The 2 by 2 Rubiks Cube (also known as the pocket or mini cube) consists of 8 corner cubies and operates in much the isame way as its bigger brother ? the Rubiks Cube. It has a new mechanism that results in a smoother, faster and more reliable Rubiks Cube. It might look easy but Dont be fooled ? it is still a challenge. As it is smaller than the traditional Rubiks cube it can be more easily slipped into a pocket or bag, making it the perfect item to take on a bus, train or airplane. It also makes a great present for younger puzzle enthusiasts who might not be ready for a fully-fledged 3 by 3 Rubiks Cube. The Rubiks 2 by 2 Cube has 3,674,160 permutations and only one solution! Due to the new smoother movement, the 2 by 2 cube cannot be taken apart and hence we cannot replace any cubes that are broken as a result of attempted dis-assembly.
