Epson Introduces Next-Generation Expression Premium XP-640 Small-in-One

LONG BEACH, Calif., Sept. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America, Inc. today unveiled the next-generation Expression® Premium XP-640 Small-in-One®.   Filled with creative features, the printer delivers superior photo quality, auto 2-sided printing for added convenience, and the ability to print 4" x 6" photos in as fast as 20 seconds¹. The Expression XP-640 offers a complete wireless solution, including Wi-Fi Direct² to easily print directly from an iPad, iPhone, Android tablet or smartphone- without a router³. In addition, the sleek XP-640 is compatible with the Epson Creative Print App, allowing users to effortlessly print photo collages, personalized coloring book pages, and stationery directly from personal photos as well as Facebook® and Instagram® photos.

"Printed photos are tangible memories that get passed down generations, displayed on family gallery walls, and shared as gifts with loved ones," said Monika Dees, senior product marketing manager, Consumer Ink Jets, Epson America, Inc. "The Expression Premium XP-640 is the solution to creating lab-quality prints at home so no matter the occasion, high-quality, borderless⁴, photos can be printed and shared quickly."

The Expression Premium XP-640 provides a wide array of creative applications including advanced photo printing features that print borderless photos, up to 8" x 10", and prints 4" x 6" photos in as fast as 20 seconds¹.  Leveraging Epson Claria® Premium Ink, the Expression XP-640 produces outstanding photos that are smudge, scratch, water, and fade resistant⁵, making it easy to share photos immediately after printing.

A versatile printing solution, the Expression Premium XP-640 is compatible with Epson Connect™, a suite of solutions that includes Email Print, Epson Creative Print, Epson iPrint, Epson Remote Print, and Epson Scan to Cloud services and works through Wi-Fi direct or a wireless connection. Featuring an enhanced 2.7" LCD screen, plus built-in USB and memory card slots⁶ for PC-free printing and dedicated trays for printing photos and CD/DVDs, there is never wasted time switching supplies between projects. In addition the Expression Premium XP-640 can scan photos and documents and save them to the cloud⁷ for easy access and collaboration.

More About the Expression Premium XP-640
Designed to simplify creative printing and photo sharing, the Expression Premium XP-640 incudes a wide array of features.

• Superior Photo Quality – Vivid, bright photos and sharp text, with 5-color inks
• Fast – Lab-quality 4" x 6" photos in as fast as 20 seconds¹
• Create – Borderless photos up to 8" x 10"; dedicated photo and DVD trays
• Convenient – Save time and paper with auto 2-sided printing
• Ultimate Wireless – Easy iPad, iPhone, Android tablet and smartphone printing^3-; includes Wi-Fi Direct² for network-free printing
• PC-free Printing – 2.7" LCD and touch panel, built-in USB and memory card slots⁶
• Creative Print App – Easily print Facebook and Instagram photos and create custom cards, collages, and more 
• Individual Ink Cartridges – Replace only the color that runs out; plus, save with color multi-packs⁸
• Small-In-One – Ultra powerful performance, ultra slim design
• Share – Scan to Facebook and the cloud for easy photo sharing

Pricing and Availability
The Epson Expression Premium XP-640 Small-in-One (MSRP $149.99) is now available at major retail stores nationwide and at the Epson Store, www.epsonstore.com. For more information, please visit www.epson.com.

About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to connecting people, things and information with its original efficient, compact and precision technologies. With a lineup that ranges from inkjet printers and digital printing systems to 3LCD projectors, smart glasses, sensing systems and industrial robots, the company is focused on driving innovations and exceeding customer expectations in inkjet, visual communications, wearables and robotics.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 67,000 employees in 90 companies around the world, and is proud of its contributions to the communities in which it operates and its ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impacts.

Epson America, Inc., based in Long Beach, Calif., is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/EpsonAmerica), and Instagram (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

EPSON, Expression, and Claria are registered trademarks, EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark and Epson Connect is a trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Small-in-One is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc. iPad, iPhone and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Wi-Fi Direct™ is a registered trademark and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ is a trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.

* This product uses only genuine Epson-brand cartridges. Other brands of ink cartridges and ink supplies are not compatible and, even if described as compatible, may not function properly.

¹ Color photo in Draft Mode on Premium Photo Paper Glossy measured from start of paper feed. Actual print times will vary based on system configuration, software, and page complexity. For more information, visit www.epson.com/printspeed.
² Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™; level of performance subject to the range of the router being used. Wi-Fi Direct may require printer software.
³ Most features require an Internet connection to the printer, as well as an Internet- and/or email-enabled device. For a list of Epson Connect enabled printers and compatible devices and apps, visit www.epson.com/connect
⁴ Print borderless photos up to 8" x 10"
⁵ Smudge, scratch, water and fade resistant on Epson photo papers. For CDs/DVDs, resistant only on specially-treated discs.
⁶ Adapter may be required
⁷ Requires Easy Photo Scan software (included). Mac® version may require software download.
⁸ Compared to single color cartridges; retail prices may vary.

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