If im not wrong here. U are not supposed to use any of the battery straps the way u use a power bank for your phone or other devices. U are meant to plug these in when your Quest is at 80%.
The Quest 3 (and likely strap battery) both have lithium-ion batteries. It is well documented for this battery type to not overcharge (over 80%) and not to let them fall lower than 20%, so keeping it between 80% and 20% is an ideal charging scenario. Now because you have two batteries to maintain, Kiwi is obviously going to tell customers to treat their strap battery with careful charging by plugging it into the Quest straight away, or at 80%, but this is at the strain of the Quest battery, which will be either overcharging above 80%, once the strap is being plugged in, or charging and running extra heat as it charges whilst also being depleted by use. I dunno about you but I'd rather look after the Quest 3 battery than a strap at 1/4 the price, if not more.
i hate to say it, but literally every device you are supposed to only charge to 80% for best battery life. and you arent supposed to let them die either
Thank you for the insightful review! I’m curious on how this product compares to the Aubika. Could you share your thoughts on which of these two you would recommend?
The Aubika has a bigger battery, its construction is good but I would say below that of the Kiwi strap. The Kiwi has a bigger rear foam padding and maybe a little thicker top padding. The Aubika has the ability to stop and start its charging, the Kiwi does not. Cable management is better on the Kiwi, and overall the Kiwi feels a little chunkier thank the Aubika. So taking all the above you should be able to make a choice between the two, based on what you think is more important out of all the pros and cons from each that I have mentioned above. Hope this helps
@@OQPlay Thanks for the comparison! Your insights helped me alot. I went with the more reputable Kiwi strap as I figured there’s probably not much difference between them. Your input was really helpful, thank you!
peeverd mine didn't come with a top strap but two lil pads to hold it up. majore issues with the straps if you try and bend down and look up it pushes the back up your head making it loose, no matter how it sits how tight, it will always come loose if you dare to put any effort into a game
Get in touch with kiwi directly and they should send out a top strap. You need this to give the best support and comfort of this strap. Or send it back and buy it again.
They are two different type of straps so you can’t really compare them as such but me go to is the S3. I prefer a halo strap over an elite style type of strap.
If I play exclusively on a pc with a cable do i need to really charge the headset ?....I assume the pc will power the headset when connected?....not sure if i should buy the battery version
PC usb ports are limited to like 5 or 10 watts so you will lose charge over time, I get about 4 hours with cable but I got a better wifi router so now I always play wireless
It depends on your usb ports. You could try a more pricier optical data cable that might keep the headset charged. There’s 100W usbc to c cables about now that might also do the trick but it does come down to how much power is coming out of that usb c port. If it’s usb A it can’t be that much power going through it.
If you wiggle it side to side and try to bring it up at and angle so you can grab an edge and then pull the strap through. Hope this helps. You could also try heating the end with a hair dryer to make it more softer too :)
You can, but I wouldn't recommend it because the weight at the front will not be supported at the top of the head and it will likely become uncomfortable.
Nice review! I wish Kiwi would make and magnetic adapter that’s compatible with other head straps so I could leave their adapter in while using the Bobovr
The Q3Pro strap is a different style of strap to the kiwi. It’s a halo strap with a top strap, which shouldn’t really be needed. I feel without using the Q3Pro that the kiwi would be more comfortable.
I’m pretty sure I mention cases in this video. If not the kiwi small case fits fine and isn’t too bulky as long as you’re not packing more than the headset and its controllers.
@@OQPlay thanks. Is the battery size difference between the two even really noticeable? From the Amazon reviews it seems similar and maybe aubikas battery isn't actually larger than kiwi
It all depends on how long you play between breaks. The aubika has a bigger capacity (8000mAh vs 6500ish of the kiwi) so it will store more charge but I always found the kiwi offered enough battery time between sessions and you’re charging between then. The promos aubika has the ability to choose when to charge via a button at the back. Kiwi doesn’t have that so as soon as it’s connected it’s charging.
See... I find so much contradictory information. I've been trying to find out if the battery should be plugged in while both are completely charged or to wait until the quest 3 is low on battery to plug in. You say (after about 7 minutes) that you plug it in once your battery is low. Kiwi website says plug it in right away. Ugh. From their site: Note - To maximize the usage time, we recommend plugging in the Battery Head Strap when the Quest 3 battery level is at 80% or above.
@@LQCyberKnight why would i plug after headset nearly dead? Gotta drain the kiwi first and keep my headsets battery! Bevause kiwi doesnt charge it when playinng it mostly keep it at same level
@@EastCoastWoman1 kiwi says you should plug it when your headset is around 75 - 80% because maybe above that it charges slower and end up causing the buzz, i have yet to try if this removes the buzzing sound
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If im not wrong here. U are not supposed to use any of the battery straps the way u use a power bank for your phone or other devices. U are meant to plug these in when your Quest is at 80%.
The Quest 3 (and likely strap battery) both have lithium-ion batteries. It is well documented for this battery type to not overcharge (over 80%) and not to let them fall lower than 20%, so keeping it between 80% and 20% is an ideal charging scenario.
Now because you have two batteries to maintain, Kiwi is obviously going to tell customers to treat their strap battery with careful charging by plugging it into the Quest straight away, or at 80%, but this is at the strain of the Quest battery, which will be either overcharging above 80%, once the strap is being plugged in, or charging and running extra heat as it charges whilst also being depleted by use.
I dunno about you but I'd rather look after the Quest 3 battery than a strap at 1/4 the price, if not more.
i hate to say it, but literally every device you are supposed to only charge to 80% for best battery life. and you arent supposed to let them die either
For the dangling cable, that's why there's a 2nd hole in the wireholder for the headset where you loop it backwards.
Good to know. Thanks, I thought it is odd to have two, other than use it for Link
Dare to explain? Even official pics shows just 1 hole in use for the cable
That's what i noticed too.
Thank you for the insightful review! I’m curious on how this product compares to the Aubika. Could you share your thoughts on which of these two you would recommend?
The Aubika has a bigger battery, its construction is good but I would say below that of the Kiwi strap. The Kiwi has a bigger rear foam padding and maybe a little thicker top padding. The Aubika has the ability to stop and start its charging, the Kiwi does not. Cable management is better on the Kiwi, and overall the Kiwi feels a little chunkier thank the Aubika.
So taking all the above you should be able to make a choice between the two, based on what you think is more important out of all the pros and cons from each that I have mentioned above.
Hope this helps
@@OQPlay
Thanks for the comparison! Your insights helped me alot. I went with the more reputable Kiwi strap as I figured there’s probably not much difference between them. Your input was really helpful, thank you!
Can anyone recommend a carrying case that fits this ?
Do you notice a faint buzzing when the headset is charging the Quest?
peeverd mine didn't come with a top strap but two lil pads to hold it up. majore issues with the straps if you try and bend down and look up it pushes the back up your head making it loose, no matter how it sits how tight, it will always come loose if you dare to put any effort into a game
Get in touch with kiwi directly and they should send out a top strap. You need this to give the best support and comfort of this strap. Or send it back and buy it again.
How does the Kiwi compare to the BoboVR S3 Pro?
Thanks
They are two different type of straps so you can’t really compare them as such but me go to is the S3. I prefer a halo strap over an elite style type of strap.
If I play exclusively on a pc with a cable do i need to really charge the headset ?....I assume the pc will power the headset when connected?....not sure if i should buy the battery version
PC usb ports are limited to like 5 or 10 watts so you will lose charge over time, I get about 4 hours with cable but I got a better wifi router so now I always play wireless
It depends on your usb ports. You could try a more pricier optical data cable that might keep the headset charged. There’s 100W usbc to c cables about now that might also do the trick but it does come down to how much power is coming out of that usb c port. If it’s usb A it can’t be that much power going through it.
Hey what about that magnetic pin to charge it in the bottom? Could u share name/link? Also, how/with what are you charging it? Thanks
It comes with the charging stand
Having a hard time pushing the black strap through. Any suggestions?
If you wiggle it side to side and try to bring it up at and angle so you can grab an edge and then pull the strap through. Hope this helps. You could also try heating the end with a hair dryer to make it more softer too :)
Which headstrap has the least wobble when moving the head quickly or looking down (doesn't slip)?
An Elite style strap, so Kiwi or Aukbia
Can you use it without the black strap on top? Kinda like quest pro looking.
You can, but I wouldn't recommend it because the weight at the front will not be supported at the top of the head and it will likely become uncomfortable.
Nice review! I wish Kiwi would make and magnetic adapter that’s compatible with other head straps so I could leave their adapter in while using the Bobovr
Yeah that would be a good idea to retro fit other adapters.
I'm confused between kiwi and kkcobvr q3 pro. Have you used kkcobvr. If yes then which would you suggest is best kiwi or kkcobvr?
The Q3Pro strap is a different style of strap to the kiwi. It’s a halo strap with a top strap, which shouldn’t really be needed. I feel without using the Q3Pro that the kiwi would be more comfortable.
Great video man, was a lot of help.👍Do you know of a good carrying case that will fit the quest plus this head strap?
I’m pretty sure I mention cases in this video. If not the kiwi small case fits fine and isn’t too bulky as long as you’re not packing more than the headset and its controllers.
can the magnet damage the quest 3 ?
No. I’m sure they got that covered
how long does it take to charge the battery that comes with the strap?
From other youtuber review it was 3.5 hours. I just got mine today.
yes, between 3-4 hours, depending on how powerful the charging brick is that you connect to it
Great review. Which would you recommend more, Kiwi or Aubika? Or is there an even better one?
As a battery strap the kiwi has more comfort.
@@OQPlay thanks. Is the battery size difference between the two even really noticeable? From the Amazon reviews it seems similar and maybe aubikas battery isn't actually larger than kiwi
It all depends on how long you play between breaks. The aubika has a bigger capacity (8000mAh vs 6500ish of the kiwi) so it will store more charge but I always found the kiwi offered enough battery time between sessions and you’re charging between then. The promos aubika has the ability to choose when to charge via a button at the back. Kiwi doesn’t have that so as soon as it’s connected it’s charging.
will a different brand wireless dock also charge the battery pack when you're charging the quest?
Possibly it depends on the connection pins and if they match up as well as magnet polarity
See... I find so much contradictory information. I've been trying to find out if the battery should be plugged in while both are completely charged or to wait until the quest 3 is low on battery to plug in. You say (after about 7 minutes) that you plug it in once your battery is low. Kiwi website says plug it in right away. Ugh.
From their site: Note - To maximize the usage time, we recommend plugging in the Battery Head Strap when the Quest 3 battery level is at 80% or above.
Ofc you should plug it at beginning, you want the battery strap to run out first then the headset battery, not the opposife
@@World.21 This video shows him plugging it in when his quest is almost run out. And this isn't the only one.
I would say after headset is nearly dead is when you plug in
@@LQCyberKnight why would i plug after headset nearly dead? Gotta drain the kiwi first and keep my headsets battery! Bevause kiwi doesnt charge it when playinng it mostly keep it at same level
@@EastCoastWoman1 kiwi says you should plug it when your headset is around 75 - 80% because maybe above that it charges slower and end up causing the buzz, i have yet to try if this removes the buzzing sound
Very well done review
Thanks and thanks for watching
Hinge it upwards! Put it on your face! 😂
Yup 😎
@@OQPlay I was looking away when you said that. My mind went elsewhere. 🤭
🤣
Great video! Are you interested in collaborating with us to review our new magnetic battery head strap for quest 3?
Possibly
Now my lazy a$ didn’t watch the entire video so how much extra play time does it add?
Watch the video then.
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