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Ever been traveling and needed to print something but couldn’t find a convenient place to do so? That could easily change with the addition of a PocketJet printer from Brother (PocketJet 6). These handy little devices are literally small enough to fit in a pocket. They look similar to a laptop battery measuring 10 inches long, 2 inches wide and just over an inch tall. It is a manual-feed single-sheet device that requires no ink and no ribbons. In addition, there are very few moving parts, so maintenance will be minimal.

A standard PocketJet printer has a USB port for connection. However, there is an upgraded PocketJet that has Bluetooth capabilities as well as IrDA connection, which uses only infrared light waves to send data so no wires will be necessary. Simply put the laptop or mobile device in front of the pocket-sized printer and the data should transmit. The two battery options for this device- a NiMH and Li-Ion battery, the latter of which will provide the most life.

A one-year warranty comes with the 1.3 pound printer, and it is not only compatible with Windows and Mac operating systems, but also with the system used by Blackberry devices. The performance of the PocketJet is surprisingly good considering its size. This little guy can deliver up to 6 pages per minute and produce a resolution of 203 dpi.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in buying, the USB-based PocketJet 6 can be found using part number PJ622 and the Bluetooth-capable version is listed under part number PJ662. Both will satisfy the demand for a mobile printer, and add a flare to the standard pocket. Not many people can just pull an actual printer out of their pants. A PocketJet printer will be reliable, convenient and a good road dog.