No-Nonsense Hygiene Advice from VR Experts
As we all take a moment to reflect on our hygiene techniques amid the COVID-19 outbreak, let’s take a look at how you can keep your VR equipment clean. Using these simple steps, you can prevent the spread of germs and provide a more enjoyable VR experience to your clients or employees.
Start Clean:
The best way to ensure your equipment stays free of germs is to begin with a clean environment. Wash your hands before using your headset, clean the lenses with a lens wipe, wipe down controllers with antibacterial wipes before you begin, and while you’re at it - go ahead and sanitize any tables where you will set down the devices. You can never be too careful.
Cover Up:
When sharing your headset with others, remember to think about both the headset and the controllers. For your headset, single-use masks will keep the foam lining clean while you play. They are soft and will fit with any headset, and a great option for events or moments where there are a lot of users using the same headset. If you’re ready to upgrade, consider an easy to clean headset liner like these from VR Cover. Your controllers can be cleaned with antibacterial wipes or kept clean with a specialized silicone cover. You can change the covers between uses or sanitize the surfaces regularly.
Maintain the Cleanliness:
Make sure your headset stays clean and shiny over time by performing regular upkeep. The foam and headset straps can both be replaced as needed. Pick the interval that makes sense for your usage.
Written by Cat Lunger
Office Manager, Lucid Dream VR
