The Kodak Step Portable Mini Printer is a compact, battery-powered photo printer designed to instantly print 2×3-inch sticky-back photos from smartphones via Bluetooth or NFC, using Zero Ink (Zink) technology. Ideal for scrapbookers, crafters, and social media enthusiasts, it offers portability, affordability, and a fun editing app for customizing photos with filters, stickers, and text.
Overview
The Kodak Step Portable Mini Printer delivers instant, wallet-sized photo prints (2×3 inches) with adhesive backing, perfect for scrapbooking, decorating, or gifting. Its Zink technology eliminates the need for ink cartridges, using special paper embedded with color crystals activated by heat. The printer connects wirelessly to iOS and Android devices via the Kodak Step Prints app, which offers robust editing tools for collages, filters, and personalized designs. Measuring 1 x 3 x 5 inches and weighing under a pound, it’s highly portable, with a built-in battery supporting up to 25 prints per charge.
Specifications
- Brand: Kodak (C+A Global)
- Model: Kodak Step Instant Smartphone Photo Printer (RODMP20AMZW)
- Dimensions: 1”H x 3”W x 5”D (25.4 x 76.2 x 127 mm)
- Weight: 8.8 oz (0.25 kg)
- Printing Technology: Zero Ink (Zink)
- Print Size: 2 x 3 inches (50.8 x 76.2 mm), sticky-back
- Print Resolution: 313 x 400 dpi
- Print Speed: 1 page per minute (ppm, ~50–60 seconds per print)
- Paper Capacity: 20 sheets (10 in tray, starter pack included)
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, NFC (peer-to-peer, no network required)
- Compatibility: iOS, Android (no Windows/macOS support)
- Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion, ~25 prints per charge
- Power: Micro-USB (cable included, adapter not included)
- Features:
- Zink technology for inkless, smudge-proof, water-resistant, tear-resistant prints
- Kodak Step Prints app for editing (filters, stickers, text, collages)
- Sticky-back photos for decorating
- LED indicators for charging and status
- Reset button, micro-USB port
- Cost Per Print: ~50–55 cents (20-sheet pack ~$9.99, 100-sheet ~$50)
- Colors: White, Black, Pink, Blue
- Warranty: 1-year limited (C+A Marketing Inc.)
- Country of Origin: China
Pros
- Affordable Price (PCMag Editors’ Choice).
- Portable and Lightweight: 8.8 oz, pocket-sized, ideal for travel or events.
- Zink Technology: No ink cartridges, reducing costs and mess; durable, sticky-back prints.
- User-Friendly App: Kodak Step Prints app offers fun editing tools (filters, collages, stickers).
- Bluetooth/NFC Connectivity: Easy pairing with iOS/Android devices, no network needed.
- Decent Battery Life: ~25 prints per charge, suitable for casual use.
- Versatile Bundles: Options include paper, cases, and crafting accessories for scrapbooking.
Cons
- Mediocre Print Quality: Zink technology produces less vibrant, detailed prints than dye-sublimation (e.g., Canon Selphy QX20).
- Phone-Only Printing: No support for Windows/macOS laptops or USB/SD cards.
- Connectivity Issues: Occasional Bluetooth dropouts require resets or firmware updates.
- Small Print Size: 2×3 inches limits use to stickers or small mementos, not frame-worthy photos.
- Running Costs: ~50–55 cents per print adds up; no bulk discount on Zink paper.
- Fragile Build: Plastic body is prone to damage if dropped or exposed to water/dust.
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