337: They're 3D-Printing Shoes Now

337: They're 3D-Printing Shoes Now

From Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod. by Brad Shoemaker, Will Smith

May 3, 2026 · 1h 15m · Episode 337

About this episode

The hosts discuss various tech projects including a new Steam Controller, 3D printing experiences, and insights into paper printing.

We've got a project potpourri this week of things we've been getting our hands on, literally in the case of Will and his brand new Steam Controller. We talk through the ins and outs of Valve's first new hardware in a while, including button feel, a variety of use cases, what you can do with it if Steam isn't present, and more. Will's also been in the mouse labs, testing an 8000Hz polling rate and glass feet, and finally, he reports on what he's gotten out of his first month with a new 3D printer. Brad's also been down a rabbit hole on 2D printing (and has the battle scars to prove it) with some news and revelations about paper printers new and old. Projects!

People in this episode

Hosts: Will, Brad

Topics covered

  • 3D printing
  • technology
  • gaming hardware
  • printing technology
  • product reviews

Keywords

  • Steam Controller
  • 3D printer
  • 8000Hz polling rate
  • glass feet
  • paper printers

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Valve

Products: Steam Controller, 3D printer, paper printers

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