# Icon Covered Brain Teasers The App Cube Ushers the Rubik's Cube into the Modern Era By Susan Keefe | Published 2011-11-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/app-cube References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/toys-games/a-modern-geeks-dream-toy/) & [gadgetlite](http://www.gadgetlite.com/2011/11/22/app-cube-geeky-cube-combines/) If your addiction to the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-runes) runs deep and you're mathematical mind is accustomed to working overtime, the mind-scrambling App Cube is sure to pique your interest. Functioning in the same manner as the [legendary Rubik's Cube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-run), the App Cube replaces the iconic colors of the classic brain teaser with smartphone apps. While no major alterations have been made to the game or the game's primary objective, the App Cube ushers the dated pass-time out of the '80s and into the 21st century. The App Cube is sure to keep restless fingers busy and nerdy brains working overtime. Its fresh new look will likely reinvigorate interest in the [mathematical game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summatch) in former masters and bring new challengers to the table. Avoiding the pit fall of trying to fix what is not broken, the App Cube wisely does not alter the gameplay. Lovers of technology and retro gamers will flock to get their hands on the App Cube. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **App-based Brain Teasers:** The App Cube replaces traditional colors with smartphone apps, bringing a fresh and modern twist to brain teasers. - **Nostalgic Gaming Revival:** The App Cube's digital transformation of a classic like Rubik's Cube taps into the nostalgia factor, appealing to retro gamers and enthusiasts. - **Integrating Technology Into Traditional Games:** The App Cube merges the world of smartphone apps with a traditional gaming experience, creating opportunities for innovative combinations of old and new. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile App Development:** The App Cube's concept presents an opportunity for developers to create app-based brain teaser games and capitalize on the growing demand for interactive and engaging mobile experiences. - **Gaming and Entertainment:** The digital revitalization of classic games like Rubik's Cube with the App Cube opens up opportunities to attract both nostalgia-driven consumers as well as a new generation of gamers. - **Toy and Puzzle Manufacturing:** The App Cube's success can inspire toy and puzzle manufacturers to explore innovative combinations of traditional and digital elements to cater to the evolving preferences of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Impossible Iridescent Puzzle Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-impossible-puzzle-cube.md) - [Prehistoric Puzzle Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/block-puzzle-in-the-stone-age.md) - [Mentally Stimulating Game Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-words-word-game.md) - [Celebratory Puzzle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/50th-anniversary-rubiks-cube.md) - [Relaxing Brain Teaser Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinkle-words.md) - [Innovative Game Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-game-collection.md) - [Code Cracking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/locked-crack-the-code.md) - [Branded Denim Puzzle Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-rubiks-cube.md) - [Connected Simplicity-Focused Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-rubiks-cube-clock.md)