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On 8/23/2018 10:22 AM, richard lucassen wrote:
> Hello list,
> 
> Imagine there's no wifi, no other access to the internet, just a bunch
> of mobile telephones and tablets. There is 230V.
> 
> I'm looking for a black and white printer that can communicate via
> bluetooth in order that people can be able to print (A4, letter) from
> those mobile devices I mentioned. Does such a solution exist?
> 
> Yes I know I can create a Linux print server with hostapd and things
> like that, but I want something simple for those people. I'm not always
> there to solve all sorts of problems (I know, a printer generates
> problems)
> 
> Does anyone know such a device? (searching with these terms is almost
> impossible)

No, not with Bluetooth, but definitely with Wi-Fi direct (no Internet 
access needed).

Just find a printer with Apple Airprint support, i.e. 
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0763WDSYZ . With the iPhone you need a 
printer that supports AirPrint because you would not be able to install 
a printer-specific app without having internet access.

It's easier with Android devices, as long as the printer supports some 
kind of Wi-Fi direct printing. if you need an app you can side-load the 
APK from a USB memory stick <https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N1TW10J> even 
with no internet access.

I recall being in Taiwan at my company's office there and printing, via 
IrDA infrared, to an HP laser printer from my Palm Pilot. I guess I'm 
dating myself.