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Matthew Mensley

Digital media professional and senior editor at All3DP, Matthew (Matt, or "Oi you") has spent almost a decade reporting on professional and desktop 3D printing.

With a focus on the "consumer" or hobbyist side of the industry, he covers news, reviews, buyer's guides, and features – taking what can be a daunting space of technical jargon and making it accessible to everyone.

Got a tip, idea, feedback or critique? Contact him at matthew@all3dp.com

Professional inquiry? Email, or connect with him on LinkedIn.

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Turnkey In Ignition
Ultimaker Announces New S3 3D Printer and 24/7 Printing Solution for S5

Expanding its Studio line of professional printers, Ultimaker has announced the S3 3D printer, plus new system addons for the S5 printer in the 24/7-capable Material Station and quality-enhancing Air Manager for the S5.

by Matthew Mensley Sep 24, 2019
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Moai 2.Woah
Peopoly Moai 130 Review: Best Value Resin 3D Printer

The Peopoly Moai 130 is our summer 2019 pick for the "Best Value Resin 3D Printer". Check out our review to find out why we recommend it over its fabulous predecessor.

by Matthew Mensley Sep 20, 2019
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IDΣX, Refined
BCN3D Sigma R19 Review: The Best Sigma Yet

The new and improved BCN3D Sigma R19 boasts reworked components, guidance and overall better experience. Check out our review to see how it holds up.

by Matthew Mensley Sep 10, 2019
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Bring the (Litho)Phane
This Website Creates Multicolor Lithophanes

Get creative with your lithophane making, thanks to the excellent suite of tools at Lithophane Maker.

by Matthew Mensley Aug 23, 2019
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LCD, Easy as 123
Zortrax Launches Castable Resins, Opens Z-Suite to Third-Party LCD Printers

Zortrax, the manufacturer of the Inkspire LCD 3D printer, has opened up its Z-Suite slicing software to third-party hardware. The move makes it a highly advanced option for users of budget LCD systems such as the Anycubic Photon and Elegoo Mars.

by Matthew Mensley Aug 22, 2019
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[Project] 3D Print Your Own RetroPie Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch games console is an undeniable success. But, retailing for a few hundred dollars, its does require a significant chunk of change. Why not build your own for a fraction of the cost instead? Here's how (disclaimer: the PiSwitch will not play Nintendo Switch games).

by Matthew Mensley Aug 18, 2019
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Model Magic
Watch This Incredible Pacific Rim Diorama Take Shape

This video of a model maker building a jaeger from hit-film Pacific Rim, wading through the ocean, is the perfect antidote to a dreary start to the week.

by Matthew Mensley Aug 5, 2019
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But Can it Run Crysis?
This Tiny ThinkPad-Inspired Laptop Plays Snake

And it’s 3D printed, too: Redditor builds possibly the world's smallest, most impractical, but probably most fun, laptop.

by Matthew Mensley Aug 2, 2019
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Print the Rainbow
How to Get Iridescent First Layers

Achieve funky colorful first layers using diffraction grating, in this inexpensive and unusual trick.

by Matthew Mensley Aug 2, 2019
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*Shuffle Intensifies*
Phrozen Shuffle 4K: Review the Specs

The Phrozen Shuffle 4K is a high-resolution LCD 3D printer that improves several things about the original Phrozen Shuffle. Read on as we review the specs.

by Matthew Mensley Jul 30, 2019
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Printer Fuel for Data Nerds
Prusament PLA Prusa Galaxy Black Filament Review

We put Prusa Polymers' Prusament PLA Prusa Galaxy Black under the microscope - literally. Join us, as we break down the numbers and get our print on with this handsomely packaged PLA filament.

by Matthew Mensley Jul 22, 2019
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Print For The Skies
Creality CR-10 Review: Great & Affordable

The Creality CR-10 is still a great option if you want to save some money. Check out our Creality CR-10 review to see how it compares to its successor the CR-10S and the CR-10 Mini.

by Matthew Mensley Jun 1, 2019
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Boson Buddy
Anycubic Photon S Review: The Better Photon

Touting improved mechanics, a better UI, and other nips and tucks, is the Anycubic Photon S different enough from the original Photon to be worth it? Check out our review to find out.

by Matthew Mensley May 9, 2019
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Snapmaker Launches Snapmaker 2 Pre-Order Campaign on Kickstarter

A follow up to the well-received Snapmaker 3D printer, the Snapmaker 2 is now live on Kickstarter. An all-in-one 3D printer, laser engraver and CNC carving machine, there are three new versions backable as pre-orders.

by Matthew Mensley May 7, 2019
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Form Big
Formlabs Form 3L: Review the Specs

Formlabs, the segment-leading desktop SLA 3D printer manufacturer, has introduced the Form 3L to its lineup. Touting a massive build volume and Formlabs' new Low Force Stereolithography process, it is said to offer improved accuracy and repeatability at industrial scale. Join us as we review what we know so far.

by Matthew Mensley Apr 24, 2019
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Don't Taz Me, Pro
LulzBot TAZ Pro 3D Printer: Review the Specs

Aleph Objects' answer to the increasingly crowded professional desktop 3D printer space, the LulzBot TAZ Pro offers sophisticated multi-material printing and a large build volume. Read on as review the specs.

by Matthew Mensley Apr 5, 2019
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Abracadabra
Biqu Magician Review: A Little Wizard

Gaining traction in the budget conscious 3D printing community, the BIQU Magician is a feature-rich delta 3D printer. Check out our BIQU Magician review for our verdict on this bewitching machine.

by Matthew Mensley Mar 17, 2019
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Monolith-ography
Peopoly Moai Review: Great Value Resin 3D Printer

The Peopoly Moai is our "Best Value Pick for Resin 3D Printer" in Spring 2019. Check out our review to find out why it offers the best value for money right now.

by Matthew Mensley Mar 14, 2019
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"Its all about the content"
Interview with Evelyn Hriberšek: Creating Mixed Reality Art

Evelyn Hriberšek's EURYDIKE interactive art piece puts you in the dark; figuratively and, at times, literally. We caught up with the artist after experiencing the extended run of EURYDIKE.

by Matthew Mensley Mar 10, 2019
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Labo-a-Go-Go
Nintendo Brings VR to the Switch with Toy-Con 04

Nintendo switches things up with the announcement of a VR peripheral for its Switch games console. Launching in April, the Toy-Con 04 brings a basic VR headset adapter, plus other odder and no doubt fun gizmos to the Labo family of DIY cardboard accessories.

by Matthew Mensley Mar 7, 2019
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