July 2026: A Monumental Month for Desktop 3D Printing
The 3D printing industry has seen remarkable developments in July 2026. From major retail partnerships to breakthrough crowdfunding campaigns, the desktop additive manufacturing space is experiencing an inflection point. Here's your comprehensive roundup.
Bambu Lab Enters Apple Authorized Stores
In a move that signals 3D printing's transition from niche hobby to mainstream technology, Bambu Lab has become the first consumer 3D printing brand to enter over 60 Apple authorized stores across China. The initial product lineup includes the popular P2S multi-color printer and official PLA filament. This partnership places 3D printing technology directly in front of millions of Apple customers who may never have considered owning a 3D printer before.
Bambu Lab has also launched Bambu EDU, a collaborative educational program offering STEAM courses for children aged 4–14, further expanding the 3D printing ecosystem beyond hardware sales.
HeyGears G1 Full-Color Printer Breaks $10M on Kickstarter
HeyGears has raised over $10 million during the first week of its Kickstarter campaign for the G1 series — described as the world's first desktop 3D printer combining full-color resin printing with UV printing. The campaign hit $7.22 million within the first 24 hours, and with 43 days remaining, it's poised to become one of the most successful 3D printing crowdfunding campaigns in history.
eSUN Reports Strong 2025 Financial Results
Guanghua Weiye, parent company of the eSUN filament brand, reported 2025 revenue of 712 million RMB (~$93.8 million), representing a 31.05% year-over-year increase. 3D printing product sales grew by an even faster 40.25%. New 2026 product releases include PLA-Coffee, lightweight PEBA-LW foam, photochromic PETG, upgraded ABS+, and medical-grade PLLA.
InnoStation 3D is proud to stock eSUN filaments alongside ANTINSKY's own material lineup, giving customers access to both premium brands in one place.
Creality Ender-3 V3 Mega: Large Format at Entry-Level Pricing
Creality has unveiled the Ender-3 V3 Mega, featuring a massive 420×420×420mm build volume at a price of just 3,399 RMB (~$486). The printer supports flexible TPU filaments down to 85A Shore hardness and comes with 81-point auto leveling, vibration compensation, and Creality Cloud remote monitoring.
Phrozen & Elegoo: Resin Printing Continues to Improve
Both Phrozen and Elegoo continue pushing resin printer technology forward. Meanwhile, Uniformation and UniFormation have expanded their SLS and resin printer offerings, providing more options for professionals seeking industrial-grade desktop solutions.
What This Means for Makers
With increased competition, falling hardware prices, and expanding material options, 2026 is shaping up to be the best year yet for 3D printing enthusiasts. Whether you need reliable PLA+ filament for daily printing or specialized resins for detailed models, InnoStation 3D has you covered as your trusted ANTINSKY distributor in Europe.