NextEngine – Devon, Ricky, Matt & Me

Ok, so now there’s a run on the 3D scanner from NextEngine. I mean, seriously, my blog is supposed to be about hardware and software for SolidWorks! You other three goombahs actually are engineers and are supposed to write intelligent pieces about the wonders of SolidWorks itself! But, nooooo, you three have to jump on my coat tails! First it was Devon who’s post wasn’t too favorable. Then, after I posted about getting my scanner (finally), Ricky emails me to say that he, too, has just got one and plans on writing a post (more on that in a second). Then, today, what does Matt go and do after reading my post?? You got it, he posted a review. Jeez, guys, I’m the hack of the group who needs this easy stuff to write about. Stop stepping on my toes!!

Ok, kidding aside, check out Matt and Devon’s posts then keep an eye out for mine and Ricky’s. Ricky and I are actually going to tag-team on our reviews. Granted, we don’t have a clue how we’re going to do it yet given the fact that I’m in Seattle and he’s in some southern state. Then there’s the language barrier. I speak English and he speaks some southern dialect that, occasionally, sounds like English. Eh, no matter, we’ll figure it out.

A couple of things that I have over the three of them are 1) I didn’t have to pay for my scanner. I just get to use it for 30 days or so. Plenty of time to take care of what needs to be taken care of. And 2) one of NextEngine’s AE’s happened to be in my area today and spent a few hours going over things with me (thanks Nick!). Now I know all of the little tips and tricks to get the job done, especially where it doesn’t come with a manual and the software guys at NextEngine are putting out updates every two weeks! Now, if I can just think of a way to get women to let me scan up their "feet" like Matt…

Stay tuned and have a great 4th!!

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July 3, 2007 · Posted in Hardware Review

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Jeff Mirisola

No worries, Matt. Your post about scanning feet was great. I can just picture you trying to assure those women that you had no evil intent, blushing the whole time.
Portland...first round is on me.
matt

Jeff,
Yeah, wow, sorry about that. I know, this is the second time too, isn't it? You've just got good ideas, and people want to use them. Anyway, I thought my story about scanning feet was kinda cool. I had other pictures to share, but thought it might be even more tasteless than some of the links I posted. Anyway, this shouldn't step on your "toes" too much, since I left you plenty of room to be technical. I plan to learn some tips from you since you sat with the AE.
See you in Portland!

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