3D Printing Digest - February 8, 2026
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Creality has entered the professional 3D scanning market with the Sermoon P1—a $3,199 standalone handheld scanner featuring an onboard Qualcomm 8-core processor, Adreno GPU, and 24 GB RAM for untethered scanning without a laptop. Separately, Prusa Research has released the CORE One's full CAD files under a new Open Community License (OCL) that strengthens protections against commercial design theft while keeping the platform open for community modification.
Creality Sermoon P1 Standalone 3D Scanner Launches at $3,199
Creality has announced the Sermoon P1, a standalone handheld 3D scanner available for pre-order at $3,199 with shipping anticipated within 15 days. Previewed at CES 2026, the P1 features an onboard Qualcomm 8-core processor, Adreno GPU, and 24 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, enabling local data processing without a tethered laptop.
This is Creality's first dedicated 3D scanner product, and they're going straight for the professional segment. The $3,199 price puts it against established players like Revopoint, Shining 3D, and Artec. The standout feature is standalone operation—most scanners at this price still require a connected computer. The onboard Qualcomm chip and 24 GB RAM mean real-time mesh processing in the field. For workshops that need to scan parts for reverse engineering, quality control, or custom fitting, this eliminates the laptop-in-the-shop hassle.
💡What this means for you
Sermoon P1 specs: Qualcomm 8-core SoC, Adreno GPU, 24 GB LPDDR5X RAM, handheld form factor with integrated display. Standalone processing eliminates the need for a tethered laptop during scanning. Pre-order price: $3,199 with ~15-day shipping timeline.
Market Position: Positions Creality beyond FDM/resin printers into the professional scanning market. Competes with Revopoint RANGE 2 ($699–$1,199 but requires a computer), Shining 3D EinScan H2 (~$5,000), and Artec Leo (~$29,800 standalone). The P1 sits in a gap between consumer tethered scanners and industrial standalone devices.
- Scan accuracy and resolution specifications
- Software ecosystem—does it integrate with Creality Print or use third-party mesh tools?
- Battery life for standalone operation
⏸️ Wait if: You only need basic scanning—Revopoint offers capable options under $1,000, You want to see real-world accuracy benchmarks before committing $3,199
✅ Buy if: You need untethered scanning in a workshop/field environment, You're doing reverse engineering or quality control and need portable professional scanning
Prusa Releases CORE One CAD Files Under New Open Community License
Prusa Research has published the complete CAD files for the CORE One 3D printer under a newly created Open Community License (OCL). The license is designed to provide a stronger legal framework than traditional open-source hardware licenses, specifically protecting creators against commercial design misappropriation while maintaining community access for modification and improvement.
This is a significant move in the open-source hardware debate. Bambu Lab's closed ecosystem has been the elephant in the room—hugely successful commercially but locked down. Prusa is doubling down on openness but with teeth: the OCL specifically addresses the problem of companies cloning open designs and selling them commercially without attribution. It's a middle path between Bambu's closed approach and the 'anyone can clone it' reality of GPL-style hardware licensing. For the community, this means you can modify, upgrade, and repair your CORE One with full knowledge of the design—something you can't do with competing platforms.
💡What this means for you
Full CAD files released include mechanical assemblies, printed part STLs, and design documentation for the CORE One platform. The Open Community License (OCL) is a new license type created by Prusa—distinct from GPL, CERN OHL, or Creative Commons. It permits community modification and sharing but includes anti-cloning protections for commercial use.
Market Position: Reinforces Prusa's position as the open-source champion in an increasingly closed market. While Bambu Lab leads in sales with proprietary designs, Prusa is betting that transparency and repairability will build deeper long-term loyalty—particularly with institutional buyers and makerspaces who value documentation and right-to-repair.
- Specific terms of the OCL—what commercial use is permitted vs. restricted?
- Whether other manufacturers will adopt the OCL for their designs
- Impact on third-party upgrade/mod ecosystem for CORE One
⏸️ Wait if: You're choosing a printer purely on print quality—the license doesn't affect output, You prefer Bambu's plug-and-play experience over tinkering
✅ Buy if: Open-source values and repairability matter to you, You run a makerspace or educational program that benefits from transparent hardware
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Creality Sermoon P1 different from other 3D scanners?▼
The P1 is a standalone scanner with an onboard Qualcomm processor and 24 GB RAM—it processes scans locally without needing a connected laptop. Most scanners under $5,000 still require a tethered computer for real-time data processing.
What is Prusa's Open Community License (OCL)?▼
The OCL is a new hardware license Prusa created for the CORE One's CAD files. It keeps the design open for community modification and repair but includes stronger legal protections against companies commercially cloning the design without attribution—addressing a gap in existing open-source hardware licenses.