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Summary
So you’ve dropped some serious quid on the new Meta Quest 3. Congratulations, you now own an incredible portal into virtual worlds! But hold on just a minute. While adventuring in VR is a blast, it can leave your state-of-the-art headset grimier than last night’s dishes.
Oils, dust, and grime build up on the lenses, exterior, and fabrics over time. That’s why we are going to go through some pro-tips and recommended supplies to gently deep clean every component from head straps to controllers. Just a little TLC keeps your VR headset like new for years. Let’s dive in and get that headset gleaming!
What You’ll Need
First off, you’re gonna start withgathering the recommended supplies for cleaning your Quest 3. Here’s what you’ll need:
Cleaning the Lenses and Exterior
Keeping the lenses and outer plastic shell clean is super important for maintaining crisp and clear visuals in your Meta Quest 3. Here’show to safely clean these parts:
Storing The Headset
Use thesepro-tips to keep your Quest 3 performing optimally when stowing it awaybetween your gaming sessions:
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the safest way to sanitize my Quest 3 between users?
To safely disinfect your Quest 3 between users, first remove any detachable components like the face gasket. Next up, you need to gently wipe the exteriors with some disinfecting wipes. In case you don’t have them, amicrofiber cloth dampened with a 70-percent isopropyl alcohol solutionshould do just fine. Again, ensure that you do not let the solution into any of the headset’s openings.
How can I clean the foam face gasket on my Quest 3?
Cleaning the foam face gasket takes a bit of extra care. First, remove it from the headset by gently peeling it off. Next, mix asolution of warm water and a tiny amount of dish soapin a bowl. Lightly dampen a microfiber cloth in the solution and gently scrub the gasket, focusing on areas of oil buildup. The small amount of dish soap will cut through dirt and oils without being too harsh on the foam. Rinse the gasket thoroughly under cool water and pat dry with a lint-free towel. Allow the gasket to fully air dry before reattaching to the headset.
How can I prevent the headstrap from becoming misshapen in storage?
Storing your headset the wrong way can often cause the soft headstrap on it to get all bent out of shape. In order to avoid this, make sure to carefully position it in such a way that minimizes the pressure points that usually leads to creases and folds. Also, avoid crunching the strap into tight spaces. If you absolutely must,gently put a microfiber cloth or some Styrofoam in the openingto provide some support against internal compression.
What’s the proper way to store the charging cable and adapter?
Another issue when storing electronics for too long, especially cables and wires, is fraying or adapter damage. A lot of people tend to knot the cables, or wrap them tightly, which can not only mess with cable shape, but also potentially damage the inner wires. A good idea here would be toinvest in some Velcro straps which can secure your cablespretty easily without any tight bends.
