Polaroid

Polaroid 9019 Originals Lab Photo Printer Analog

4.3 (2381 reviews)

Transform Digital Memories into Tangible Art The Polaroid Originals Lab takes digital photos from your smartphone and converts them into real Polaroid prints. By using the Polaroid Originals app, you can add augmented reality features to your photos and create unique collages. This innovative dev...

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Overview

Transform Digital Memories into Tangible Art

The Polaroid Originals Lab takes digital photos from your smartphone and converts them into real Polaroid prints. By using the Polaroid Originals app, you can add augmented reality features to your photos and create unique collages. This innovative device brings the magic of analog photography to the digital age, allowing you to share and preserve your memories in a tangible and nostalgic format.

Detailed Specifications:

  • Brand: Polaroid
  • Model: 9019
  • Connectivity: USB
  • Printing Technology: Thermal
  • Print Media: Glossy photo paper
  • Maximum Print Speed (Color): 8
  • Max Printspeed Monochrome: 8
  • Compatible Devices: iPhone 7 and newer with IOS 13 or higher
  • Special Feature: Portable
  • Dimensions: 4.6"D x 5.9"W x 5.9"H

Key Features

The Polaroid lab converts digital photos on your phone to real Polaroid prints through the Polaroid app.

Original Polaroid picture Format for all of your photos.

The 3 element lens system converts digital photos to analog like magic.

Add Augmented Reality features to your photos with the Polaroid Originals app

Create your own collage of Polaroid prints using the Polaroid Originals app.

Film Not Included. Must purchase film separately.

Specifications

Product Type
Photo Printer
Printing Method
Analog conversion from digital photos
Supported Format
Original Polaroid Picture Format
Lens System
3 element lens system
App Compatibility
Polaroid Originals app
Special Features
Augmented Reality (AR), Collage creation
Film Included
No (sold separately)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Converts digital photos from a phone into physical Polaroid prints using the dedicated Polaroid app.
  • Produces prints in the classic Original Polaroid Picture Format, offering a nostalgic and tangible output.
  • Features a unique 3-element lens system that translates digital images into an analog print, providing a distinctive aesthetic.
  • Allows for the addition of Augmented Reality (AR) features to prints via the Polaroid Originals app, enabling interactive experiences.
  • Enables users to create personalized collages of Polaroid prints directly through the Polaroid Originals app.

👎 Cons

  • Film is not included with the printer, requiring a separate purchase of Polaroid film to begin printing.
  • Requires the use of the Polaroid Originals app to convert and print photos, meaning it's not a standalone device.
  • The specific aesthetic of Polaroid prints may not appeal to users looking for high-resolution or exact digital photo reproductions.
  • The printer's core functionality is tied to converting phone photos, which may not suit those seeking direct printing from other sources.
  • The 3-element lens system provides a unique analog conversion, but users seeking precise digital output might find it too distinct.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Polaroid Lab converts digital photos from your phone into real Polaroid prints through a 3-element lens system and requires the use of the Polaroid Originals app.
This printer uses Polaroid film, which must be purchased separately as it is not included with the device.
Yes, with the Polaroid Originals app, you can add Augmented Reality (AR) features to your printed photos and even create collages.
No, the Polaroid Lab requires a connection to your phone and the Polaroid Originals app to function, as it converts digital photos from your device.
The printer produces photos in the original Polaroid picture format, offering a classic and distinct analog print.
While they are Polaroid prints, the process involves converting a digital image and then printing it, so it's an "analog" instant print from a digital source.