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20 storiesMonport GT200W MOPA Fiber Laser: 200W Industrial Marking Power
Monport pushes GT200W MOPA fiber laser with 200W output, true color marking on stainless steel and titanium, and engraving speeds up to 20,000 mm/s for industrial applications.
Creality Falcon T1: 5-in-1 Modular Laser System Hits 10,000 mm/s
Creality reveals Falcon T1 modular 5-in-1 laser system with interchangeable modules and processing speeds up to 10,000 mm/s, unveiled at CES 2026.
Creality K1 Drops to $309: High-Speed CoreXY at Clearance Pricing
Creality K1 CoreXY 3D printer drops to $309 from $599, making it the cheapest 600mm/s CoreXY available as Creality clears inventory for K2 series.
Prusa XL Relaunches with ~$200 Price Cut Across Configurations
Prusa Research relaunches Prusa XL with ~$200 price reduction enabled by optimized production. New silicone/epoxy and pick-and-place toolheads planned for 2026.
Onefinity Gen 2 Elite Batch 2 at 70% Complete, Apprentice Series Shipping
Onefinity Gen 2 Elite Batch 2 nearly 70% done and ahead of schedule. Apprentice Series software released, hardware shipping. Redline HMI now standalone product.
Mimaki TxF300-75 DTF Printer Enters Commercial Production Workflows
Mimaki TxF300-75 DTF printer adopted by commercial print shops for production-speed garment decoration with industrial reliability and certified ink systems.
Stern Pokemon Pinball In-Depth Gameplay Trailer Released
Stern Pinball releases comprehensive gameplay trailer showcasing four Pokemon habitats, 182 catchable Kanto Pokemon, animatronic Pikachu, and SPIKE 3 technology.
xTool F2 Portable Laser Engraver: On-the-Go Engraving Reviewed
The xTool F2 portable laser engraver reviewed for compact design, removable bottom panel for oversized items, and optional battery power for craft fair and event use.
Prusament Ultraglow Green & Resin Cleaner DPM: New Materials from Prusa
Prusa launches Prusament PETG Ultraglow Green glow-in-the-dark filament using strontium aluminate, plus Resin Cleaner DPM safer organic solvent for SLA post-processing.
Onefinity Expands to UK Market Through Trend Tool Technology
Onefinity announces UK availability through Trend Tool Technology with customized configurations, 48-hour dispatch, and local demonstrations.
Shapeoko 5 Pro Finds Its Audience in the Mid-Range Desktop CNC Segment
Shapeoko 5 Pro from Carbide 3D continues to establish itself with active community engagement for hobbyists, small businesses, and educators.
DTF Ink Industry Shifts to Sustainable Water-Based Formulations
DTF printing industry accelerates adoption of water-based, low-VOC inks from DuPont Artistri and STS, achieving 50-60 wash cycle durability with improved stretchability.
AI-Powered Pre-Press Tools Reshape DTF Artwork Workflows
2026 DTF printers incorporate AI-powered pre-press tools: background removal, upscaling, vectorization, and AI-generated designs as standard features.
Retro Recess: 10,000 Sq Ft Immersive Arcade Announced for NYC
New 10,000 sq ft immersive arcade and social space Retro Recess announced for Long Island City, NYC with 70+ classic games, pinball, and 1980s/1990s aesthetic.
Stern Game Roadmap Rumors: Fallout, Mario, and Transformers Among Speculated Titles
Stern Pinball future game rumors include Fallout, Mario, Transformers, Ghostbusters, AC/DC Remaster, Tron Remaster, and more. None officially confirmed.
Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W: Enclosed Diode Laser Targets Safety-First Market
Creality launched the Falcon A1 Pro 20W, a fully enclosed Class 1 diode laser with smart autofocus, camera-assisted positioning, and flame detection.
Creality K2 Pro Combo Ships: 65°C Heated Chamber for Engineering Filaments
Creality K2 Pro Combo shipping at $899 with actively heated 65°C chamber, 120°C bed, 300°C hot end, and 600mm/s CoreXY speed.
Roland DGA Launches UV DTF System with Enhanced Layered Media
Roland DGA released a UV DTF system with enhanced layered media technology for customizing hard surfaces including irregular shapes.
Stern Pokémon Pinball Demand Continues to Surge Post-Launch
Stern Pokémon pinball Pro models arriving at distributors. Limited Edition ($12,999, 750 units) reportedly near sold-out. Community reception strong.
Sculpfun iCube Ultra: Dual-Head Desktop Laser with Auto-Focus
Sculpfun launched the iCube Ultra, a compact enclosed desktop laser with dual heads (1.2W IR + 12W diode) and automatic focusing for multi-material work.
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