The multi-function printers in Hewlett-Packard’s Photosmart line have become quite popular among those looking for a device that’s capable of printing high-quality photographs in addition to traditional printing, copying, and scanning of documents. Although the range of features (and associated prices) of the models in this line make it a little difficult to give a simple linear explanation detailing which is “better” than the other, it’s clear that the HP Photosmart C4480 is meant to be the budget model in this series with its suggested retail price of $99.
Weighing in at 11.16 pounds and measuring 17.09 x 11.42 x 6.38 inches, the HP C4480 is compact enough that most users will have no trouble finding a permanent place for the printer on their desk or in their work area. It’s still a bit too heavy, in my eyes, to be considered a mobile unit, but it might be able to function as such if you’re really in a pinch.
Despite the focus on its photo printing capabilities, the HP C4480 is a true all-in-one device that features both color and black-and-white printing, scanning, and copying functions. The printer is compatible with Windows Vista, both the 32 and 64-bit versions, as well as Windows XP and Mac OS X 10.3.9, 10.4, and 10.5.
