This cartridge produces excellent color images, with realistic colors and accurate representation.
On the negative side, getting an image wet can result in serious smudges.
Also, unless used regularly, the cartridge's tiny jets eventually dry out and clog, blocking either cyan, magenta, and/or yellow. The result is similar to one of the inks running out, in that images are missing a color or two. If you think the jets might be clogged, remove the cartridge from the printer, dampen a paper towel with alcohol and thoroughly swab the cartridge jets, then vigorously shake the cartridge for a few seconds. That usually brings it back to life, but once alcohol is needed, it will probably dry out again, in a few days. Printing something in color once a couple of times per week helps to keep the jets clear.
This cartridge is ok as long as nothing you print with it ever comes into contact with water or moisture. I have a 385 Photo printer and even after the photos are long dried, the slightest moisture or water ruins the picture instantly. Not good HP. Time to re-engineer this cartridge with smudge/water-proof ink like others have done.
"Great cartridge"
2006-06-12
- Reviewed By User: A173GXHQ4H27Q6
The HP 78 is a great cartridge. It last long and is perfect for high quality pictures, etc. The only downside is its price. I found this store to be a good source too: http://stores.ebay.com/Alpine-Solutions-HP-cartridges_W0QQsspagenameZMEQ3aFQ3aSTQQtZkm
I have an HP Photo Deskjet which uses this cartridge. It is fast, prints nice photos as well as cards, banners, etc., and lasts longer than other cartridges I have used with other printers. * No clogging problems. * I haven't had any smearing. * Easy to install. * Refill kits are available.
It is a good cartridge...and the best price I have found is on Amazon.
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"HP replacement"
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