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New 3D Printers of 2026: What Launched and Which Are Worth It
Every notable consumer 3D printer released in 2026 so far, in launch order, with current prices, what's genuinely new, and the known problems. Plus what's still coming this year.
Bambu PETG Matte: Specs, Settings, and Who Should Buy It
Bambu Lab's new PETG Matte costs the same as PETG Basic, undercuts PLA Matte, and promises PLA-like printing with supports that peel off by hand. The spec sheet, the settings, and the catches.
Bambu Lab Discontinued PETG HF: What to Use Instead in 2026
Bambu Lab quietly phased out PETG HF in most colors and replaced it with a reformulated PETG Basic. Here is what actually changed, why your old profile will not drop in cleanly, and the best high-speed PETG alternatives to switch to right now.
PFAS Is Coming for Your Filament Shelf: What the 2026 EU Ban Means for 3D Printing
The EU is finalizing the largest chemical restriction in its history, and it touches 3D printing filament more than most hobbyists realize. Here is what PFAS means for your spools, which materials are most at risk, and what to watch for through 2029.
Why Filament Prices Just Surged in 2026: Tariffs, Shortages, and How to Keep Printing Affordably
Filament prices jumped as much as 59% in 2026. Here is what is driving it (tariffs, supply crunches, TPU shortages) and the practical moves that keep your cost-per-print low.