About Nachiket Mhatre
Nachiket has covered diverse technology beats ranging from video games and PC hardware to smartphones and DIY over a career spanning 15 years. Some say that his DIY articles serve as an excuse to pass off his 3D printer, custom keyboard, and RC addiction as “business expenses” to the wife.
Mini PC vs. Raspberry Pi: What's Best for Your Desktop?
Can’t decide between a Raspberry Pi and mini PC? We run through the pros and cons of each, and their intended use cases as desktop replacements.
Running Doom on Microcontrollers Becomes Easier With Qt for MCUs
It looks like the days are numbered for the last few microcontrollers that haven't had Doom ported to them yet.
Google's Arduino-Powered Little Signals Offer Stress-Free Notifications
Google’s Little Signals is a wellbeing experiment combining Arduinos with off-the-shelf hardware for a gentler approach to notifications.
The Phenom Forge Brings Large-Format Functional Resin Printing to the Masses
Peopoly’s Phenom Forge resin printer incorporates improved MSLA optics and a new Nylon-like resin to make large, functional resin parts a reality.
Here’s Why Anker’s Blazing Fast 3D Printer Sounds Too Good to Be True
We put the AnkerMake M5’s high-speed 3D printing claims to the test by building a functional facsimile and running it using Anker’s claimed settings.
Why Are 3D Printers So Slow?
Ever wondered why your 3D printer goes about its business at a glacial pace? We explain what stops them from going fast.
Anker’s AI-Enhanced 3D Printer Promises Unbelievably Quick Print Speeds
Anker has taken the wraps off the Kickstarter campaign for the AnkerMake M5, designed to be both fast and accessible to users.
Why 3D Printing and RC Hobbyists Should Invest in a Cordless Screwdriver
Tired of manually wrenching your 3D printer or RC drone? A cordless screwdriver might save your wrists without destroying your expensive toys.
Raspberry Pi CEO Addresses Shortages; Recommends Raspberry Pi 400 and Pico
It turns out that half a million Raspberry Pi units a month aren’t nearly enough for prolific makers across the world.
How Do You Compare Routers? Here's What Those Router Specs Actually Mean
Confused by the arcane Wi-Fi router specifications? Read on to learn what these specifications mean and how they relate to your computing needs.
You'll Soon Be Able to Repair Your Samsung Galaxy Device Yourself
Samsung is teaming up with iFixit to offer replacement parts and self-repair guides for selected smartphones and tablets later in 2022.
Anycubic Launches New Kobra and Photon M3 Ranges of FDM and Resin 3D Printers
Anycubic has updated its FDM line-up with the Kobra and Kobra Max. The resin range adds the Photon M3, M3 Plus, and M3 Max MSLA printers.
You Can Now 3D Print a Working Portal Turret (and It's Awesome)
A fully articulated Portal Turret is brought to life by an Arduino and a raft of sensors as well as servo motors assembled in a 3D printed shell.
PLA vs. ABS Filaments for 3D Printing: What's the DIfference?
Can’t decide between ABS and PLA filaments? They might cost the same, but find out how they differ in terms of printability and physical properties.
How to Significantly Reduce Your 3D Printing Energy Bill
Your 3D printer’s heated bed wastes more than half of the total energy it consumes. Here’s how you can reduce power consumption with a simple mod.
Why Does Upgrading to a Direct Drive Extruder Often Lead to Poor 3D Printing Quality?
Upgrading from a Bowden to a direct drive extruder has some advantages, but comes with a few print quality issues.
The Top 5 Cura Plugins to Make 3D Printing Reliable and Convenient
We take a look at five Cura plugins that will improve your 3D printing workflow and make your prints reliable.
5 Lesser Known Tools That Make 3D Printer Maintenance Easier
Using these tools will help you to avoid 3D printer breakdowns.
How to Undervolt Your Graphics Card to Run Quieter and Last Longer
Is your gaming laptop running too hot for comfort? Here’s how you can run your graphics card cooler and prolong its life through GPU undervolting.
Should You Pre-Order the Prusa XL? Dissecting the Radical New Design
The long-awaited Prusa XL 3D printer is fundamentally different from anything Prusa has made so far. But should you pre-order one?