The limits of 3x3 hardware optimization?

[backjaum33]

A debate as old as time- as advancements of cubing hardware get larger and larger, it seems as though we are asymptotically reaching the end point of hardware developments. Do you believe this is the case, and if not, where can we still go from here?

 

[Chicken-Cuber]

I feel like we will eventually hit a wall but it will be years before that happens. Like we are still innovating now like with the 20 magnet ball core and the center cap magnets from Dayan. So in short no not right now.

 

[L4NC3_D4_AS14N]

I feel like we will eventually hit a wall but it will be years before that happens. Like we are still innovating now like with the 20 magnet ball core and the center cap magnets from Dayan. So in short no not right now.

heh center cap magnets

 

[jakemaddox]

Just keep adding more magnets and boom, INNOVATION.

 

[Chicken-Cuber]

Just keep adding more magnets and boom, INNOVATION.

Fr bro

 

[Caleb Valenzuela]

We are really running out of good, actually innovative technology in 3x3 speedcubes. Big cubes still have a long way to go as well as side-events, but 3x3 has already reached peak innovation imo

 

[Exmestify]

We are really running out of good, actually innovative technology in 3x3 speedcubes. Big cubes still have a long way to go as well as side-events, but 3x3 has already reached peak innovation imo

Moyu be like:
"Yo, how dare you say that. We r gonna introduce our brand new 3x3, with maglev center caps for easy accessibility, and highly versatile springs in the core of the cube, which makes the entire cube glide on the other pieces. We are also planning to create auto-injecting lubricant, via our dragon coating, for even easier setup and customization. Plus, we r gonna give you a magnetic watch strap with Yusheng Dont's face printed on it. Lastly, we also offer spaceship cube boxes to truly show that the sky is not the limit. Thus, please refrain from making such comments which dearly impact our fanbase, and the demand for our new products. Thanks you!"

 

[abunickabhi]

With Yiheng getting 3.91s average on a very nice optimized MoYu cube,

I guess it is time for puzzle makers to revisit cubing hardware.

Carbon fiber next?