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Flashpoint Venture Capital Invests $5M Into GoCube Maker Particula
Flashpoint Venture Capital has invested $5M in Particula, the maker of GoCube. Particula will use the capital to scale marketing and distribution partnerships globally, as well as launch new products. The investment will boost the connected-toy industry and drive a new avenue of connected play. Particula aims to empower kids to enjoy games away from screens through smart-connected toys. The company has had success with previous products like GoCube, which is sold through major retailers globally. Flashpoint co-founder and Managing Partner Alexander Konoplyasty expressed excitement about Particulas expertise and market size in the EdTech field. Particulas co-founder and CEO, Udi Dor, also highlighted the companys goal to provide connected play for all ages.
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The GoCube is a Rubik's Cube with a twist - and it's coming very soon
Particula, a company, is launching a new smart puzzle called GoCube. The GoCube is a connected Rubiks Cube that offers a modern take on the classic puzzle. It will be sold on the companys website starting August 15th and on Amazon by September 1st. The GoCube is priced at $99 and comes with various bundles and accessories. The cube has been modernized with sensors that track and measure activity and positioning. It also has a digital representation when connected to Android or iOS. The GoCube aims to enhance the original Rubiks Cube design and allows for faster completion of the challenge.
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Redesigned Rubik's cube lets you battle other people online
Israel-based startup Particula has unveiled the GoCube, a smart version of the Rubiks cube that can connect to smartphones and tablets. Users can play against others, access mini-games and missions, and receive step-by-step interactive guides to improve their skills. The GoCube has received $800,000 in funding on Kickstarter and is expected to retail for $119. Particula plans to ship the first GoCubes by March 2019.
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Does the Rubik's Cube need a Bluetooth connection?
GoCube, a company that has created a smart version of the Rubiks Cube called the GoCube, is seeking funding on Kickstarter. The GoCube is equipped with Bluetooth and a connected app that can track the configuration of the cube, help users learn how to solve it, and improve their skills. There is also a more advanced version called the GoCube Edge. The regular GoCube is priced at $59 for early bird backers, while the GoCube Edge is priced at $79. The company plans to ship the first batch of cubes in March 2019.
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