Anatol Locker

Anatol Locker is a pioneer of computer and gaming journalism in Germany. Since 1986 he has edited, developed and written for dozens of print and online magazines (i.e. ZDF / heute.de, Wiener, TV Movie, Stern, Bunte, Playboy, Europe Online, Swisscom...). 1994 he developed a computer magazine for kids (Bravo Screenfun), which he led for 9 years. In 2014 he co-founded All3DP with Mathias Plica and Stefan Schwarz-Ulrich.
As Chief Content Officer he’s the guy to talk to if you want to write for All3DP.com.

By Anatol Locker

Jan 24, 2020

Need for Speed

Phrozen Sonic Mini 3D Printer: Review the Specs

Taiwanese 3D printer manufacturer Phrozen is at it again. Its new printer for your consideration: the Phrozen Sonic Mini. Offering high-speed MSLA printing for an itty-bitty price, join us as we review its specifications.

Jan 9, 2020

From Zero to Hero?

Anycubic to Launch $169 Photon Zero SLA Printer

Anycubic is set to offer its brand-new Anycubic Photon Zero MSLA 3D printer at a very competitive price of $169. It sounds cheap, but will it be cheerful? Here’s what we know so far.

Jan 4, 2020

A Joy to Work With

Raise3D Pro 2 Plus Review: Best Large-Format 3D Printer

The Raise3D Pro 2 Plus is our Winter 2019/2020 pick for the "Best Large-Format 3D Printer". Check out our review to find out why it is an excellent choice for professionals who need to print big.

Jan 2, 2020

Get Professional 3D Printing Results

2020 Best 3D Printer Slicer Software

Want to get the best results from your 3D printer? Check out our guide to the best 3D printer slicer software available right now. Most are free.

Nov 27, 2019

Low-Budget Pro

Creality Ender 3 Pro Review: Best 3D Printer Under $200

The Creality Ender 3 Pro is our Winter 2019 pick for the "Best 3D Printer under $200". Check out our review to find out why it is the better Ender 3.

Nov 27, 2019

Creality to the Core

Creality Ender 5 Review: Best 3D Printer Under $300

The Creality Ender 5 is our Winter 2019/2000 pick for "Best 3D Printer Under $300". It packs the best bits from the Ender 3 Pro into a bigger, box-like frame. Check out our Ender 5 review to find out if it is worth the extra price.

Nov 20, 2019

The Middle Child

Desktop Metal Launches Batch Production “Shop System” for Metal Workshops

With machine shops and metal job shops in mind, US-based manufacturer Desktop Metal announces its new "Shop System" at Formnext 2019.

Nov 18, 2019

More Pro Materials

BASF Acquires 3D Printing Service Provider Sculpteo

BASF, the world’s largest chemical producer, is buying Sculpteo, the French online 3D printing service. For its clients, it will most likely result in more professional material options.

Nov 9, 2019

Building an Arduino Organ

Making Music With a 3D Printed Tonewheel

Using a 3D printer, an Arduino, stepper motors and a self-wound pickup, YouTuber The Mixed Signal reproduced the warm classic sound of a rock organ.

Oct 15, 2019

Ender Bender

Creality Ender 5 Plus Review: 10-Hour Testing

A bigger build volume, a new bed-leveling probe, improved components: The Creality Ender 5 Plus strives to better the Ender 5 3D printer. Read our review to see what we found after 10 hours of testing.

Oct 11, 2019

Due To Cash Flow Problems

Aleph Objects Lays Off 80 Percent Of Its Staff

Aleph Objects / Lulzbot is experiencing a brutal cut: 91 of the 113 employees were laid off due to cash flow problems. Yet, the company continues to manufacture and sell their 3D printers.

Sep 22, 2019

The Middle Child

LulzBot Taz Workhorse Review: 10-Hour Testing

Is the LulzBot Taz Workhorse better than its predecessor the popular Taz 6 or does it leave us disappointed? Join us as we review its first benchmarking results.

Sep 13, 2019

Major Lazer

Formlabs Form 2 Review: Great Resin 3D Printer

Formlabs Form 2 is our summer 2019 pick for the "Best Resin 3D Printer". Check out our review to find out why it was the best SLA 3D printer at this time.

Jul 15, 2019

For Consumers & Small Businesses

2019 Metal 3D Printer Buyer’s Guide

Check out our metal 3D printer buyer's guide to learn about the latest advancements in metal 3D printing: New printers, printing services, technologies, applications, materials and more.

Jul 9, 2019

All-Singing, All-Dancing

2019 Best 3-In-1 3D Printers (CNC, Laser Engraver)

Check out our buyer's guide to the best 3-in-1 3D printers which combine multiple functions like CNC, laser engraving and more into a familiar form factor.