Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Now You Can Buy 3D Printers From Staples

Cube-printerSeth-fiegerman By Seth Fiegerman2013-05-03 15:06:53 UTC

Staples just became a little more cutting edge.

The office supply chain announced Friday that it is now selling 3D printers through its website and will start selling 3D printers in select stores by the end of next month. Staples is touting itself as the first "major U.S. retailer" to sell the product.

Staples, which announced in November that it planned to bring the devices to its European stores, will be selling the Cube 3D Printer from 3D Systems for $1,299. The printer has built-in WiFi and comes with more than two dozen 3D design templates, with more available to download online. Staples will also sell accessories for the 3D printers like plastic cartridge refills.

Selling 3D printer at Staples will likely help the technology to reach more of a mass market, although the printers may end up losing some of their cool factor when placed in the same store that sells fax machines and surge protectors.

Would you consider buying one of these 3D printers for $1,299? Share in the comments.

Image courtesy of 3D Systems

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