# Emailing Printers The HP Google Printer Connects Your Printing Device to the Web By Joanne Lam | Published 2010-06-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-google-printer References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/07/hp-teams-with-google-to-give-connected-printers-their-own-email/) & [hp](http://www.hp.com) The [HP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-officejet-pro-8210-printer) Google Printer is a collaboration gadget which provides your printer with its own personal email address. Both efficient and convenient, this allows any [photo to be sent directly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-ace-pro-2-pocket-printer) from another computer or phone to this [email address for printing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eprint). Further, with the HP Google Printer, forgotten spreadsheets and other documents can be printed with ease. Check out the HP Google Printer in the featured gallery. **Implications** - With so many responsibilities in the modern-day sphere, consumers look for products that offer convenience with function. The ability to complete everyday tasks with efficiency is appealing for those on-the-go and those who don't have time to focus on something for too long. Companies could develop their products with this time-effective element in mind to generate more interest. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Connected Printing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop printers that can connect to the internet and receive print commands via email, providing convenience and ease of use for consumers. - **Email Printing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create email-compatible printing devices that allow users to send photos and documents directly to the printer's email address for quick and convenient printing. - **Efficiency-driven Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design products that prioritize efficiency and time-effectiveness, appealing to consumers who value convenience and multitasking in their daily tasks. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Printing Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate within the printing industry to create devices that can connect to the internet and receive print commands via email, enhancing the printing experience for users. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate email-compatible printing capabilities into consumer electronic devices, such as smartphones and tablets, to provide users with quick and easy printing options. - **Office Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop office supplies, specifically printers, that prioritize efficiency and time-effectiveness, meeting the demands of modern professionals who value convenience and productivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Advanced Tap-to-Print Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huawei-pixlab-x1.md) - [Instant Film Smartphone Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fujifilm-instax-mini-link-3.md) - [Powerhouse Office Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laserjet.md) - [App-Connected Photo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-sprocket-studio-plus.md) - [Freestyle Desktop Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dual-printer-device.md) - [Low-Cost Printer Subscriptions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-all-in-plan.md) - [Subtle Smartphone-Friendly Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-image-box.md) - [Eco-Friendly Laser Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-laser-printer.md) - [Elongated Photo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-sprocket-panorama.md)