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#energy-efficiency
fromZDNET
2 days ago
Digital life

Your appliances may be quietly draining electricity - this gadget stops that

fromZDNET
1 week ago
Digital life

Your electronics could be costing you, even while off. Here's one way to check

fromZDNET
2 days ago
Digital life

Your appliances may be quietly draining electricity - this gadget stops that

fromZDNET
1 week ago
Digital life

Your electronics could be costing you, even while off. Here's one way to check

fromSFGATE
2 days ago

3D-Printed Homes: Will They Redefine Affordable Housing in the Future?

In Houston, a city grappling with an affordability crisis exacerbated by climate change, a groundbreaking solution is emerging at Zuri Gardens.
Real estate
Design
fromCreative Bloq
5 days ago

Can you beat my ultimate Lego quiz?

A Lego-themed quiz offers challenging questions for fans and potential buyers of Lego's new Star Wars set, plus trivia and inspiration for 3D-printing custom models.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 week ago

Josh Ogle Puts the Detail in 3D Printing with Multiple Titanium Full Suspension MTBs at MADE

Ogle Component Design uses 3D printing and machined titanium to create highly detailed, structurally innovative full-suspension mountain bikes with functional and aesthetic printed features.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 week ago

Dylan Banera is Back with A Wild 3D Printed Aluminum Dirt Jump Bike

TBD Bikes produced a nearly all–3D-printed aluminum rideable bicycle frame using AI-designed parts and TPMS tubing, quickly moving from CAD to a metal prototype.
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Noctua's 3D-printed mod singlehandedly makes the Framework Desktop run quieter

Noctua had a couple of other interesting notes on the Framework Desktop's cooling system for people looking to make the system run cooler or quieter. First, Noctua noticed some temperature improvements when adding an 80 mm exhaust fan to the front of the system-this is supported, but it isn't the default cooling configuration-but found that the extra noise it added was disproportionate to the cooling benefit it provided.
Gadgets
Design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago

The Rail V2 is a 3D printed wall-mounted planter system that's now smarter and easier to use - Yanko Design

The Rail Version 2 is a screw-free, 3D-printed, wall-mounted planter system with streamlined hardware and simplified installation for improved aesthetics and easier assembly.
#backgammon
fromDesign You Trust - Design Daily Since 2007
2 weeks ago

Stunning Elegant 3D-Printed Headpieces by Merve Oztemel

Merve Öztemel is an independent 3D designer and sculptor known for creating stunning and elegant 3D-printed headpieces. Her designs are deeply inspired by mythology and philosophy, reflecting complex themes such as interconnectedness and transformation. One headpiece draws from the concept of "Dependent Origination," symbolizing a universe where everything is connected and constantly evolving. Another design channels the icy beauty and mysterious nature of Yuki-onna, expressed through a striking black crown that merges melancholy with modern elegance.
Fashion & style
Design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

Modular desk organizer lets you play around with your workspace - Yanko Design

Island is a colorful, modular pegboard desk organizer offering customizable configurations, 3D-printable recyclable ABS modules, and playful display of stationery to boost creativity.
fromCreative Bloq
2 weeks ago

My first days with the new Bambu Lab H2S have been... impressive

Bambu Lab has officially announced its latest H2S model, and I've been lucky enough to get my hands on an early review sample of the full laser combo. After just a few days of use, I'm pretty impressed with this 3-in-1 machine, which will no doubt sit comfortably in our guide to the best 3D printers for professionals and hobbyists with a more flexible budget.
Gadgets
#modular-design
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago
Fashion & style

3D printed sneakers by daniyar uderbekov adjust to users' soles with climbing rope lacing

A modular, glueless sneaker combining a 3D-printed recyclable TPU sole, leather inner bootie, and climbing rope lacing for repairability, sustainability, and cultural continuity.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
Gadgets

How a Modular Laptop Became a Handheld Gaming PC With Joy-Cons - Yanko Design

Modular design enables innovative transformations of traditional devices, exemplified by integrating Nintendo Joy-Cons onto a Framework 12 laptop through custom 3D-printed rails.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

This Hacker made a 'Paperless Post-It' using an E-paper display and $40 hardware - Yanko Design

A portable DIY e-paper sticky-note uses a 2.9-inch e-paper, ESP32C3 microcontroller, rechargeable battery, and 3D-printed case to provide persistent low-power reminders.
Gadgets
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

If You Need a 3-D Printed Toilet Seat, Call Jay Leno

Jay Leno is 3-D printing a replacement toilet seat for Harrison Ford because Ford's original seat discolored and Leno eagerly embraced the project.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago

YouTuber 3D prints 1984 Apple Macintosh replica, powers it with Raspberry Pi running MacOS - Yanko Design

The 3D printed 1984 Apple Macintosh empty shell is powered by the MacOS-enabled Raspberry Pi 3B+ inside. It is a brainchild of Quinn Nelson, who runs the YouTube channel Snazzy Labs. The modernized 3D case is something that you can also build yourself. Nelson has provided DIY files for the same on MakerWorld, if you are interested. Designer: Snazzy Labs
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromCreative Bloq
3 weeks ago

Can you tell which of these Oreos are real or 3D printed?

A hobbyist 3D prints realistic Oreo replicas, including a giant shelf and mini secret-storage Oreos, enabled by a high-end Bambu Lab X1 Carbon.
fromColossal
3 weeks ago

Cheese Please! Send Your Emails with a Side of Swiss

Those tedious email exchanges and endless Zoom calls don't have to be boring. Thanks to Dirk McGirk, every work task can double as a mini cocktail party-just don't get too dishy. The designer was inspired by a font resembling tiny cubes of Swiss to create a "mechanical cheese board," a collection of 104 keycaps shaped like small bites of fromage, complete with knives, a bottle of wine, jam, and even a tiny mouse.
Typography
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago

5 Best 3D-Printed Designs Revolutionizing Creative Engineering In August 2025 - Yanko Design

3D printing enables functional, customized devices that transform consumer products into practical, personalized solutions while supporting creators through funding and on-demand manufacturing.
Environment
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago

3D-Printed Tennis Ball With The Strength & Bounce Of A Regular Ball Could Change The Sport Forever - Yanko Design

A fully 3D-printed tennis ball made from compostable High Resilience PLA can cut environmental impact by 90% while preserving bounce, flight, and familiar visual cues.
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

Free 3D Printing Night + Certification (Ace Makerspace)

You must RSVP/purchase tickets through the Ace Makerspace website: 3D Printing Night and Certification - Ace Makerspace Bring your projects and designs to troubleshoot and show n' tell with folks who are also on 3D printing adventures. This hands-on workshop covers a wide range of learning opportunities including certification training, overview of how 3D printers work, finding and designing objects to print (STL files), and an opportunity to print your own object.
Education
fromCreative Bloq
3 weeks ago

Want something cool for back to school? Check out these 3 deals I've found on a 3D printer, 3D scanner, and a user-friendly laser engraver

It's almost time to say goodbye to summer and get prepped for back-to-school season, and if you're enrolling in a creative course - then I've found some top deals on essential tech to help you with any DIY projects, including some of the best 3D printers as well as the best 3D scanners.
E-Commerce
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

The best gadgets and apps in August (so far)

Innovative gadgets covered include a robovac that mops edges, a durable charging cable, and a 3D printable lightsaber.
#sustainability
#sneaker-design
Science
fromDefector
1 month ago

The Brief Adventures of Wavy Dave | Defector

Wavy Dave is a 3D-printed fiddler crab designed to wave his oversized claw and attract mates in natural habitats.
Software development
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

Plasticity might be new, but it's already rewriting the rules of 3D modelling

Plasticity, launched in 2023, is a promising new 3D modeling software catering to visualizers and 3D printing enthusiasts.
#nike
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
1 month ago

zellerfeld releases havaianas' first-ever 3D printed flip-flops with rounded toe cap

Zellerfeld and Havaianas have collaborated to create the first 3D printed flip-flops, featuring a rounded toe cap and a molded design for comfort.
Fashion & style
Gadgets
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

I'm so impressed with SUNLU's AMS Heater upgrade for Bambu Lab printers

Damp filament negatively affects 3D print quality, and drying solutions are available.
#design
Science
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The gyroid: A mathematical fantasy that recreates natural wonders thanks to 3D printing

Gyroids, unique geometric structures, are now manufacturable via 3D printing, enabling diverse applications in aerospace, medicine, and art.
E-Commerce
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Anker is no longer selling 3D printers

Anker has paused all sales of its M5 and M5C 3D printers, raising doubts about its commitment to the 3D printing market.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

3D printing site bans guns designs, hobbyists undeterred

"Following discussions with the Manhattan District Attorney's Office about concerns around untraceable firearms, we are taking additional steps to improve our content moderation efforts," Thingiverse said in a statement. "As always, we encourage our users to report any content that may be harmful."
US politics
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Alpitude Wild Prototype 3D-Printed Ti Leaf Spring Saddle, Ultralight Posts, Cages & More!

Alpitude's new prototype saddle features 3D-printed titanium leaf spring rails for improved comfort and vibration damping.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

This 3D printed mini arcade racing toy revives Road Fighter nostalgia and you can build it at home - Yanko Design

The Mini Arcade - Steering Dodge Car Toy is nearly as close a rip-off of the classic Road Fighter as possible, bringing the game to life in a non-digital, portable format.
Video games
Design
fromDesign Milk
1 month ago

PORTAL Celebrates Circular Design by Printing Furniture in Situ

Creation involves interlinked cycles of life and death, evident in PORTAL's exhibition of 3D printed furniture in a decaying industrial space.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Review: CADEX Amp 3D Printed Saddle - Performance Comfort

CADEX has transformed its Amp saddle with 3D-printed material for enhanced comfort and performance.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

How a circuit breaker finder helped me map my home's wiring (and why that matters)

I wanted to find out how much power was going into the room because it supports four servers, seven 3D printers, and a laser cutter.
Renovation
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

I tried out a professional 3D pen, and its performance is exceptional

The 3Doodler Pro pen (2025) has exceptional performance and potential, standing out as one of the best 3D pens available for creative professionals and industrial uses.
Gadgets
#architecture
#food-waste
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

Sitter Chair brings together two puzzle pieces to create a seat and side table - Yanko Design

The Sitter Chair's genius lies in its simplicity. A single shape, doubled up to form both a seat and a side table, this innovative design transforms one geometric form into a complete furniture solution.
Design
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago

meet corcelain, a series of ceramic cups with customizable 3D printed feet and screws

The Corcelain series features ceramic cups and vessels with mountable 3D printed feet and screws, allowing for customization while ensuring hygiene and functionality.
Design
Music
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

Pneumatone project brings synthesizers and woodwinds together - Yanko Design

The Pneumatone is a unique instrument blending synthesizers and slide whistles, offering a fresh take on music creation.
Chris from Sound Workshop created the Pneumatone using 3D printing and innovative design.
E-Commerce
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

Looking to print your own photos? These 2 Epson EcoTank Prime Day deals are a winner

Epson XP-8700 impresses with quality for wedding prep and is currently on sale at a discount.
Coffee
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Ars staffers share some of their favorite unexpected 3D prints

3D printing empowers users to create solutions for practical problems and enhances everyday life.
Healthcare
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Dutch dental startup Novenda Technologies secures 5.2M

Novenda Technologies raised $6.1M to enhance multi-material 3D printing for dental products, aiming to reshape dental manufacturing and access to care.
#bambu-lab
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

The new Snapmaker U1 3D printer has me seriously excited

The U1 3D printer boasts 5x blazing speeds and intelligent features, drastically reducing filament waste per multicolour print using a consumer-level modular design with 4 toolheads.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

adidas Climacool Laced Elevates 3D-Printed Footwear | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

adidas Climacool Laced innovates with enhanced comfort and style, integrating a lacing system for a tailored fit.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Smarter Ways To Build: How Builders Are Using New Tech To Change the Future of Housing

Traditional construction methods are often labor-intensive, noisy, and wasteful. In contrast, ICON's 3D printing systems automate wall structure creation, improving efficiency and reducing waste.
Real estate
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

Outsidebrendan Ultimate Trail Builder Bike has Chainsaw Storage and Runs on Same Battery!

A prototype trail builder's bike integrates a 3D-printed rack, EGO chainsaw, and interchangeable battery systems.
Tech industry
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

Free 3D Printing Night and Certification at Ace Makerspace

Ace Makerspace hosts a hands-on 3D Printing Night workshop, offering certification and support for projects and designs.
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

I use acrylic markers to colour my 3D prints, and my fave set is on sale!

Using an AMS for multicolour printing can be time-consuming; acrylic markers are a quicker alternative for detailing smaller features on 3D prints.
Django
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

This Terminator T-800 Headphone Stand Is A Must-Have for Sci-Fi Audiophiles - Yanko Design

Few cinematic antiheroes have captured our collective techno-anxiety quite like the T-800 Terminator. The exposed pistons, hydraulic jaw detail combine human anatomy with cold machine precision.
Gadgets
Fundraising
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

3D Printer Breaks Kickstarter Record, Raises $44M | Entrepreneur

EufyMake's 3D printer Kickstarter campaign raised over $44 million, breaking funding records on the platform.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Are Amazon Basics tools worth it? My verdict after testing the top-sellers for weeks

Amazon Basics tools seem to take the guesswork out of getting decent tools for a decent price. They fall into that 'good enough' category.
Gadgets
Wearables
fromWIRED
2 months ago

This New Watch Is Being Purpose-Built for Space Exploration-and It's Not an Omega

A small company aims to innovate space watches with a 3D-printed model for harsh environments like the Moon.
Gadgets
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

You wouldn't think THIS product just broke a Kickstarter world record

Anker Innovations' eufyMake E1 UV Printer is revolutionizing crafting with consumer-friendly features and significant crowdfunding success.
#cosplay
Startup companies
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

The resin 3D printer I've been using for 6 months is currently 100 off

The Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra is recommended for beginners due to its user-friendly features and current discount.
Resin printing is challenging but can yield impressive results with the right equipment.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 months ago

First Look: High Above Venture 3D: The First MTB Hip Pack With a 3D-Printed Back Panel

High Above's Venture 3D hip pack integrates 3D printing for superior craftsmanship and durability, aimed at serious cyclists seeking quality gear.
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