Solving a 2x2 Rubik's Cube Blindfolded

 by rubiksnerd
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Blindfold solving is an art form consisting of memory and finger dexterity.  This tutorial will server as an introduction into the realm of blindfold solving by starting with the 2x2x2 cube.  The ability to solve a 2x2 blindfolded is important if you want to learn larger layered cubes such as the 3x3, 4x4, 5x5 etc.  The total cost for performing this task is about $10.  The time it may take you to learn this skill varies.  If you already have experience with solving Rubik’s cubes, it may only take a few hours to learn the 2x2 blindfolded.   If you are completely new to solving cubes, it may take you a week of practice to master the 2x2 blindfolded.  No matter what your abilities are now, don’t fret.  Solving a cube blindfolded is a skill you can use to attract soul mates and impress future employers.
 
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Step 1: Supplies

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For this tutorial, you will need a 2x2x2 Rubik’s Cube and a blindfold.  You can find a 2x2 cube for about $5 to $11 on any online cube shop.  Blindfolds can be found at your local general store and are usually cheap.

Note:  If you don’t own a 2x2 cube, but own a 3x3 cube, you can still use this tutorial.  The 2x2 cube is equivalent to the corners on a 3x3.  If you follow this tutorial using a 3x3 you will be able to solve the corners, but not the edges.
XAIDHAN says: Apr 4, 2013. 9:41 AM
DUDE! u are a true genius mi bro!. the thing is i am not a genius! :(
Krotas says: Mar 16, 2013. 2:21 PM
Thank you. I will invest some time to learn your technique :)
Alaskan Bev says: Mar 14, 2013. 10:37 PM
Holy cats! I don't even have the patience to try to solve it with both eyes wide open and awake!
kaozer says: Mar 14, 2013. 8:16 PM
please fix your website, its filled with scam and crashed my firefox. i also tested with a different computer for the same result. its quite problematic.
rubiksnerd (author) in reply to kaozerMar 14, 2013. 8:15 PM
Could you be more specific? It works fine for me.
PyromanX says: Mar 14, 2013. 6:18 PM
Wow. Impressive 'ible. It's times like this that I regret that I am merely mortal.
rubiksnerd (author) in reply to PyromanXMar 14, 2013. 6:35 PM
I am also a mere mortal!
ddw_az says: Mar 14, 2013. 9:40 AM
this is great for those that can memorize. for me the solution is to disassemble and then re-assemble. in step 3 turn "U" , top row, 45 Degrees, then pop one of the center blocks out. then remove the rest of the blocks. to re-assemble: install the center edge blocks first, then the corners. to install the last corner: turn 45 degrees, remove an adjacent center edge, install final corner, snap-in final center edge. here is a video i found.
how to Disassemble and Assemble cube.
rubiksnerd (author) in reply to ddw_azMar 14, 2013. 10:27 AM
There is not that much to memorize for a 2x2 cube! If you look at my examples I only had to remember 5 sounds! Yes you can cheat, but it is no where near as impressive as being able to solve it blindfolded. Also, I think you are referring to a standard 3x3 cube. The 2x2 cube does not have external "centerblocks," but internal ones.
theargha says: Mar 12, 2013. 5:40 AM
AWESOME this is what all I can say.
patzer3545 says: Mar 11, 2013. 8:28 PM
Awesome instructions! You have a very interesting hobby.
vernonjm says: Mar 11, 2013. 6:34 PM
is this witchcraft?
piusag says: Mar 11, 2013. 12:35 PM
how..how...how did you do that??!!!
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