Printer · The Beige Era · 1993
Portable StyleWriter
A compact inkjet aimed at PowerBook users, the Portable StyleWriter let mobile Mac owners print without carrying a full desktop printer.
Portable StyleWriter: key facts
When was the Portable StyleWriter released?
The Portable StyleWriter was released in 1993. Apple discontinued it in 1995.
How much did the Portable StyleWriter cost?
The Portable StyleWriter launched at $399 in 1993 — about $870 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).
What are the Portable StyleWriter’s specs?
The Portable StyleWriter used a N/A, with None of memory. It ran Driver / firmware support.
Why does the Portable StyleWriter matter?
Battery-friendly portable Apple inkjet.
Full specifications
| CPU | N/A |
|---|---|
| Cores | — |
| Memory (RAM) | None |
| Storage | — |
| Display | None |
| GPU | N/A |
| Ports | Serial |
| Weight | Varies by model |
| Dimensions | Portable inkjet printer |
| Operating system | Driver / firmware support |
| Released | 1993 |
| Discontinued | 1995 |
| Launch price | $399 |
How the Portable StyleWriter compares to today
Launched at $399 in 1993 — about $870 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).
Cross-architecture speed figures are clock-only and approximate; inflation figures use US CPI.
Did you know?
It is the kind of model collectors use to map Apple’s complicated family tree.
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Last updated: 2026-06-27