Hewlett Packard (HP) has announced the launch of what it claims are its smallest and most compact entry-level laser printers; the LaserJet 1007 and the LaserJet 1008.

The new laser printers are both targeted at home and small office segments and come each with a new, patented smaller toner cartridge, among other features. HP claims the printers are ultra-compact and intended to save resources as well as office space; they're engineered for quieter operation and lesser energy consumption over an extended period of time.

According to HP, key features of the printers include: the smallest, most compact laser printing system for saving space; a new patented spherically-shaped toner and re-designed cartridge; a new monochrome toner for bold, crisp text and sharper images; fast print speeds of up to 15ppm for the P1007 and up to 17ppm for the P1008; Powersave mode with no-wait instant-on technology for printing the first page in less than 8.5 seconds; and flexible networking options in the form of HP accessories.

Both printers are immediately available for Rs 6,699 for the LaserJet 1007 and Rs 8,299 for the LaserJet 1008.