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In Sudoku, what does the “Naked Pair” strategy help eliminate?
2 days ago | [YT] | 3
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Greetings friend. In today's video, I solved the 3D Medusa example from the Elite Sudoku Collection by Marina Matic.
Marina is a teacher and puzzle creator from Croatia — and a true one-woman operation. She’s a single mom who designs every puzzle herself, combining her love for logic games and fitness into a unique project called "Fit for Puzzle." Her latest book, Elite Sudoku Collection, was featured at SudokuCon 2025, where I got my copy, and includes 160 advanced puzzles — think 3D grids, isometric layouts, and shaped Sudoku that push your skills to the next level.
What makes this book special is that it’s not just about solving — it’s about mental and physical wellness. Along with the puzzles, there are fitness challenges and brain-boosting routines to keep your mind sharp and your body moving.
If you're looking for something more challenging — and want to support a passionate indie creator — check out Elite Sudoku Collection on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B0F27YSWWH
P.S. Marina just released two new books where all puzzles require the use of 3D Medusa technique. You will find one of them here: www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8XM3CW2
3 days ago | [YT] | 2
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Greetings Friend!
Come solve with me Live on YouTube on 6 Jun 25 @8 am PST. For the stream, I handpicked 3 Classic Sudokus that range from easy to tough to extreme. I will also be giving my monthly shout outs during the live stream. Solve along with me, hang out with other Sudoku fans, and give hints and suggestions in the chat.
Click on this link to enter the stream: youtube.com/live/Zu6ywBef3XM?feature=share
or go through the Live Tab on Smart Hobbies channel to enter the live stream and chat: youtube.com/@SmartHobbies
I hope to see you there,
Timberlake
5 days ago | [YT] | 2
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According to current research, what percentage of dementia cases worldwide may be preventable through lifestyle changes?
1 week ago | [YT] | 7
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Greetings friend.
Did you know learning new ways to solve puzzles is just as important to preventing dementia as the daily puzzle solving itself? Akash Doulani's latest book, Sudoku Exotica Vol. 1, is full of handmade Sudokus that each contain 1 additional rule set. Each section gives you several puzzles to not only learn but to master that particular rule set.
I made a bonus video of the first puzzle to show you my top 5 steps to master any new Sudoku rule set. I want to thank Akash for this wonderful book, and I want to thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
Timberlake
1 week ago | [YT] | 2
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In Sudoku, how many 3x3 boxes are there in a standard 9x9 puzzle?
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 13
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Greetings friend.
I have a BONUS video for you today. I met Lucian from Lucian's Place (@luciansrule) at SudokuCon 2025, and I challenged him to solve a Classic Sudoku of my choice for my channel. Thank you for agreeing to this collaboration, Lucian.
I think you will love the puzzle I picked out and how Lucian approaches it.
Sincerely,
Timberlake
P.S. Check out Lucian's channel here to see how he solves daily GAS and other puzzles: youtube.com/@luciansrule
2 weeks ago | [YT] | 2
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What does the term "naked single" mean in Sudoku?
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 11
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Greetings friend.
For May 2025, I am releasing "The Everest Challenge" puzzle pack regaling the historic climb from May of 1953. This may be my most exciting pack yet! Not only does it feature brand new handmade classic puzzles by Ashish Kumar, but the theming and main strategy (Sudoku Skyscrapers) were voted on by the attendees of SudokuCon 2025 during my live session! I think you are going to love it.
This pack is exclusively available to Smartie Party members. Click on the pinned comment to get this pack plus my monthly newsletter and member discounts.
3 weeks ago | [YT] | 2
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Which of these techniques is often used to find hidden numbers in Sudoku?
1 month ago | [YT] | 11
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