Canon Unveils New Compact A4 Multi-Function Devices Tailored to the Needs of Modern Workplace

- Combining exceptional mobile connectivity and security, the latest imageRUNNNER A4 monochrome multi-function devices help businesses optimise performance

NEW DELHI, Dec. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Canon  announced a new addition to the imageRUNNER (iR) multi-function device (MFD) line-up, comprising two A4 monochrome MFDs, the iR1643i and iR1643iF. Built to meet the needs of any contemporary office , the new MFDs will help businesses increase productivity with seamless mobile connectivity, supporting a wide range of mobile printing solutions including Canon PRINT Business, Apple^® AirPrint™ and Mopria^® Print Service.

"Accomodating a mobile workforce, embracing cloud technology and securing valuable business data are key in managing today's offices," said Mr. K Bhaskhar, Senior Vice President, Business Imaging Solutions Division, Canon India. "Our new imageRUNNER MFDs are designed to fulfill the requirements of modern offices. Equipped with uniFLOW Online Express, Canon's cloud-based print management solution, the MFDs help businesses track and assess print, copy, scan, and fax usage, as well as allocate costs to departments accurately. The MFDs are also capable of safeguarding the confidentiality of business data with strong security features, such as Verify System at Startup, Encrypted PDF and Device Signature PDF, effectively prevent unauthorised device access and protect scanned documents."

In today's versatile and dynamic business environment, an office can be set up anytime and anywhere. Be it a small office, a home office, a medium scale business or a large enterprise, the iR1643i adapts perfectly to any business environment. It's compact size and advance features contribute towards optimized productivity and cost efficiency.

Pre-installed with Application Library, the new iR1643i and iR1643iF host a range of shortcuts designed to help users streamline workflows and work faster. Users can customise the MFDs to automate routine tasks according to specific work requirements, and convert multiple steps into a one-step operation for achieving maximum efficiency. The productive MFDs also feature a swift printing speed of 43 ppm, and high-capacity paper feed of up to 2,300 sheets to help busy offices breeze through heavy workloads. Built with a 12.7 cm (5-inch) colour touchscreen LCD, the MFDs provide a great user experience with easy navigation across the intuitive UI. The display of simple icons in a clean layout and smartphone-like virtual QWERTY keyboard provide users with superb ease of use.

Availability

The imageRUNNER 1643i and 1643iF are available from immediate effect at Canon and Canon Authorised Dealers.

About Canon Group

Ever since its foundation in 1937, Canon is guided by the "Kyosei" philosophy of living and working together for the common good. Canon strives to create and deliver world-class products, becoming a top global corporation by diversifying into new business fields throughout the world. Focusing on optical technologies, Canon produces office equipment, consumer and professional imaging devices, network cameras, healthcare and industrial equipment. Through the close connection between its global head office in Tokyo and regional headquarters in America, Europe, Asia, Oceania and regional headquarters in Japan, Canon combines its global and local operations organically. In 1996, Canon launched its Excellent Global Corporation Plan with the goal of serving the society with advanced technologies and becoming a trustworthy and responsible corporate citizen. The year 2016 was the first year of Phase 5 of the Plan. Currently, Canon boasts a strong global presence of 376 subsidiaries all over the world, supported by 197,776 employees. (Data as of December 31, 2017)

About Canon India

Canon India Pvt. Ltd., a 100% subsidiary of Canon Singapore Pvt. Ltd., is a world leader in imaging technologies. Set up in 1997, Canon markets over 200 comprehensive range of sophisticated contemporary digital imaging products and solutions in India. The company today has offices and warehouses in 14 cities across India and employs over 1000 people and over 850 channel partners. Canon India till date has opened over 250 retailer stores accredited as "Image Square" across 100+ cities in the country. Canon India's service reach extends to over 633 towns covering 18,957 PIN codes across India - which comprises of 250+ Camera collection points, 16 Camera repair centers, 279 Printer repair centers, 191 Copier, Scanner and Large Format Printer Sales & Service dealers. (Data as of September 16, 2020).

In sync with its corporate tagline- 'Delighting You Always', reinforced by World class technology, Canon offers an extended product portfolio, including copier MFDs, Managed Document Services, Printers, Document and Cheque Scanners, Digital Cameras, DSLRs, Cinematic Imaging Products catering to the multiple market segments of consumer, SME, B2B, Commercial, Government & PSUs.