I just watched a video on YouTube where you demonstrated a new version of the 3D Chameleon (Mk4?). Will this be the version I'll be purchasing? Thanks!
Ok... there is a lot of confusion about what was shown in that video. It was a preview of our upcoming Mk4 series.
The Mk4 will come in two versions... the Mk4 and the Mk4 Pro. The current Mk3 (since October) is identical to the Mk4 (base) except for the firmware, that is the ONLY difference. It was already silently upgraded to the Mk4 hardware back in October. Again, the only difference will be the firmware, which is, as always, a free upgrade. (All Mk2 and Mk3 users can already print the parts and perform the upgrade to the Mk4 hardware here: https://www.printables.com/model/354998-3dchameleon-mk4-upgrade-parts-with-ptfe-grip)
There will be some additional features that are in the Mk4 Pro (which won't be introduced until RMRRF), and that video shows some of them. But, as always, the Mk2, Mk3 and Mk4 will be upgradable to the Mk4 Pro. However, because there is significant new hardware included in that kit, the pricing difference will be charged over the Mk3/Mk4s current $179. Pricing or shipping details of that upgrade are not available yet.
"I'm an international client that paid a HUGE amount for customs and shipping... which will most like happen again"
Actually, that's one of the reasons Bill decided to go this route for the addons. I'm going to use dollars because I don't know the Euro equivalent, but the electronics are the most expensive part and still only costs around $10, it just doesn't make sense to buy a control board and some bolts and nuts for $15, and then pay $45 for shipping, when you could just source them locally for about 1/4 the cost.
Ok... there is a lot of confusion about what was shown in that video. It was a preview of our upcoming Mk4 series.
The Mk4 will come in two versions... the Mk4 and the Mk4 Pro. The current Mk3 (since October) is identical to the Mk4 (base) except for the firmware, that is the ONLY difference. It was already silently upgraded to the Mk4 hardware back in October. Again, the only difference will be the firmware, which is, as always, a free upgrade. (All Mk2 and Mk3 users can already print the parts and perform the upgrade to the Mk4 hardware here: https://www.printables.com/model/354998-3dchameleon-mk4-upgrade-parts-with-ptfe-grip)
There will be some additional features that are in the Mk4 Pro (which won't be introduced until RMRRF), and that video shows some of them. But, as always, the Mk2, Mk3 and Mk4 will be upgradable to the Mk4 Pro. However, because there is significant new hardware included in that kit, the pricing difference will be charged over the Mk3/Mk4s current $179. Pricing or shipping details of that upgrade are not available yet.
I hope that clears it up.
Bill