Xiaomi Giiker cube

[MagicCubeMall SZ]

I just got one of these, and I'm impressed with it. Really cool way to time solves and record solves, especially for beginner solvers. Well done Xiaomi!

Yes,Xiaomi and Huawei are good company like Apple I think

 

[Christoph Kamp]

There seems to be a new version out with a better color scheme. It is more expensive.

Has anyone got their hands on this? What are the differneces other than the colors?


The autotranslated product description isn‘t much of a help.

https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32947...d=6572amp-9qLHvGGJ9qFv_8xEUWX66A1541241243800

 

[MagicCubeMall SZ]

There seems to be a new version out with a better color scheme. It is more expensive.

Has anyone got their hands on this? What are the differneces other than the colors?


The autotranslated product description isn‘t much of a help.

https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32947...d=6572amp-9qLHvGGJ9qFv_8xEUWX66A1541241243800

The Giiker Super Cube i3S is an updated version of the previous Giiker Super Cube. This version comes with updated software, Bluetooth v. 4.0, and bright vibrant stickers.

 

[mencarikebenaran]

hope they make stickerless

 

[Solvador Cubi]

Is it true that this new i3S version does not record M slices? (just like the M3 didn't)

I'm also interested in a breakdown of the differences.
I read that the new app can also work with the M3, so what does the i3S really get us for twice the price?


-= Solvador Cubi

 

[Jupilogy]

Is it true that this new i3S version does not record M slices? (just like the M3 didn't)

I'm also interested in a breakdown of the differences.
I read that the new app can also work with the M3, so what does the i3S really get us for twice the price?


-= Solvador Cubi

If you hold the cube with red/orange on the sides, it will register the move as an M. For any other orientation, it interprets it as two turns on opposite sides of the cube.

 

[Solvador Cubi]

cool, ok. Thanks for the info, Jupiterian

 

[Jupilogy]

no problem, I got one at the weekend and unfortunately I use roux, but not with red/orange blocks :<

 

[Solvador Cubi]

well, I got the i3S (from myself ) for Christmas and it is fun!
The app has some odd little mini games that would probably be fun for new learners.

I'm getting accustomed to the clicky noises it makes with every turn (I'd prefer quieter)
Overall the cube turns smoothly, but corner cutting could be a bit better.

Having it auto-start the time and auto-end when done is it's awesome feature and a fun way to time yourself!
I like the reconstructions and playback the app has too.

I wish the app had different or customizable solve breakdown steps other than CFOP (like Roux)
but perhaps that will come in an update.


-= Solvador Cubi

 

[Deleted member 36445]

no problem, I got one at the weekend and unfortunately I use roux, but not with red/orange blocks :<

You can make like me and solve by peeling the stickers.
I know, it's a bad joke, but it works

 

[Jack314]

I got a Giiker cube today. Does anyone know what/where the password is for it?

 

[JohnnyReggae]

I got a Giiker cube today. Does anyone know what/where the password is for it?

You don't use the standard bluetooth connectivity with your PC. You need to use an app that does the connection for you to the cube.

Here are a few that work with the Giiker ...

https://pdoronila.github.io/smart-cube-timer/

https://bluetooth.cubing.net/

https://briefcubing.com/

 

[Jack314]

I can get my Giiker cube to connect to https://bluetooth.cubing.net/ on my phone. It does not connect to https://bluetooth.cubing.net/ on my PC though.

 

[Solvador Cubi]

Just an FYI...

The giiker supercube app was recently updated with a "battle mode" which is quite fun!

It connects you to another player, then you both do the same scramble, then whoever solves it first, wins (some points).
It appears to pair you up with someone of similar skill as most of my battles have been reasonably close.

It's also cool because it shows both cubes as they are being solved.


-= Solvador Cubi

 

[AbsoRuud]

The GoCube and the Gan I have this feature too, Giiker couldn't stay behind.

 

[Christoph Kamp]

The GoCube and the Gan I have this feature too, Giiker couldn't stay behind.

Is the Gan Cube released yet?

 

[AbsoRuud]

Is the Gan Cube released yet?

Don't think so. But I've seen Leo and Max post pics of them using it. So it can't be long.

 

[Christoph Kamp]

The Gan Cube and the GoCube seem to know their orientation. I backed the latter on kickstarter. In my mind the, if all promises are delivered, the Gan and the GoCube may be competitors. The giiker cube is in an different price and feature range entirely.

That being said, the above mentioned battle mode is awesome! I have been waiting for that feature so long, I don‘t even mind that i loose seven out of ten matches ;-)

 

[AbsoRuud]

I don't think the GoCube will compete with GAN. One cube is made by one of the top cube manufacturers in the world who have produced many cubes that people use to break records. The other cube is the GoCube, made by a company that has never made cubes before, and seems to be aimed mostly towards newbies.

Whatever the GAN will cost, people will buy it.

 

[Christoph Kamp]

That‘s why I added „if all promises are delivered“ to my statement ;-) When i backed the kickstarter I wasn‘t aware of other options. So I‘m crossing my fingers ...

Anyway, the giiker cube is doing just fine.