Polaroid Announces Plans to Launch 3D Printer for Homes

3D printers are the newest product launched by Polaroid. In a three-year partnership with UK manufacturer Environmental Business Products, Polaroid will outsource the manufacturing of their 3D printer to EBP and will be exclusive in 15 European markets.

The first model to launch will be the Polaroid ModelSmart 250S with a debut at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.

Equipped with a WiFi enabled camera and auto calibration, this breakout edition of the home 3D printer also offers the ability to use any of the available nine PLA colors for the ultimate in creativity. A smartchip mechanism on the filament cartridge ensures the users has the correct materials installed.

“Just as the first Polaroid Land camera enabled people to watch a picture instantly develop, our relationship with EBP will allow us to bring the magic of creating an object right before your eyes to consumers across Europe.” -Scott W. Hardy, President and CEO of Polaroid