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How does a Speed Cube work? (Fast Rubik's Cube)

A Speed Cube is a special kind of Rubik's Cube that is meant to be solved quickly. ⌚Timestamps: 00:00-Intro 00:48-Cube History 01:25-Solve It Fast 02:11-Tips for solving 03:12-CFOP 05:30-Inside ...
Los Angeles Times

A machine taught itself to solve Rubik’s Cube without human help, UC Irvine researchers say

A machine has taught itself to solve a Rubik’s Cube without human assistance, according to a group of UC Irvine researchers. Two algorithms developed by the researchers, collectively called Deep Cube, ...
Wired

Why Solving a Rubik's Cube in Under 3 Seconds is Almost Impossible

The current world record for solving a Rubik's cube is 3.47 seconds. Could it be faster? WIRED's Robbie Gonzalez explores the mind-boggling math and finger-twisting world of speed cubing. in a few ...
The New York Times

The 3 Best Speed Cubes (And Why the Rubik’s Cube Isn’t One)

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By James Austin James Austin is a writer covering games and hobbies, which means ...
Ars Technica

Watch a 6-axis motor solve a Rubik’s Cube in less than a third of a second

The last time a human set the world record for solving a Rubik's Cube, it was Max Park, at 3.13 seconds for a standard 3×3×3 cube, set in June 2023. It is going to be very difficult for any human to ...