Last week we announced that Magicard has made 64-bit drivers available for its most popular ID card printer models. Well, they weren't the only ones. Zebra and Fargo are also providing updated printer drivers that support 64-bit computers and systems, while Evolis and Datacard already have 64-bit drivers available.

This week Evolis announced the arrival of its new Quantum printer designed for high-volume dual-sided ID card personalization. The latest version of the Evolis Quantum is an extremely flexible machine that can adapt to meet varying card-printing needs. The printer has a modular design that speeds up card personalization by printing and encoding at the same time. It's ideal for large card programs and applications such as IDs and membership cards, student IDs, transportation passes, payment cards, and employee badges.

Evolis has announced new and improved features for its Tattoo2 printer. The entry-level printer creates customized badges and ID cards that feature pictures, text, logos and bar codes. The printer can print one at a time or print ID cards in small batches using the detachable 100-card feeder, or the manual feed option. The new features available include: direct transfer onto thermosensitive cards, ISO-compliant magnetic encoding, and printing on paper tickets. These new features help to increase the versatility and functionality of the Tattoo2.

For the first time, organizers of the World Cup issued RFID cards in efforts to increase security. Evolis ID card printers were used at checkpoints to create cards for credentialed guests including coaches, athletes, members of the press and VIP attendees. Card readers at each of the event’s 16 checkpoints were then used to determine which guests had clearance to enter certain areas of the event. Prior to implementing the new technology, World Cup organizers had relied on a system of colored badges, which indicated different levels of clearance.

The Evolis Badgy now makes designing and printing personalized ID cards easy and affordable too. This compact printer comes with everything you need to start printing and designing your personalized plastic cards and badges. Free downloadable badge templates, 100 blank cards, and a ribbon all come with the Badgy.

One of the most unique entry-level ID card printers is getting a minor face lift. Evolis has announced that the Tattoo2, their newest and most innovative card printer solution, has added a new module with improved print quality to produce high quality cards for a wide range of small-scale needs, including loyalty cards, gift cards, and more.