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[EngiNerdBrian]

tbh I don't mind out of date puzzles at all. I like all kinds of puzzles, even budget ones

Yeah I agree. I should clarify, I’ve got no issues with old out of date puzzles, I hope they’re just not old, out of date, and universally accepted as bad puzzles.

I think many of the new puzzles are just too trendy and offer bells and whistles that just don’t quite matter to average solvers.

I was just solving my old wit2 earlier tonight and thinking about how good it actually feels for me as an average 2x2 solver. Loud, but good! I digress, this thread is for new stuff

 

[qwr]

I was just solving my old wit2 earlier tonight and thinking about how good it actually feels for me as an average 2x2 solver. Loud, but good!

It's funny that you picked the wittwo (I assume v1) because that cube is like maybe one of a few cubes that still holds up fairly well today just because of how good the design was for corner cutting. I don't even know if witeden realized how amazingly they nailed their first 2x2 because their 3x3s were only okay and the next 2x2s were much worse received and considered inferior.

 

[Scollier]

Anyone see this new timer?

GAN Bluetooth Smart Timer

Introducing the GAN Bluetooth Smart Timer! Designed by cubers, for cubers, this advanced cube timer offers a range of smart features to enhance your solving experience. As part of the next generation of speed cube timers, the Smart Timer provides precision, connectivity, and convenience, making...

speedcubeshop.com

Imo, it looks kinda ugly, and the bluetooth might be unstable and a pain to connect it to your device. And also, it does display an ao5 which is nice, but overall, it doesn't have many new features.

E: I'm not sure if this is the right thread for this, so mods, you can move it if it's in the wrong place.

 

[Cubing Forever]

Matty's review. Also, the new cubestation app isn't a pain acc to him.

 

[Mr. McCubing]

Part of me wants to get one of every price level and see how it plays out but that is a bit ridiculous. Sure would be exciting though!

Edit: I am always in an acquiring cubes mood!

Thats what i did lol. and got a extra 5 and to extra 10s

 

[Scollier]

Haha, sometimes I just have an impulse to buy more cubes, but I really shouldn't, because I couldn't play with them anyway. But in the summer....I have big* plans.

*I mean BIG. Like lots of cubes, and also big cubes like a 9x9 and a mega 3x3.

 

[Nmile7300]

This appears to be a Zhanchi 2021 or something from Dayan. PiCubeShop claims in the comments that the reason the cubes stick together has nothing to do with magnets. Interesting.

 

[povlhp]

This appears to be a Zhanchi 2021 or something from Dayan. PiCubeShop claims in the comments that the reason the cubes stick together has nothing to do with magnets. Interesting.

They are flat and overlubed

 

[qwr]

wow. comments are speculating pvc coating.
I quite like the look of the mint green and gold logo.

 

[rubik2005]

QiYi MoFangGe Super IVY Cube Stickerless_QiYi MoFangGe Cube_Cubezz.com: Professional Puzzle Store for Magic Cubes, Rubik's Cubes, Magic Cube Accessories & Other Puzzles

cubezz.com

So it's an ivy cube with more pieces?

Exquisite matte surface

 

[Deleted member 55877]

This appears to be a Zhanchi 2021 or something from Dayan. PiCubeShop claims in the comments that the reason the cubes stick together has nothing to do with magnets. Interesting.

a new zhanchi?!
dayan for life

 

[qwr]

a new zhanchi?!
dayan for life

I can't believe after how badly the zhanchi 2017 and 2018 did they still brought the name back.
I mean I can believe it but idk it it was a good idea. But the guhong showed name recognition goes a long way I guess

 

[Sion]

I can't believe after how badly the zhanchi 2017 and 2018 did they still brought the name back.
I mean I can believe it but idk it it was a good idea. But the guhong showed name recognition goes a long way I guess

2021 is going to be the 10th anniversary of the original, so if it's a hit, it has a decent amount of significance.

 

[xyzzy]

QiYi MoFangGe Super IVY Cube Stickerless_QiYi MoFangGe Cube_Cubezz.com: Professional Puzzle Store for Magic Cubes, Rubik's Cubes, Magic Cube Accessories & Other Puzzles

cubezz.com

So it's an ivy cube with more pieces?

It has the cuts of two Ivy Cubes superimposed, yes, but it's also functionally identical to a Rex Cube.

(And can also be considered a shapemod of the face-turning octahedron.)

 

[qwr]

2021 is going to be the 10th anniversary of the original, so if it's a hit, it has a decent amount of significance.

dang now I want a special edition 10th anniversary re-release of old plastic zhanchi
or like a magnetized zhanchi

 

[Tabe]

dang now I want a special edition 10th anniversary re-release of old plastic zhanchi
or like a magnetized zhanchi

I have a magnetic Zhanchi if you're interested.

 

[rubik2005]

Mirror 4x4x4 Cube Black Body with Silver Label (Lee Mod)

FREE SHIPPING

www.hknowstore.com

Has anyone bought this by chance? It is significantly cheaper than many of the custom made 4x4 bump cubes previously available. Thoughts? Reviews? Criticism/Feedback?

Lee Mirror 4x4 Cube

The Lee Mirror 4x4 is a 4x4 version of the classic mirror cube. This puzzle features 3d printed extensions added to the pieces of a standard 4x4.

www.thecubicle.com

 

[BenChristman1]

Lee Mirror 4x4 Cube

The Lee Mirror 4x4 is a 4x4 version of the classic mirror cube. This puzzle features 3d printed extensions added to the pieces of a standard 4x4.

www.thecubicle.com

I’ve been waiting for this for a long time! It’s pretty expensive though. I see why, but I’m not sure if I’ll get it anytime soon.

 

[SH03L4C3]

I’ve been waiting for this for a long time! It’s pretty expensive though. I see why, but I’m not sure if I’ll get it anytime soon.

yea It looks pretty interesting

 

[Tabe]

I’ve been waiting for this for a long time! It’s pretty expensive though. I see why, but I’m not sure if I’ll get it anytime soon.

I get why it's expensive since it's not really mass-produced but it's definitely more than I'd want to pay. I also don't like that the centers are all the same size. Not sure it's even possible to have them be different sizes.