2026-04-12 17:40 UTC
@kianryan@oldbytes.space @LewisWorkshop@mastodon.online I think that's where bambu have gained traction, the printers are exactly plug and play. Compared to running my cr10, my p1s is like going from manual typewriter to word processor.
They're not without their own faults (the post hack firmware lock down for example), but it's made it so printing isn't the hobby, what you need the prints for, is.
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@kianryan@oldbytes.space 2026-04-12 18:44
@wokstation@universeodon.com @LewisWorkshop@mastodon.online Sticking with the car, it's the difference in going from a C reg Volvo 340 with a manual choke to a XC60. So here's the problem. Everyone (or at least a lot more people) topped up their oil, and generally had a bit of an idea when they looked under the hood. (This metaphor falls apart a bit since I tear apart printers and bikes daily, but I'm useless with cars and have a lovely mechanic who's bemused by this.) While I agree they require less maintenance, they still need maintenance, and who is responsible for looking after them when things go wrong, and avoiding them turning to e-waste?