In the video, the host discusses assembling a Rubik's cube from scratch, comparing the process to building IKEA furniture. They highlight the educational value of the kit, which helps users understand how the cube works internally. The host follows step-by-step instructions to assemble the core and layers of the cube, emphasizing the importance of screw tension for flexibility and corner cutting. They finish by fitting color tiles to complete the cube, noting its satisfactory function and suggesting it as a good starter cube for beginners. The host sets a challenge for viewers to like the video, promising to build a paper Rubik's cube if the goal is reached. The video ends with reminders of other related content and an invitation to subscribe.
Here are the key facts from the text:
1. The Rubik's Cube was purchased from Rubik's own website.
2. The cube comes with a guide to solve it, but the author has their own tutorial.
3. The cube has 8 corners that can be exchanged with each other, but not with edges.
4. The cube has edges with gaps where the tiles will fit.
5. The core of the cube is made up of three pieces that fit together with springs.
6. The cube has a flexibility system with springs to allow for smooth rotation.
7. The author had to tighten the screws to make the thread on the plastic, which gave the cube some flexibility.
8. The cube has a black base, which allows for the tiles to be placed on top.
9. The tiles fit perfectly into the corners and edges of the cube.
10. The cube can be customized with different colored tiles.
11. The author tightened the screws too much, which made the cube's twist a bit too strong.
12. The cube has some corner cutting, but it's not too noticeable.
13. The author plans to build a Rubik's cube from scratch out of paper if the video reaches 50,000 likes.