Just a few years ago, the idea of kid-friendly 3D printers made for a pretty good April Fools' joke. Well, reality has caught up to the punchline. In February, Mattel launched its $300 ThingMaker, a ...

The ModiBots, a line of poseable action figures which can be outfitted with all sorts of accessories, sell for around US$15 apiece, which isn't much more than what you'd expect to pay for any other ...

At a time when many families find it hard to make ends meet and Christmas is right around the corner; they are looking for ways to decrease costs while maintaining Christmas cheer. It seems that ...

You may have gotten a 3D printer just to make a few cool gadgets for around the house, but these five prints can actually save you money in the long run.

One of the world’s largest toy makers, Mattel, has long embraced the idea of helping kids build their own toys. Back in the 1960s, the company released the very first ThingMaker, which let kids create ...

It’s no secret that 3D printing is changing the way industry designs, develops and prototypes, but what about the average person? Few people have a burning need for industrial parts or custom medical ...

Even if you grew up before 3D printers existed, you'll likely be surprised by how many DIY gadgets were precursors to the ...

Kids used to have a fairly limited choice when buying their own My Little Pony. No more. Imagine getting to decide exactly what color your pony's hair is. Or what the saddle looks like. Now kids can ...

3D printers aren't just for hobby projects. Some everyday items are surprisingly cheaper to make at home if you know what's worth printing.