The lifespan of the ink cartridges in the Brother MFC-J1010DW can vary based on what and how often you print. According to the manufacturer's description and what we've found, there are standard and high-yield cartridges available.

For standard cartridges, the black ink tends to last around 200 pages, and each color cartridge (cyan, magenta, yellow) also lasts about 200 pages. If you go for the high-yield ones, the black ink can cover around 400 pages, and each color cartridge does about 400 pages too.

These estimates are based on printing documents with 5% page coverage. If you print a lot of images or graphics-heavy docs, you'll probably run out of ink faster. Also, keep in mind that maintenance tasks like cleaning print heads use up ink as well.

From what we've seen, many folks find the high-yield cartridges to be more cost-effective, especially if they print a lot. Plus, the Brother MFC-J1010DW can help you keep an eye on ink levels and alert you when they're low, which is super convenient.

Replacement ink costs are also something to think about. Brother's cartridges are generally priced reasonably compared to some other brands, which is nice if you're trying to keep printing costs down. While you could consider third-party cartridges, they might not always perform as well and could void your warranty.

So, if you print a moderate amount, standard cartridges should work fine. But if you have lots of printing to do, high-yield options might save you the hassle of frequent replacements.

Keeping track of your printing habits will help you get a better idea of how long the cartridges will last for you.

For print quality, the Brother MFC-J1010DW does a pretty good job, especially with text documents. People generally like how clear and sharp the black-and-white prints are, which is great for office or home use where you need that kind of detail.

Color prints are decent too, with vibrant colors that work well for casual photos or marketing stuff, although it’s not really a high-end photo printer, so keep that in mind if you’re after professional-level photo prints. The printer also has automatic duplex printing, which folks find handy for saving paper and printing double-sided pages without much fuss.

One thing to watch out for is the type of paper and ink you use. It’s a good idea to stick with high-quality paper and genuine Brother ink cartridges. Some people who used third-party ink noticed not-so-great print quality and even some clogging issues.

The wireless printing feature is cool but can be a bit tricky to set up for some. While some have no trouble getting it up and running with the Brother Mobile Connect app, others have faced some bumps with network disconnections or initial setup.

Updating the firmware and software can help smooth things out. But once you get past the setup, the wireless printing is generally reliable and super convenient.

So to sum it up, the Brother MFC-J1010DW prints nicely, especially for text documents, and has handy features like duplex printing and wireless functionality. Just be a bit patient with the setup and stick to quality supplies for the best results.

Yep, the Brother MFC-J1010DW works with Amazon Alexa. According to the manufacturer's product description, you can use Alexa to print, scan, copy, and even check your printer's status just with voice commands.

This is super handy if you're someone who likes to multitask or has a bunch of smart devices at home. To get it set up, make sure your printer and Alexa device are on the same Wi-Fi network. After that, enable the Brother Printer skill in the Alexa app and link your Brother account. Once that's done, you'll be able to start tasks and get updates about your printer through Alexa.

Aside from the Alexa support, the Brother MFC-J1010DW has some neat features like an automatic document feeder (ADF) for scanning multiple pages at once. Just a heads up though, it doesn’t do duplex scanning automatically, so you'll have to flip the paper yourself if you need both sides scanned.

The printer also supports mobile printing through AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, and the Brother iPrint&Scan app, which is great for flexibility.

If you specifically need automatic duplex scanning, you might want to look at a different model like the Brother MFC-J1170DW. It not only does duplex scanning but also has a bigger display and other advanced features.

But for a smart home setup and everyday use, the MFC-J1010DW is a solid choice.