If you were not paying attention to AstroPrint, the startup that changed the pains of makin’ with their 3D printing software and wireless capability, then you’ll want to take notice of what they’ve been up to lately. AstroPrint has had a string of product launches this month. AstroPrint Mobile First, they announced the public unveiling of AstroPrint Mobile, their cross-platform (iOS & Android) mobile app. It’s had quite an overhaul over the past few years, with improvements made after receiving feedback from their users. With it you can: Print from your AstroPrint Cloud File Manager Remotely Monitor Your Printer Get Push Notifications About Printer Status View your Print History and Print Analytics Print from…

New Matter has released a new desktop 3D printer that improves on their original design. We first encountered the company some years ago and were impressed with their approach. While their device was quite inexpensive, it distinguished itself with a sophisticated cloud system to manage and operate the 3D printer. In other words, it was a cloud-based 3D printer, perhaps one of the first packaged as such. Their goal then, as now, is to produce a very easy to use machine that can literally be used out of the box. That’s done through an ingenious combination of simple hardware design and leverage of their always-updated cloud system. Their first machine…

We’ve said it time and time again, but the Raspberry Pi is just so dang cool and we believe all designers and engineers should have one in their toolkit—if not on their desktop. While there is a bit of a slight learning curve, it’s nothing that today’s designers and engineers can’t handle on a leisurely Saturday. fef So why not start now? The Raspberry Pi Mastery Bundle includes 8 courses to get started creating your very own Amazon Echo or even a ‘vintage’ streaming internet radio over a weekend. Throw in your own 3D printed housings, and the opportunities are limitless! For a limited time, The Raspberry Pi Mastery Bundle…

Not everyone has buckets of money to burn on industrial-grade construction supplies. Not surprisingly, some of the most clever DIYers have figured out ways of getting the same results using simple household supplies. Dejan Kirevski is a YouTube creator who makes various DIY projects on his Mr. DK DIY channel. He has made candle timers, jar openers out of wood hangers, and electric fans out of plastic bottles, among other things. The one constant is that all of his projects can be crafted by using easily-acquired household and construction materials. This brick oven is no different. While you would normally need some sort of metal framework, Dejan has gone for…

We have an incredible offer today, folks. And, an exclusive for SolidSmack readers only! You know, that Nespresso in your kitchen takes just seconds to spit out a cup of drinkable coffee… but coffee from a pod isn’t nearly as good as the fresh ground good stuff. Whether you prefer a smooth medium roast or a bold dark roast, the french press is a simple and easy way to enjoy everything that great coffee has to offer. Seriously—just add the grounds, add the hot water, let sit for four minutes, and voila! And for those looking for a sleek solution to keep a morning’s worth of joe at the ready…

Society has become more accepting of four-legged pets when it comes to where they are allowed to go. A decade ago, you might catch flack for bringing your dog to the public park. But these days, you’ll see dogs and cats in stores or malls wearing miniature costumes while lounging it up with high society. Bigger pets are usually found on a leash, but the smaller ones can be found in handbags, backpacks, and even cribs. U-pet is designer Tom Stevenson’s answer for a go-to carrier for tiny pets. While pet carriers are not all that unusual, these bags all feature breather holes, soft cushion bases (because not even your…