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Hanna Watkin

Hanna is a freelance journalist and writer from a dead-end county in deepest England who has come to Berlin to seek her fortune and write about the future (see:3D printing). Avid internet enthusiast and night owl.

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Drone Home Jan 27, 2016
MyMiniFactory and Parrot Launch Accessory Design Contest

Do you have hundreds of ideas of how to improve your Parrot drone, but no one ever listens to you? Check out this new competition from MyMiniFactory.

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Going for the World Record Jan 26, 2016
3D Printed Robot Solves a Rubik’s Cube in Under Two Seconds

If you've always been frustrated when it comes to solving a Rubik's Cube, there is now a robot which can fix this problem in under two seconds!

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A Better Fit Jan 25, 2016
Fender Releases Line of 3D Printed Earbuds

Fender have announced their first ever series of branded headphones, including five new wired in-ear models which start at $99 and rise all the way up to $499!

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World Record (with a 3D printed twist)! Jan 22, 2016
3D Printed Rubik’s Cube Breaks Previous World Record

Rubik's Cubes have been a popular puzzle since they began in 1974, but recently a puzzle so huge has been created that it has broken all previous world records.

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On the Road Again Jan 22, 2016
Addibot: Mobile 3D Printer Eliminates Potholes

The start-up company, Addibots, has brought out a 3D printing robot which will be able to zoom around a city, mending uneven road surfaces.

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Birdhouse Jan 21, 2016
Beautiful 3D Printed Aviary is Not Just for the Birds

Graduating from hobbyist to entrepreneur, Vicky Somma uses Simplify3D and her MakerGear M2 to create and sell beautiful 3D printed aviary designs.

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The Dark Knight Jan 20, 2016
Zortrax Super Hero Mask is New Approach to Cosplay

A huge hit with fans of cosplay and comics books, the Zortrax Super Hero Mask draws big crowds at trade shows. Now you can 3D print your own for free.

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Canines and Cosplay Jan 19, 2016
Meet Thorgi, the Corgi God of Thunder (and his Amazing Friends)

There are dog lovers, and then there's Eric Ho, founder of Raw Legend Collaborations. His Shapeways store features Corgi dogs in "Thorgi" costume, and more.

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Today's Special Jan 19, 2016
SCOFF3D Wants to Open a 3D Printed Food Cafe

What's on the menu today? How about food entirely produced on a 3D printer? SCOFF3D is a Kickstarter campaign to bring 3D printed food to the mainstream.

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Baby Boom Jan 18, 2016
3D Printed Foetus: The Big Parenting Trend in 2016

Expectant parents in 2016 aren't satisfied with framing a ultrasound photo of their unborn baby. The new trend is a 3D printed foetus for the mantelpiece.

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Joggers be Curious Jan 16, 2016
BASE by Wiivv Insoles: Frequently Asked Questions

Thinking of backing the 3D Printed BASE by Wiivv insoles on Kickstarter? Read through these FAQs before you make a pledge.

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Reach for the Stars Jan 15, 2016
European Space Agency MELT Project is Out of This World

The European Space Agency announces partnership with BEEVeryCreative on the MELT project, developing additive manufacturing technology for use in space.

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Mama Africa Jan 14, 2016
How 3D Printing Helped in a Beautiful Fashion Collection

BeeVeryCreative helped out a Lisbon based Fashion Studio to produce an impressive line called Mama Africa.

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Arty Caffiene Kick Jan 13, 2016
Ripple Maker is “Last Gadget Standing” for Custom Latte Art

The Internet of Things comes to your morning brew, with the award-winning Ripple Maker that creates custom, on-demand latte art within moments.

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Flying the Flag Jan 12, 2016
3D Printed Europe Building in The Netherlands

For the Dutch presidency of the EU, the Europe Building has an eyecatching facade of 3D printed bioplastic panels (fully recyclable, of course).

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How a Broken 3D Printer Saved A Newborn Jan 12, 2016
Google Cardboard Comes to the Rescue

3D printing used for surgical support may not yet be perfect, sometimes other methods of technology are needed as a contingency - such as Google Cardboard.

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3D Printing to the Rescue! Jan 11, 2016
11 Animals Helped Out by 3D Printed Prostheses

3D printed prosthetics don't just help out humans. Here is a list of animals who have been aided by 3d printed prostheses, too!

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Keep on Running Jan 11, 2016
Base by Wiivv: Custom 3D Printed Insoles to Relieve Fatigue

Using a smartphone app, a bionics company offers customers personalized comfort with 3D printed Base by Wiivv insoles, now crowdfunding on Kickstarter.

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Extraterrestrial Filament, Anyone? Jan 10, 2016
First Ever 3D Printed Object From Asteroid Metals

Planetary Resources have been working in collaboration with 3D Systems and have managed to develop the first ever direct metal print from asteroid metals!

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Beam Me Up Jan 9, 2016
3D Printed Costume: Fashion Design in a Sci-Fi Time Machine

Looking for an outfit which wouldn't look amiss on Star Trek? 3D modeler Aiman Akhtar has just the thing, a 3D printed costume with fiber optic lights.

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