Best Budget 3D Printer in 2026: 3 Options That Actually Deliver
Budget 3D printers have never been better. Here are the three I’d actually recommend to a complete beginner in 2026.
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3D Printing Basics: A Guide to Modern Materials and Processes
If you are a beginner to 3d printing then this is the guide for you. We break down what is 3d printing? The processes of a 3d print and more.
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Your 3D Printer’s Noise Might Be Telling You More Than You Think
Your 3D printer has always made noise. The whirring fans, the buzzing motors, the rhythmic shuffle of the print head moving back and forth. Most people tune it out. But researchers think that sound could actually be useful data. A concept gaining traction in the research space suggests that 3D printer noise could become “speed-aware,”…
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ELEGOO’s CANVAS System Makes Multi-Color Printing Actually Affordable
Multi-color 3D printing has always felt just out of reach. Too expensive, too complicated, or both. ELEGOO’s new CANVAS system for the Centauri Carbon might be the thing that finally changes that. The headline number is £38 on pre-order. That’s it. For a four-color upgrade. Most comparable systems cost several times that, and some require…
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ELEGOO Jupiter 2: A Large-Format Resin Printer Built for Makers Who’ve Outgrown the Rest
If you’ve been waiting for a resin printer that goes big without cutting corners, this might be the one worth paying attention to. ELEGOO just announced the Jupiter 2, a large-format resin printer aimed squarely at creators who need serious build space and don’t want to compromise on quality to get it. If you are…
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California Wants to Regulate 3D Printed Guns – But Makers Could Pay the Price
California’s proposed 3D printed gun laws could impact more than just firearms. Here’s what makers and hobbyists need to know before the rules take effect.
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Bambu Lab Unveils the X2D With Dual Nozzles and a Heated Chamber
Bambu Lab unveils the X2D 3D printer with dual nozzles, heated chamber, and AI monitoring. Here’s what makes it a game-changer for makers.
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Sovol Teases Its First Multi-Filament 3D Printer
Sovol looks like it is finally stepping into the multi-color 3D printing space after teasing a new machine on social media this week. The company shared a dark silhouette image alongside the words “multi-filament” and “multi-color,” giving the 3D printing community an early glimpse at what could be one of its most important launches yet….
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How to Texture 3D Models the Easy Way: A BumpMesh Guide for Makers
Adding realistic surface detail to 3D models has traditionally been a nightmare for creators. Between UV mapping, texture baking, and navigating complex external software, the learning curve is often enough to stall any project. However, a new tool called BumpMesh is changing the game by making 3D texturing accessible, fast, and—dare we say—fun. Here is…
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10 Best 3D Printed Desk Accessories for a Clean Workspace (2026 Guide)
Clear the clutter with the best 3D printed desk accessories of 2026. From Gridfinity bins to cable management, discover functional STL files to organize your workspace.
