasting.
Color documents take even longer, but also look good thanks to HPs bold dye-based C/M/Y inks.
These colors bond well with coated photo paper so you get photos that really pop on glossy paper.
Suffice it to say that that the HP Envy 6500 series is good at photos.
I especially enjoyed the novelty of having the printer turn over my photos and print information the reverse.
Its a fun feature, but somewhat limited as it only works with 4x6-inch matte photo paper.
Before the testing was over, however, the printer started asking for new ink cartridges.
Thats a high CPP (cost per page).
Youll notice tramlines appearing on your printouts, or absent colors if this happens.
Its a regrettable waste of ink, but it usually does the trick.
Its a neat way of producing your own postcards.
It prints very slowly, but very well, so the overall performance is above average.
Id recommend trying the refillable HP Smart Tank 7001, before committing to a cartridge inkjet printer.
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