# Ink-Free Printer Cameras The Kodak Smile Instant Print Camera and Printer is Modern yet Retro By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-02-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-smile-instant-print-camera-and-printer References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/print-camera-and-printer/) & [kodakphotoplus](https://www.kodakphotoplus.com/pages/coming-soon) The [Kodak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-instant-photo-printer) Smile Instant Print Camera and Printer is the latest photography device from the brand that seeks to offer consumers a new way to capture their favorite memories. Positioned as being a [hybrid device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instax-mini-liplay), the camera will work to snap photos that can be instantly printed using the Zink Zero Ink Printing Technology and will save digital copies that can be sent via Bluetooth to smartphones or other devices. This allows consumers both a physical and a digital keepsake to address the disconnect that has been observed amongst social media users who are seeking out new artistic formats with a retro charm. The Kodak Smile Instant Print Camera and Printer can also be used for [printing photos captured on your smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fujifilm-instax-mini-link-3) to further enhance the capabilities of the mobile photography solution. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/photography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hybrid Camera Printer:** The trend towards hybrid camera printers provides opportunities for disruptive innovation in the photography industry. - **Zink Zero Ink Printing Technology:** The rise of inkless printing technology creates opportunities to innovate within the printing industry by reducing costs and waste. - **Mobile Printing Solutions:** The trend towards mobile printing solutions offers disruptive innovation opportunities for companies seeking to expand the capabilities of smartphones and other devices. ### Where This Applies - **Photography:** The photography industry can leverage the hybrid camera printer trend to create new products and services that appeal to a wider range of consumers. - **Printing:** The inkless printing trend provides opportunities for printing companies to reduce costs and waste while also offering new and innovative products. - **Mobile Technology:** The trend towards mobile printing solutions creates opportunities for mobile phone manufacturers and software developers to expand the capabilities of their devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pocket-Sized Smartphone Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-instant-photo-printer.md) - [Sleek Instant Print Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-printomatic.md) - [Instant Action Camera Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insta360-ace-pro-2-pocket-printer.md) - [Kid-Friendly Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myfirst-camera-insta-wi.md) - [Doll-Inspired Retro Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-instant-camera.md) - [Subtle Smartphone-Friendly Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-image-box.md) - [Artwork-Friendly Smartphone Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fujifilm-instax-mini-link-plus.md) - [Miniature Ink-Free Photo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canon-ivy-2.md) - [Instant Film Smartphone Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fujifilm-instax-mini-link-3.md)