Picube DaYan FTO SE

Picube DaYan FTO SE

Picube DaYan FTO SE is a special edition of the DaYan FTO prepared by Picube. The FTO (Face-Turning Octahedron) is an octahedron in which each of the eight triangular faces turns. It is based on the magnetic DaYan FTO with a ball core, the first mass-produced FTO with a spherical core. The Picube edition has transparent internal pieces.

How it differs from the standard version

Some users of the standard DaYan FTO complain that the magnets pull halfway through a turn, which feels like the layer is briefly held back. In the Picube edition, the magnet layout has been changed. According to people who have compared both versions, this holding sensation is gone, and the puzzle turns noticeably smoother and faster. The manufacturer has not specified the exact changes, so this is based on user feedback. Thanks to the transparent internals, you can see where the magnets are placed.

What to watch out for

A few users noticed that the edge caps on their copies lifted slightly and caught during turns. If this happens, simply press them back in or secure them with a little glue. Otherwise, the design keeps the strengths of the DaYan FTO: it is stable, resistant to popping and offers good corner cutting.

Who is it for?

For anyone who practises FTO for speed and wants a faster version of the DaYan FTO. It is also an interesting pick for collectors of special editions. The FTO is larger than a 3x3 cube and requires its own solving method.

Specifications

• Type: Face-Turning Octahedron (FTO)
• Manufacturer: DaYan, Picube SE edition
• Magnets: yes, ball core (modified magnet layout)
• Internal pieces: transparent
• Colour scheme: stickerless