Qubi provides a handheld, spherical model qubit that users can physically rotate and tilt to visualize quantum states in real time, syncing via Bluetooth to a free app with over 30 guided games, curricula, and access to more than 20 real quantum computers.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Quantum concepts such as superposition and entanglement are abstract and typically taught through videos or textbooks, making them difficult for beginners to grasp. Without tactile, interactive tools, schools and hobbyists lack affordable ways to experience real quantum behavior or connect to actual quantum computers.
Solution
Qubi offers a handheld, spherical model qubit that users can physically rotate, tilt, and bump to manipulate quantum states in real time. The device syncs via Bluetooth to the free Qubi Studio app, which provides guided curricula, over 30 games and activities, and cloud access to more than 20 real quantum computers (e.g., IBM, IonQ). Visual feedback is delivered through 595 full‑gamut RGB LEDs and an ambient‑light sensor, turning superposition, entanglement, and measurement into observable color patterns. The system includes two paired spheres for two‑qubit entanglement experiments, magnetic charging stands, and USB‑C power for up to four hours of use. Curriculum‑aligned lesson plans and assessment tools let educators integrate quantum topics into existing STEM courses without requiring prior physics or math knowledge.
Target Audience
Primary customers are secondary‑school educators and students (age 13+) as well as quantum enthusiasts and hobbyists who want a hands‑on, curriculum‑compatible introduction to quantum computing.
Features
- Physical 90 mm sphere with integrated LEDs that display quantum state changes in real time
- Bluetooth connectivity to a free app offering 30+ guided activities, puzzles, and curriculum‑aligned lesson plans
- Cloud integration with 20+ real quantum computers for executing and visualizing actual quantum algorithms
- Entanglement support using a pair of spheres, enabling two‑qubit experiments and collaborative play
- USB‑C charging and ambient‑light sensor for up to 4 hours of portable use
- Customizable visual themes and light‑adapting brightness to suit different environments
- Instructor resources including lesson plans, assessments, and alignment to ISTE and NGSS standards