David Awoyode
The SMÅ printer, designed by Jakob Höxtermann, challenges the stereotype of bulky, complicated printers. It emphasizes simplicity, sustainability, and compactness, making it ideal for home and office environments.
Minimal Buttons and Intuitive LED
Unlike traditional printers with numerous buttons and confusing menus, the SMÅ uses only three buttons—power, stop, and setup. A single LED communicates the printer’s status through clear, intuitive colors, signaling readiness, low ink, or paper jams at a glance.
Vertical Paper Feed Saves Desk Space
The SMÅ adopts a top-feeding, vertical paper design, inspired by Panasonic’s SP-70 and SPV series. This layout saves desk space while holding up to 120 sheets without additional trays. A transparent extension keeps stacked paper stable, offering practical functionality often missing in other printers.
Easy, One-Handed Maintenance
Maintenance is simple and mess-free. Users can replace ink with one hand by lifting the outer shell and sliding in a new cartridge. The printer’s assembly uses screws instead of glue, making it easier to disassemble and recycle at the end of its lifecycle.
Minimalist Design for Modern Spaces
With soft edges and a compact footprint, the SMÅ blends seamlessly into contemporary homes and offices. Its unobtrusive design ensures it does not dominate a desk, unlike industrial-looking printers, allowing for aesthetically pleasing integration.
Streamlined Functionality for Everyday Use
While the SMÅ prioritizes intuitive use and efficiency, it is not designed for heavy-duty printing. It supports setup via smartphones or PCs and encourages reduced paper and ink consumption, making it ideal for daily, moderate printing tasks
Charles Esther