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Meshy, the AI 3D model generator, did not start as a 3D printing tool. When Yuanming (Ethan) Hu launched Meshy-1 in 2023, the pitch was aimed at game developers and animators: characters, props and environments, generated in a minute and…

Long known for its versatile digital fabrication machines—which combine 3D printing, CNC machining, and laser engraving in a single device—Snapmaker has been undergoing a significant strategic shift in recent years. Following the success of its Snapmaker 2.0 and Artisan models,…

Raise3D is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year. Known for its professional FDM printers, particularly the Pro3 and E2 series, and more recently for its DF2 and DF2+ resin systems, the brand is taking another major step forward with the…

Previously known for its FDM 3D printers, Raise3D continues to diversify into new additive manufacturing technologies. In 2023, the manufacturer launched the DF2, its first resin 3D printer, unveiled at Formnext. Less than two years later, it is back with…

UltiMaker S8 test: a logical update, a natural progression. Two years after testing the S7, it’s the UltiMaker S8’s turn to go through our test. If you haven’t yet read our review of the S7, we invite you to take…

The consumer 3D printing market is evolving rapidly, with increasingly high-performance, affordable machines. Among the new products recently launched, the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo stands out with its closed design, CoreXY architecture, compatibility with the ACE Pro multi-material station and…

The market for handheld 3D scanners is evolving rapidly, and SHINING 3D continues to innovate with its Einstar range. Founded in 2004, SHINING 3D is a major player in the 3D scanning field, with recognized expertise in both industrial metrology…

HeyGears, renowned for its professional dental 3D printing solutions, has recently made a splash on the consumer market with its first resin desktop printer, the Reflex. Following the success of the UltraCraft Reflex, the Chinese brand now offers a more…

Founded in 2011 in Jinhua, China, Flashforge is a long-standing player in the desktop FDM/FFF 3D printer market, with flagship models such as the Creator, Finder, Guider and Dreamer. More recently, the brand has extended its offering with a range…

Whether created by historic manufacturers or up-and-coming players, it’s always interesting to discover the latest innovations that have emerged on the 3D printing market. Case in point, recently, the 3Dnatives Lab had the opportunity to take a look at the…

In 2020, Bambu Lab entered the world of additive manufacturing through crowdfunding. Thanks to the dazzling success of their Kickstarter campaign, during which they raised over $7 million, Bambu Lab has become the new player everyone’s talking about. Indeed Bambu…

RAYSHAPE is a Chinese manufacturer specializing in the development and sale of resin 3D printers. With a wealth of experience in the field, founder Bill Liu and his teams have developed a full range of DLP 3D printers over the…