Meta Quest 2 Elite Strap

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A new version of this headset was recently released with a new ratchet on the back and a more comfortable front shape. And if you're worried about comfort, you can augment the Elite Strap with this VR Cover foam pad to cushion the back of your head. Yes, it may crack down the line, but if you're careful not to overtighten it, you can hope it'll last a decent while. The battery is only 5,000 mAh but that's enough to fully charge the Quest 2 about one-and-a-half times, so should keep you playing for a good long while.

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To this day, this remains the most comfortable design I’ve seen in a VR headset, though I’ll concede it would make the overall design of Quest 2 bulkier. The padding all around makes it incredibly secure and the added weight of the battery helps to balance the front screen. Simply remove the face cover, unthread the default strap, attach the Elite Strap to the Quest 2's sides, and thread the new top strap into the loop. The official Oculus accessory helps you avoid modding, is much more comfortable than the original, and increases your battery life from 1. The Kiwi head strap can tilt at an extreme angle, allowing you to put the headset on without knocking it into your face.

While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser cutters -- he also loves to play board games and tabletop RPGs. It does nothing to offset the front-heavy design or cushion your head, so active VR games will have the headset wobbling in whatever direction you move. While using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, it is always the user's responsibility to comply with any local laws and regulations, especially those relating to privacy and the use of recording devices. But it was worth it; I used the FrankenQuest mod, which replaced the strap with HTC’s Deluxe Audio Strap for the original Vive.

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The weight of the battery helps balance the HUD and the forehead cushion makes the entire headset feel secure through the most energetic games. If you were a regular Quest 1 user, you might also be aware of the range of third-party mods, accessories and replacement straps that kit saw over its 18-month life. You don't always want the head strap to be as tight as possible, but you need it to stay at the right tightness despite your jumping around.

Having used the default Quest 2 strap for far too long, I can safely say the Elite Strap with Battery runs laps around the original in comfort and fit. The question is, should you choose a third-party strap replacement and velcro on a battery pack instead to achieve the same result? Its facepad digs in, and the soft strap can make it difficult to quickly find a comfortable ‘sweet spot’, especially if you’re constantly adjusting it between friends. Adding the Elite Strap makes it much heavier to hold and less likely to fit inside a third-party case. The Elite Strap with Battery launched alongside the Quest 2 in October 2020 before temporarily pausing sales due to reports of Elite Straps snapping when tightened too much.