James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s. While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser ...

Like many of us, [Ben] has too many 3D printers. What do you do with the old ones? In his case, he converted it into a robotic camera rig. See the results, including footage from the robot, in the ...

QIDI has launched the QIDI Q2, a compact yet powerful 3D printer designed to bring professional-grade performance to beginners and hobbyists. At just $499, this model stands out as one of the most ...

Snapmaker's 3D printers don't always follow trends. The original Snapmaker was a small three-in-one machine that could be a 3D printer, laser cutter or CNC, depending on the type of tool head you use.

Color gradient filament is fun stuff to play with. It lets you make 3D prints that slowly fade from one color to another along the Z-axis. [David Gozzard] wanted to do some printing with this effect, ...

In 2024, the Hardware segment held around 61% of the personal 3D printers market, driven by growing demand for compact, affordable, and easy-to-use desktop printers among hobbyists, educational ...

The founding story of 3D printer maker Creality 3D Technology Co. is grounded in China's love affair with cutting costs to the bone. The company's four co-founders first met at a 3D trade show where ...

TAMPA, Fla. — With the help of cutting-edge technology, the Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa is tackling the affordable housing crisis in Hillsborough County. Community leaders, housing ...

Although not the first multi-head 3D printer, it's certainly the smallest, cheapest and most accessible. Print speeds all around are exceptionally fast, and whilst there are a few quirks due to the ...

With a roomy print bed, a large control panel, and very good print quality, the Elegoo Centauri Carbon ($299.99) seems like it should cost a lot more than it does. But the budget 3D printer market is ...

It was just three years ago that Bambu Lab arrived on the scene and instantly changed the 3D printing landscape. The company's range of machines is now seen as the 3D benchmark for all others to ...

A superintendent at a Pennsylvania school is helping to reduce costs for families with students interested in playing a musical instrument. Once a popular choice, the violin can cost hundreds of ...