As I’ve mentioned a few times recently, I’ve been tinkering with some 3D printers — in part for fun, in part for a specific need I won’t bore you with. On the fun side, I’ve printed dinosaurs, dragons, fully articulated slugs (TikTok made me do it), puzzle boxes and more — and I continue to …
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This story is part of Amazon Prime Day, CNET’s guide to everything you need to know and how to find the best deals. Amazon Prime Day Editor’s note, June 23: Prime Day has officially ended at Amazon, but Walmart’s sale continues throughout Wednesday. Check out the best Prime Day deals still available, and some other favorite Prime Day deals that are hanging on. Amazon Prime …
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Have you ever browsed Etsy and wondered how so many creators are able to quickly create decals for your car or stickers for your laptop? There’s a good chance many of those small businesses rely heavily on a Cricut. These machines cut vinyl, paper, cardstock and more in whatever shape you send without needing a lot of technical skill. These …
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See this dragon? He was born on my Creality CR-6 SE printer. He arrived in three pieces: one body and two wings, each of them fully articulated and fully assembled. That’s right: When I lifted a wing off the print bed, all the little hinges that make it flappy were already in place. It printed that way. No rafts, no …
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Here’s a quick TV recommendation if you’re looking for something new: Resident Alien, starring Alan Tudyk (Firefly, Rogue One), debuted earlier this year on SyFy, a lighthearted but occasionally dark mishmash of Starman, Northern Exposure and maybe a little Independence Day. It’s free to stream on Peacock Premium (albeit with commercials), but right now you can buy Resident Alien Season …
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For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO and CDC websites. I had to go to the supermarket — one of the only stores still open in the town I’m staying in during the coronavirus pandemic — but my personal protective options weren’t great. My mother, an accomplished quilter, crafter and creative type, had …
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Rounding up some of the best budget 3D printers, I learned a lot about the art and science of printing. It’s not as simple as loading a 3D file, hitting print and sitting back, although the extra steps and follow-up work involved is well worth it if you want to create eye-catching stuff. These are some of the big beginner …
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