Reports published through September 29, 2026
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Scared Stiff and Elvira Join Pinball FX Midnight on October 22
Zen brings Scared Stiff and Elvira and the Party Monsters to Pinball FX Midnight October 22, with same-platform access for existing Pinball FX owners.
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Cricut StickerPix Launches at $169 and $299: Which One Cuts?
Cricut StickerPix Print uses pre-cut sheets; Print + Cut makes custom outlines. Compare launch prices, material limits, and the need for separate supplies.
Stern’s D&D Topper Adds Mimic Mania at $1,799.99
Stern’s Dungeons & Dragons topper unlocks Mimic Mania and a Fighter character. Check the physical-machine fit and current back-order notice before buying.
Official Factorio Models Reach Printables: 65 Models, Two Ways to Assemble
Wube has released 15 Factorio model sets containing 65 models and 247 STL files. Choose push-fit or glue-clearance variants before printing a tabletop factory.
Snapmaker and Phaetus Introduce Liber High Flow Hotend for U1
Snapmaker introduced the U1-specific Phaetus Liber High Flow Hotend, listing $34.99 for the hotend and $119 for a bundle, with prices varying by market.
LightBurn 2.2.00 Early Access Adds True Nest and Project Tools
LightBurn 2.2.00 Early Access adds True Nest, Center Line Trace, multi-page projects, 3D model import, a local/network API, and native macOS ARM builds.
Procolored Announces F13X A3 DTF Printer Launch Terms
Procolored says reservations are open for its F13X A3 DTF printer, with a stated October 15 U.S. sale date and $2,999 launch price.
Arcus Introduces Monarch FB1218 UV Printer With Rotary Unit
Arcus lists the Monarch FB1218 as a UV flatbed printer with an 11.8 by 18.7 inch print area, 3.5 inch object height, and an integrated rotary unit.
Roland DG and LogoJET Announce UV Printing Partnership
Roland DG Americas and LogoJET announced a partnership that adds Roland DG UV printer options to LogoJET's direct-to-object lineup.
xTool’s September 24 Lightning Deals: Apparel Plus and WonderPress
xTool announced an Apparel Printer Plus bundle at $6,479 and WonderPress with Craft Oven at $543, starting September 24 at 10 p.m. Eastern. Event-page rules apply.
ToolDance X1 Desktop CNC Mill Plans an October Kickstarter
ToolDance showed its X1 CNC mill at IFA 2026, with automatic tool changing and an October Kickstarter plan. Price and delivery remain open.
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