Robert
@robaato.bsky.social
A mass of contradictions. A 6'2" (1.78m) tall Asian guy with a Spanish last name living in America (and starting to wonder why). Occasional writer for @twincitiesgeek.com. Currently collecting pocket watches, coins, and fatigue...
Does that apply to products like this that don't have packaging other than a label?
November 23, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Does that apply to products like this that don't have packaging other than a label?
Did I fall for the marketing -- "A shiny new cube will make your solve times faster!"? Maybe. But then I fell into retail therapy for a while, and when I'm in that mode I'm a sucker for shiny packaging and special or new editions.
This video is a good summary of the marketing tactics...
This video is a good summary of the marketing tactics...
How Cube Brands Manipulate You To Buy More
YouTube video by NzCubes
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November 21, 2025 at 6:04 AM
Did I fall for the marketing -- "A shiny new cube will make your solve times faster!"? Maybe. But then I fell into retail therapy for a while, and when I'm in that mode I'm a sucker for shiny packaging and special or new editions.
This video is a good summary of the marketing tactics...
This video is a good summary of the marketing tactics...
The post I linked to was removed, but the text is in an earlier comment. Here’s a link to the paper. journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/...
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November 20, 2025 at 6:44 PM
The post I linked to was removed, but the text is in an earlier comment. Here’s a link to the paper. journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/...
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November 20, 2025 at 6:46 AM
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I would add syllables that sound percussive, cracking and creaking
November 20, 2025 at 3:46 AM
I would add syllables that sound percussive, cracking and creaking
Black Null. I have never had any pets…damned allergies…😭
November 19, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Black Null. I have never had any pets…damned allergies…😭