Dawn

The twisting tale of Rubik’s cube

One of the most mind-boggling toys that many of us have grown up trying to solve is the Rubik’s cube — a simple-looking mechanical puzzle, made from small square pieces called ‘cubies’. It consists of ...
The Independent

‘Much more than just a puzzle’: The inventor of the Rubik’s cube is still learning from it almost 50 years later

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...
Yahoo

Rubik’s Cube is still selling millions after 50 years. Here’s how the old-school toy is keeping up with Gen Z’s digital shift

If you’ve ever dabbled with a Rubik’s Cube, you know it isn’t the easiest puzzle to crack. Despite the challenging nature of the game, it’s endured longer than most other toys of its generation—think ...
Ars Technica

Rubik’s Cube gets a $299 update, complete with IPS screens and its own apps

The Rubik’s Cube has been reinvented with more games and many more screens for much more money. What has long been cherished as a simple toy yet complex puzzle requiring nothing but a healthy amount ...
Engadget

Finally, I can solve a Rubik’s Cube

The Rubik’s Cube has been around for decades. I’ve toyed with the cube, probably in the very late ‘80s or early ‘90s, but never imagined being able to solve one. But wouldn’t it be satisfying if I ...
Yahoo Finance

Rubik’s Cube is still selling millions after 50 years. Here’s how the analog Gen X phenom is solving the digital shift to Gen Z—and beyond

If you’ve ever dabbled with a Rubik’s Cube, you know it isn’t the easiest puzzle to crack. But despite the challenging nature of the game, it’s endured longer than most other toys of its ...