The just-released 2.1-version of FingerPrint adds support for Windows 8, Mac OS X 10.6-10.8, and iOS 6. It also lets you create virtual printers for services like Evernote and Dropbox, meaning you can "print" documents, photos, and the like directly to your accounts.

I think my only complaint with FingerPrint is its $19.95 price tag. (There's a trial version, thankfully.) That's cheaper than a new printer, sure, but still a bit steep for what is essentially a simple print server. On the other hand, it quickly and easily solves a major hassle with iDevice printing, and that's worth something.

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