Xiaomi has launched a smart Rubik’s Cube under crowdfunding on Mi Mall. Rubik’s Cube is a 3-D combination puzzle invented in 1974 by Hungarian sculptor and professor of architecture Ernő Rubik. Originally called the Magic Cube, the puzzle was licensed by Rubik to be sold by Ideal Toy Corp. The new Xiaomi smart Rubik’s cube comes with some smart features and adopts a crowdfunding price of just 79 yuan ($11). 
In term of appearance, itis similar to the ordinary Rubik’s cube in terms of appearance but has a more concave feel than the ordinary Rubik’s cube. That is because it uses a magnetic positioning design on the interior as well as a smooth body structure which makes it neither get stuck nor fall apart.
The most spectacular aspect which differentiates the Mi Rubik’s cube from the regular ones is that it has a six-axis sensing system which aids in the automatic capture of every rotation and color change. Real-time data synchronization can be realized by connecting the device to a mobile phone via Bluetooth. Of course, there is a dedicated Rubik’s Cube app which we believe is compatible with Android and iOS. The app can calculate the process to solve the cube and also guide users through the process. Even in cases when you make a mistake, the smart app can re-plan the path to solving the cube for you. The Smart Rubik’s Cube app is equipped with 9 different gaming levels with varying degree of difficulty. This helps in a way to challenge the spatial thinking and skills of the user.
At the same time, the app also has a timing function, which records the time, steps and speed from the start of the rotation to the completion of the solution.
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The Mi Smart Rubik’s Cube gets its power from a replaceable button battery which supports pairing the device with the app for up to 1 hour daily. That is because it has a low power design. The button battery can last up to 1 year.
Another interesting feature of the Mi Rubik’s Cube is that it can be paired with the MIJIA app and connected with any smart home gadget via Bluetooth. When it is paired, you can control your smart home products as you like by turning the Rubik’s Cube. This will be fun if paired with the Yeelight Smart bulb so the bulb changes colour with each move.
We expect the product to become available outside China soon.
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