A printer comprising one or more consumables and a network connection searches a network connected via the network connection for pricing for the one or more consumables. A user is notified when pricing below a user-specified amount is found.

 
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> Method and apparatus for electrophotographic image forming capable of effectively removing residual toner, a cleaning mechanism used therein, a process cartridge including the cleaning mechanism used in the apparatus, and toner used in the apparatus

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