Panasonic is introducing two new desktop document color scanners, the KV-S1026C ($595) and KV-S1015C ($495), with the KV-S1015 featuring one-touch scanning to Google Drive and Evernote. Panasonic rates the KV-S1026C and KV-S1015C at 30 ppm and 20 ppm respectively, and says it’s equipped them with advanced enterprise-grade paper feed mechanisms – an Active Double-Feed Prevention Roller […]
Panasonic Introduces EMC Captiva Cloud Toolkit SDK for Document Scanners
On January 14th, Panasonic introduced the EMC Captiva Cloud Toolkit, a software development kit (SDK) that enables Web applications to directly access all current Panasonic scanners without the need for downloads, launch of thick- client software, or limitations to a specific Web browser. Web applications developed with the EMC Captiva Cloud Toolkit enable end-users to […]
Panasonic Workgroup Scanner is DocuWare-Certified
DocuWare, maker of DocuWare document-scanning software, reports that Panasonic’s KV-S1065C workgroup scanner has been tested and certified for use with the latest version of DocuWare software, version V5.1c SP2. With optional DocuWare, KV-S1065C users can scan documents in color, black-and-white, or grayscale, and the scanned documents can then be shared via email, stored on the […]
Canon Shutting Down Factories in Wake of Violent Anti-Japan Protests
NBC News reports that Canon Inc. has temporarily shut down several factories in China – including two that produce laser printers and copiers – in the wake of violent anti-Japan protests over long disputed territorial claims to a group of islands in the East China Sea. Canon is halting production at its laser printer factory […]
Panasonic Business Scanners Now Covered by Three-Year Overnight Exchange Warranty
Panasonic has announced a new Three-Year Advance Exchange Warranty for all of its workgroup and departmental scanners purchased beginning in July 2012. According to the firm, under the warranty, if a Panasonic’s customer-hotline representative is not able to troubleshoot and fix the customer’s scanner over the phone, Panasonic will send a replacement unit to the […]
Panasonic Launches New KV-S1046C Business Scanner
Panasonic today introduced the KVS1046C color document scanner for small and mid-size offices. Rated at up to 45 ppm/90 images per minute, the paper documents along with up to three hard embossed cards, such as a driver’s license, in a single batch by using the mixed-card batch guide, designed for use, for instance, in small […]
New Hands-On Test Report – A Strong Performance from the Panasonic KX-MB1520
We’ve just completed Hands-On Testing of Panasonic’s KX-MB1500 series, two black-and-white laser All-in-Ones. We were impressed with fast print speeds, well-designed controls, easy maintenance, comparatively robust construction, and one of the most compact footprints we’ve seen to date – just under 1 cubic foot. Click below to access a free download of this 18-page report. Resources […]
Videos – Panasonic KX-MB1520 B/W Laser All-in-One
Video series on Panasonic’s KX-MB1520 B/W laser All-in-One recorded during our Hands-On Test Procedure. This entry-level All-in-One retails for $149.95 and features walk-up and PC fax, direct-connect USB printing and scanning (color), as well as digital copying. A fax-less KX-MB1500 version retails for $124.95 We’re getting used to the new video camera and video composition […]
Photo Gallery – Panasonic KX-MB1520 B/W Laser MFP
This is a gallery of photos taken of Panasonic’s $149.95 KX-MB1520 B/W laser All-in-One all set up and ready to undergo a Hand-On Test. Functions include copy, color scanning, walk-up fax and direct printing via USB port. Unfortunately, if you want to install one on your network, you will need to provide a USB to […]
New Image Capture Plus Workgroup Scanner from Panasonic
Panasonic has launched its latest workgroup business scanner, the KV-S1065C, which incorporates Panasonic’s proprietary Active Double-Feed Prevention, LED scanning illumination, advanced image processing, and Image Capture Plus technologies. “The key indices in evaluating workgroup scanner value and performance are image quality and job-start-to-job-completion runtime,” noted Joseph Odore, who is a Product Manager for Panasonic System Communications […]
New Panasonic KX-MB1500 “Fit Anywhere” Laser All-in-Ones Start at $124.95
Panasonic is launching two new “Fit Anywhere” laser All-in-Ones, the KX-MB1500 ($124.95) and KX-MB1520 ($149.95), which have been designed with an exceptionally footprint, thanks to a smaller print engine and an internal paper-output tray, and according to Panasonic, bring office-level capabilities, such as full-color scanning, to small and home businesses. The units, which print on […]
Videos and Photo Gallery – Panasonic UF-5500 Fax Transceiver
Panasonic’s UF-5550 ($849) Fax Transceiver has enhanced fax security as well as network printing and color scan-to-PC functions. One notable fact is the unit was the easiest to unbox and setup ever–only one piece of tape with a small foam block attached to it! If you’re still using fax for security reasons (and many of […]
Panasonic Moving North American Headquarters
Panasonic will be moving its North American headquarters from Secaucus, NJ, to Newark, NJ, reports New Jersey’s Star Ledger. The company had reportedly been considering a move to either Brooklyn, Atlanta, Chicago, or California. Newark Mayor Cory Booker and Joseph M. Taylor, CEO of Panasonic North America, are expected to make the announcement official at […]
New Panasonic Fax Machines Incorporate Advanced Security Features
Panasonic has rolled out two new business-class fax machines with advanced security that are designed for small and mid-size businesses, and particularly for healthcare providers and public services that are required to keep documents and information confidential. Both new laser-based Super Group 3 fax machines, the UF-5500 and UF-4500, are rated at up to 24 […]
Videos – Panasonic KX-MB2061
Video series on Panasonic’s remarkable 8-in-1, the KX-MB2061. This B/W laser MFP retails for $299.95 and features network scanning, a built in DECT 6.0 phone system with telephone handset, the ability to support up to 6 cordless handsets, the ability to transfer voice mails to extensions or via e-mail, the ability to forward fax receptions […]
Panasonic Debuts Groundbreaking “8-in-1” KX-MB2061 Laser All-in-One
Taking the idea of a multifunctional office system to a new level, Panasonic System Networks Company of America has rolled out its groundbreaking KX-MB2061 (right), an “8-in-1″ office imaging and communications system that incorporates laser network print, copy, network color scan, and Super Group 3 fax. But it also adds several new functions and capabilities—including […]
New Fax-Based All-in-Ones From Panasonic Start At $139.95
Panasonic has introduced three new fax-based, monochrome laser All-in-Ones for SMB that start at $139.95, the KX-FL421, KX-FLM661 and KX-FLM671. The new systems are being distributed through Panasonic’s dealer channel, and incorporate Super Group 3 fax and convenience copy, with the KX-FLM661 adding local print and pull scan, and the flagship KX-FLM671 adding network print […]
Videos – Panasonic KX-MB2030
Unboxing and installation video series for Panasonic’s dynamite KX-MB2030 B/W Laser MFP with networking ($189.00). If you’re in the market for such a device, this is the one to get! Part I - Un-boxing and Hardware Setup Part II – Supply and Media Installation Part III – Software and Network Installation Part IV – Installed Software […]










