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3D Builder contest for Windows 10 announced
Microsoft has teamed up with CGTrader to offer a chance for 3D modelers to have one of their creations pre-loaded in Microsoft's official 3D Builder app for Windows 10, along with other prizes.
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Microsoft have new 3D printing file info at Build 2015
Microsoft plans to offer more information on plans to develop a new file format for 3D printing as part of its Build 2015 developers conference next week in San Francisco. The reveal will be made as part of the session "Developing 3D Printing Applications and Services in Windows 10" on April 30. Support for 3D printing was added natively into Windows 8.1 in 2013, with the goal of...
3D Printing made fun
Tinkerplay will make 3D designing and printing fun
Tinkerplay, a new free app from Autodesk, hopes to make 3D printing and designing a little more fun. 3D printing is becoming more and more popular, and Russell Holly from Android Central has been having quite a good time with it, but designing and printing isn't for everyone. The folks at Autodesk have just released a new app for Android, iOS and even Windows Phone that they hope will...
Band Stand
3D printed Microsoft Band Stand now available to order
One of the neatest stories in 2014 is the availability of 3D printers in the home or by businesses. Instead of waiting for a company to design and produce a product, customers can take things into their own hands. A few days ago, Microsoft's Ben Rudolph tweeted a photo of a 3D printed stand created for the new Microsoft Band fitness tracker. Now, that stand can be purchased through...
Make 3D printed objects without a printer
Windows 8.1 3D Builder app updated with lots of new features
Microsoft has just released a new and major update for its 3D Builder app for Windows 8.1 that adds a number of new features and improvements, including a way to make 3D printed objects without the need to actually own a 3D printer. Basically, the app has a new button, "Buy Print" that allows users to buy a object they can customize in the app from 3D Systems. Microsoft says: "...
Add a personal touch to your orders with Amazon's 3D printing store
Amazon has launched a new section of its retail website where customers can customize and purchase a number of 3D printed products, including items such as cases, holders and stands for smartphones and tablets. Amazon says in its press release: The new store will feature fun and easy-to-use design templates for customers to put their individual style on an item they create and 3D...
Discover and 3D print your very own dinosaur with this free Windows 8 app
3D printers are slowly becoming the cool toys to use in creating various objects, but using a new Windows 8 app you can create your very own Tyrannosaurus dinosaur. Not only are you able to reproduce the famous predator, but there's room to learn and uncover every detail about what life was like all those years ago. Before printing away, you're tasked with becoming a palaeontologist and...
Nokia celebrates the Easter holiday with edible technology
Nokia has been delving into different technologies, some weird and wonderful and others just plain awesome. This year, to celebrate the Easter holidays, Nokia is introducing #Chokia. If you haven't quite guessed from the name (and the above image), the company is producing 3D-printed logos made of chocolate. Humorously, Nokia states the reason behind doing just the company's logo, as...
Consumerization of 3D Printing: Windows 8.1 drivers and a Windows Phone app
One of the many technology trends that we are looking forward to in 2014 is the consumerization of 3D printing, especially after Windows 8.1 introduced native 3D printing support last year. The first industry event of the year, CES 2014, reflected the excitement in the category with new 3D printers and new apps. At the event, 3D printer manufacturer Beijing TierTime launched their...
Microsoft releases 3D Builder so you can view, prepare, and print your 3D models on Windows 8
Everyone wishes they had a 3D printer. It’s a relatively new field that’s beginning to see mainstream appeal. To help push 3D printing, Microsoft has released an app for Windows 8 that will let you manage your prints. Makerbot also pushed out some driver updates for Windows 8.1. One way or another, today’s a good day if you’re into 3D printing on Windows 8. Microsoft just released a...
MakerBot 3D printers become available at select Microsoft Stores
Earlier this week we viewed Microsoft's latest episode of "On The Whiteboard" about the new 3D printing drivers that will be shipping within Windows 8.1. Today we have learned that Microsoft retail stores across the country will offer the experience to see a MakerBot Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer first hand. Customers will be able view a live 3D printing demonstration, as well as...
Microsoft's latest episode of "On the Whiteboard" talks about 3D Printing in Windows 8.1
This week Pamela Woon, editor and host of Microsoft’s On the Whiteboard, takes us on an adventure of Maker Haus to see the future of 3D printing. Mike Kemery describes the location as a “gym… allowing users to access tools that usually aren’t accessible”. He discusses the future of 3D printing evolving from a hobby idea to a mainstream focus over the last few years. Microsoft has added...
Gibbage Cases for the Nokia Lumia 920 close to becoming available
Some time ago we took a look at Gibbage Cases for the HTC 8x. The cases are 3D printed shells that snap on to your 8x to give the Windows Phone a little bit of style and protection. There was mention that cases were in development for the Nokia Lumia 920 and it looks like the Lumia 920 cases will be here before you know it. While the 920 cases are still in the prototype stage Kevin...
Nokia and MakerBot team up for 3D printing live at MWC
Here’s something very cool at the Nokia MWC booth. The guys from MakerBot are here with Nokia’s Lumia 820 case reference design and they’re printing cases for the device right here on the show floor. 3D printing is still in its infancy, but MakerBot’s designs are looking really funky, making us all wish for a future where we can print out our own cases on a whim (I’m thinking day of the...
Gibbage Cases, a simple 3D printed case for your HTC 8X
Gibbage Cases has been a roller coaster, grass roots effort by Windows Phone enthusiast Kevin "Gibbage" Miller. Miller was looking for a simple case to protect his HTC 8X with three principles in mind; protection, design and function. The end result was a unique case that offered a buffer between the 8X and harsh surfaces. The Gibbage Case may not offer much protection from falls but it...
Quality control issues bench Gibbage 3D cases, there's no joy in Mudville tonight
Gibbage Cases were supposed to be a new 3D printed cases for the HTC 8X Windows Phone and eventually for the Nokia Lumia 920. The cases were uniquely designed mainly to offer surface protection to the 8X and 920 from scratches. Plus they are kinda cool looking. We were slated to receive a review unit here shortly but just got the news from the Gibbage Case creator that he's having to...
Gibbage Cases, 3D printed protection for your HTC 8X
Gibbage Cases is an interesting home grown venture that takes advantage of 3D printing to produce a protective case for your HTC 8X Windows Phone. The cases are the creation of Kevin "Gibbage" Miller that have been designed with three principals in mind. Protection, Design and Function. The Gibbage Case protects the soft outer coating and corners of the 8X by creating a small buffer...
Get creative and print your own 3D cases for the Lumia 820
Nokia is attempting to get the Windows Phone community involved in making new Lumia 820 cases. The company has released a 3D-printing Development Kit (3DK), which not only comes with the required raw files for 3D printers, but also guidance on what materials could be utilised, tips on what to look out for in creating a unique case, and other advice. Should you have access to a 3D...