Solving a Rubik’s Cube is not an easy task for everyone.
But what would drive some to despair is apparently a trifle for artist Hyde.
On Instagram he publishes a video in which he solves a so-called Rubik’s Cube in just 1.2 seconds – according to the video description a world record.
The video gets more than four million likes on Instagram.
In a second video, Hyde also allegedly sets the record for solving the Rubik’s Cube with one hand.
But what is it all about – are the videos actually real?
The incredible videos are fake.
In the comments column, uploader Hyde writes: “It’s fun, I’m a magician.”
In another video, the magician admits that the videos are fake.
By the way: solving a magic cube in 1.2 seconds would be a new world record – the current best time is 3.47 seconds. The record for one-handed solving is 6.82 seconds.
But if you want to break these records, you certainly need a lot of training, a feeling for the top and perseverance.
How do we check videos for manipulation in the editorial office? It is important to look at the details. The individual frames of a video often reveal whether a video has been edited. We take a close look at each image and enlarge individual sections. Indications of a fake are, for example: lack of motion blur, unnatural shadows or editing errors. The general rule at stern is: Seriousness before speed. We always double-check facts and material thoroughly before publishing them. For this we work with the cross-editorial “Team Verification” together with RTL, NTV, RTL2, Radio NRW.