Touchscreen controls seem to be turning mainstream in the case of printers and AIO solutions, or at least that seems to be the case with Lexmark, who's just unveiled no less than wwelve new color workgroup models with innovative e-Task color touch screen technology.

The Lexmark X792 family of color laser MFPs brings workgroup productivity to new heights with exceptional multifunction performance and productivity solutions, the 10.2-inch touch screen being the largest in its class and enabling access to Print Preview features that help users select documents or specific pages within a document to manage directly at the device.

Additionally, new interactive sensory features on the touch screen provide feedback to guide the user and make completing tasks on the device more intuitive.

Featuring the fastest print and copy speeds in its category at 50 pages per minute, the Lexmark X792 family is available in six models that can be configured with additional input/output options and advanced finishing capabilities based on the needs of the workgroup.

Next in line comes the Lexmark C792 series of color laser printers, which represents the single function version of the Lexmark X792 MFP family and includes the only A4 (8.5-inch x 11-inch) color laser printer in its class to feature a touch screen (4.3-inch).

The new flash interface, similar to a smart phone, enables users to operate the printer with ease and confidence through an intuitive navigation and simple business workflow solutions.

The Lexmark C792 family is available in four configurations to meet varied workgroup needs and also offers flexible media handling and input/output options for more complex jobs.

Lexmark also announced the X925 and C925 Series, designed for customers with A3 (11-inch x 17-inch)/ledger color output requirements.

The Lexmark X925de color MFP is equipped with a 10.2-inch touch screen and delivers high-performance printing, copying, scanning and faxing as well as time-saving software solutions all in a compact design.

Lexmark's C925de color printer, on the other hand, is capable of handling banner-size media (11.7-inch x 48-inch) and is the only single-function A3 color printer in its class(3) with a touch screen (4.3-inch).

"The new touch screens we've introduced on these smart devices bring even more ease of use to our customers and serve as the gateway to access Lexmark's powerful platform of pre-loaded and customizable solutions that optimize business workflow," said Marty Canning, Lexmark executive vice president and president of its Printing Solutions and Services Division.

"Through our continued focus, investment and leadership in delivering smart devices and innovative solutions to the market, we are helping our customers become more efficient and add more productivity to their day."