The Trace App looks really neat: it allows you to stencil your own photographs, and then bring them into glorious, 3D life. Just click the “Stencilize” button in the app to easily copy a photo, or trace imported templates and assemble those into 3D models.
Recommended for ages 14 and up, the Polaroid Play uses eco-friendly plastic filament, which will be automatically retracted, to prevent blockages, if the pen is inactive for ten minutes; for added safety, the pen also features an automatic shutoff. The filament input is located right next to the power socket at the bottom of the pen, and the power, speed control, and print buttons are all on the side. Users have a choice between manual or automatic extrusion, and there are multiple print speed settings. The pen will be available throughout the European market with an RRP of £29.99
Scott Hardy, President and CEO of Polaroid, said, “We kicked off our relationship with EBP last year at CES 2016 with the much-buzzed- about debut of the Polaroid ModelSmart 250S 3D printer, a user-friendly 3D printer that enables consumers across Europe to create objects and art in their own home. We’re excited this year to expand our 3D offering in Europe. Inspiring creativity has always been at the heart of the Polaroid brand for 80 years, and the Polaroid Play 3D pen provides consumers with a new fun and easy outlet to express themselves.”
The battery-operated holder has an easy-to-use scale function, and will automatically turn off after two minutes of inactivity.
“We are passionate about 3D print technology and the addition of these fantastic new products to our portfolio is an exciting step,” said Amy Horn, Category Director of EBP. “Our ongoing partnership with the respected Polaroid brand continues to help us introduce 3D printing into everyday life and we believe these exciting new products will further enhance this process. EBP aims to generate creative and innovative experiences for our customers, which makes the association with Polaroid so exciting.”
Discuss in the Polaroid forum at 3DPB.com.