
James Bricknell
James is a Former Contributor who built his first PC when he was 13 and has never looked back. He can be found on Windows Central, usually in the corner where all the 3D printers are, or huddled around the Xbox playing the latest games.
Latest articles by James Bricknell

Samsung EVO Select vs. SanDisk Extreme: Which memory card should you buy?
By James Bricknell published
We're a virtual company made up of tech experts from across the globe. We live and breathe Windows and its accessories, and use nearly every microSD card available to find the best picks for you.

Every Oculus Quest game announced at Connect 5
By James Bricknell published
With the Oculus Rift and Quest sharing so much, you should expect to see a lot of games coming to the Quest

The Best Way to Stick 3D Prints to the Print Bed
By James Bricknell published
How To If you need something that'll really work as an adhesive for your glass print bed, the Magigoo Pen is a must.

Ultimaker Cura vs. Simplify 3D: Which slicer should you use for 3D printing?
By James Bricknell published
There are a lot of slicers out there for you to use with your 3D printer. We took some time to whittle the list down to two of the very best and help you choose which is right for you.

LulzBot Mini 2 desktop 3D printer review: Portable, professional quality
By James Bricknell published
The LulzBot Mini 2 is a portable, desktop-sized 3D printer that costs $1500. Here's a look at its key features and our take on whether it is worthy of your hard earned cash. (Hint: It is.)

How to simplify your model for 3D printing
By James Bricknell published
Simplify, reduce meshes or decimate. Choose your terms.

You can 3D print a steering wheel for your Xbox One, but you probably shouldn't
By James Bricknell published
One it comes to saving money 3D print people are the best. Check out this easy to print and make pin and rack steering wheel for your Xbox One controller

Should you buy AmazonBasics filament for your 3D Printer?
By James Bricknell published
We check out Amazons latest Basics product, 3D printing filament, and see if it is worth your time.

How to make a 3D post on Facebook using Paint 3D
By James Bricknell published
Facebook introduced the ability to post 3D models a little while ago with no simple way to actually do it. Microsoft's Paint 3D, however, lets you post quickly and easily.

How to split a 3D model in 3D Builder
By James Bricknell published
A lot of models you will find in the world will be too big or cumbersome for you to print, this quick guide will show you haw to cut them down to size.

Microsofts 3D Builder vs. Tinkercad: Which is best for you?
By James Bricknell published
While both programs do similar things, one is not like the other.

How to skip Cliff House and go straight to SteamVR in Windows Mixed Reality
By James Bricknell published
Windows Mixed Reality, while cheap, still has a ways to go before it can compete with SteamVR. In the meantime here is a way to bypass most of the pesky WMR stuff and go straight to your Steam House.

4 wicked Windows Mixed Reality accessories you can 3D print
By James Bricknell published
It has never been easier to 3D print.

How close are we to the software of Ready Player One?
By James Bricknell published
The software of Ready Player One is amazing... and out of our reach for now.
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