My Valve Index after 2000 hours of Usage
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- Опубліковано 12 чер 2024
- Hello! Here is an updated video as promised of my Valve index after 2000 hours and about a year and a half of usage. I have been through a lot and I have learned a lot about the index and how to make it last a long time, so buckle up and enjoy!
BTW, im super sorry, this this video took me way longer to do than normal, Im using multiple different camera setups with different lighting etc, definitely is not my best video ever, but It will get better. Thank you!
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I have a question I live in Australia so valve doesn't sell the index or controllers I have the vive wands and I want to get valve index controllers if I was to get the index controllers imported from another country would I run into faults with the index controllers within a year of use. Also would you recommend the controllers in my case
Yo, look into getting a split loom thread wire cover, it's like $10 and takes the brunt of the ware and tear off the cable, I've had my index for 8 months and besides a little dust my cable is still in pristine condition
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This man won't stop until he has used up valves entire stock of headsets
What stock?
@@multiumbreon7 that's a good point
Now we know why there's no index stock, they send them as replacements to users who already bought one.. :P
Well yeah because the truth is there is no other headset worth using nearly as much.
@@digitalstyx_est.2018 I have spent a good few hundred hours on a quest 1 it's not as good but perfectly usable for a long time
I lost count of the amount of times he said "valve did replace it though"
Take a shot every time he does :D
i like how he thinks they pay to fix everyone else index and they are hemorrhaging money due to it . when the reality is they know who he is and makes sure they cover it and everyone else can fuck off or pay
@@CakePrincessCelestia that my friend. Would be illegal
@@shawnedin3654 I fucked my headset up by accidently releasing it to the sunlight for some time. They replaced it after I sent them a picture.
@@shawnedin3654 no lol
This is the first time I've heard someone say 'valve indexes'.
You could probably technically call them 'valve indices' too
@@cookiecan10 yes
I think he's had multiple headsets
Me with my quest 1 👁👄👁💦
Im Getting the Quest 2
Thrill “I use a pulley system” Seeker
Music Daniel "I watch Joe Rogan" Cockerill
@@Professor_Bugs I'd make fun of your name to keep this thread going, but i think you beat me to it
@@kylefischer3013 Kyle "My name sounds like i work on a boat" Fischer.
creepy fact: At the exact time i read this comment he said in the video "I use a polly system" at 7:36
And removed the fan
I can't wait for "I used my Valve Index for one decade"
I have a feeling that'll never happen.
This guy needs a girlfriend
@@jackman7286 he will show her handstands and tell her i can do this in vr, while thinking plz dont break, while also anxiety kills him
@@jackman7286 No one needs a girlfriend
@@outwit796 "needs" is hyperbole lol u need to chill. plus it's a random opinion u dont gotta stress over it
This guy is gonna put valve out of business lmao
Valve is first and foremost a software company
@@sh4rksh4d0vv congrats! you missed the joke!
@@sh4rksh4d0vv woooosh
And they'd deserve it for releasing expensive, shoddy made products. Leave it to proper hardware-producing companies in the future.
@@steve_ire321 I feel they make up for it in customer service.
They've added a second cable clip with newer models so that the first one wouldn't break.
Yeah, mine has two. I also reinforced both with cable ties, don't use a pully system, and have a clip on the cable that attaches to my belt so there's never any opportunity for strain on the headset. As long as you take care of your headset, there shouldn't most of these issues.
May i see photo how they make it ?
I got that second one at the back of the headset to break of for no real reason. I don't use a pully system, using a cable tie there now to hold it in place for comfort reasons, did not think this was a new addition as you otherwise get the cable to lay on your shoulder instead of running down your back (which the prior is rather annoying)
About 3 months, 600-800h I guess, based on my nearly 2k hours in steam vr, and having broken the 1k still with the WMR.
Already broke one of them lmfao
No way dude, where is it
I hope Valve watches your videos and takes it into consideration for the their next headset. None of this should be an issue for a $1000 headset.
not many users fail handstands valve probs expected the headset to stay firmly away from the ground lol
Na this is the extreme, the guy is pushing it to its limits.
@@Burger19985 Then you don't play VRChat. I know a ton of retards who fail handstands and fall on their asses while doing backflips lol
Quick Reminder: despite the problems remember that he spends A LOT more time on the index than most people probably will for a long time. So while some things like the first cable failure and some of the early issues are a good point to look at, not all the problems will likely happen unless you're putting in hours and hours almost every day every week and putting stress on these objects more than the normal Index user.
I think it's a lot less the actual time he spends, it's the way he uses all the stuff. He's incredibly a violent with his headset. I'm not saying that using it like that should have these issues though, besides doing handstands which he has broken more than one index with.
@@benkahn5063 He does it all, so we don't have to!!!
Yeah, that is a good point. But personally, I'll be a very happy gamer once the Steam VR headset and it's equipment gets as durable as the Quest 2 and it's equipment. And durable enough that you could use it for as many hours of the day as a "hardcore gamer" would on their computer.
@@Gungamer32 that is the opposite of my experience with them
So quick reminder for what he says on the video? Thanks
2022... “What Happened to my Valve Index After 3000 Hours”
gamzee pfp hi
No shit
@@Andiramon hi! （╹◡╹）
Possibly
More like march 2021
Well, now I know why I've been waiting for my Index to become available for 6 months and counting… This dude is getting them all.
So, have you gotten it yet?
"what happened to my index after the heat death of the universe?"
I'm treating mine really, really well, still works nicely.
Ok, didnt ask
@@JTF06 Ok, didn't ask you either. Buzz off.
How long have you had it?
@@her0880 Couple months. Nowhere near as used as 1k hours but still used a lot. I've only ever had issues with tracking and that was my own fault for not having the tracking stations at the right spot(I noticed after around 50 hours of play, fixed that and now it works pretty well).
Shoulda spent 2000 hours breakdancing with your headset smh
Valve index: And I Took That Personally...
“I’m on my fourth index, my fifth controller, and my second base station.”
I only have a quest. Not even quest 2, just quest. No PC, just quest
I only have psvr
I don’t even have PS4
I only have a refurbished Windows MR headset
@@apples3036 I don't have a playstation, xbox, or switch bro lol
“just quest” i feel ya
valve: we finally released a new wave of headsets
Thrill: ill take your entire stock
No. I refuse to have that high pitch buzzing in my ear 24/7 from the base stations being on when I'm not using them
Like if I can imagine what tinnitus is like; this is it
Edit: if he's not talking about putting them in sleep mode then I'm dumb. In sleep mode I don't hear them at all. But leaving them fully active 24/7 like they were out of the box is absolutely not happening
@@JanyaAndromedaGalactic average person wastes over 1000 dollars a year on food. Its not being rich, its being smart with your money
they shouldn't be buzzing? I have 1.0's that I barely cut off since Dec 2016, never heard them buzz, never had any issues with them.
god i'm so jealous of people who don't have tinnitus
@@WhyIsEverythingTaken You and me both..
It especially has gotten worse last month or so, and I can't call for an appointment even if I could afford to..
You can put them in to sleep mode. It won't buzzing at all
I hope more thought will be put headsets’ durability in the future
It must be really disappointing when the headset breaks, especially if you can’t get the part replaced
The quest 2 is great with durability- but I don't think amazing with quality control. Regardless, durability is top notch
@@minifishy7162 You can literally throw your controllers across the room, and it would be alright.
@@lau6438 yea, ik its great!
@@minifishy7162 Not that it's a function that gets used often (i hope😬)
@@lau6438 unless if you throw it so f#cking hard the rings might break
ThrillSeeker: OMG my valve index keeps breaking!!!
Also ThrillSeeker: 🤸🏼♂️
Lol
Yeah, most people I've met have maybe went through one controller from smacking it hard against the wall or a new wire.
I think he has himself to blame for the insane amount of failures lol.
@@invertedv12powerhouse77 how so was he like doing cartwheels while dancing?
@@invertedv12powerhouse77 never mind he was doing fucking handstands wtf??
It’s still his baby. When his rift s broke once. He hated it and wanted it to go to hell lol.
Okay QOTW: With amount of times you must have contacted them, how would you rate Valve's Customer Support in regards to the Index?
I've only had to RMA one controller, and the people at valve were cool. I just contacted support, they asked what was wrong, and asked me to verify in the controller test thing that the left thumbstick would not work, and they gave me a shipping label to send the old one out, and at the same time they sent a new one. It only took about a few days, and I was back to playing games. Like thrill said it sucks that these problems exist, but valve does stand by their products by giving free RMAs as long as you're still in warranty.
@@lennytrick821 valve support are such nice people huh no questions asked and they send a replacement
My experience was rather nice. I just submitted a help ticket for my issue, they ask for some form of verification, they give me shipping instructions, then all the sudden I have a new HMD
They're literally amazing. The fact that they've rmad his trash every time he breaks it should be a testimony to their support.
I'm on my 3rd RMA that is being done three months out of warranty. I absolutely cannot complain. My first RMA was for a left Thumbstick...and a year later I have had no problems whatsoever with the new controller or my original right controller. My HMD issues have been relatively minor but still not something I'm happy to endure for the cost of the headset. Valve agrees I shouldn't have to, and they have taken care of me without any hassles whatsoever.
Ive had mine for a few weeks and have been loving it
Same!
I love the controller they are just sooo good.
give it to me this is a robbery so you’re illegally forced to give it to me
@Sarcastic the best use ofc
@@boost24 oh god, I would never go against the law! take it take it all
Personally, I have had my valve index for a year, used it for 4057 hours of VR, and only ever had to replace my headset cable once, and my left controller once
Damn dude, full-time job is only 2000 hours a year, you've been going hard!
@@jackiecs8190 maybe he worked in it
that's an average of 11 hours a day, i fell like you may have no life, or are lying
@@Gizmos_and_stuff most of us vr people have no life
@@Gizmos_and_stuff says the minecraft profile picture
Here's an idea for preserving the cable on the Index…
There's a type of plastic tubing used for cable management of computer desks. This tubing has a repeating rib structure, similar to an accordion, that allows it to be more flexible. The tubing is also slit open on one side along its entire length, which allows you to insert cables from the side, rather than feeding them into the tube to be pulled all along the length.
I think that putting your headset cable(s) inside this kind of tubing, and anchoring the tubing to the headset (and the pulley system if you have one) instead of the cable itself, would take a lot of stress off the cable.
Ideally though, I think it would be be good if the cable itself had a spring shape for about a third of a meter, or one foot, right at the end where it plugs into the headset. The same kind of spring shape seen on the cords for corded telephones, and small radio transmitters to connect the microphone to the rest of the equipment. These spring shapes are better suited to being moved around a lot, and even twisted. Because they can be twisted with much less stress, I think they would be a great choice for relieving mechanical stress right where it's needed most: close to the plug, where it must match the rotation and position of the headset cable socket exactly. For the remaining length of the cable, it can be the normal, straight shape, which should be anchored by a clip if the cable is deemed strong enough on its own, or encased in plastic tubing if it's not strong enough on its own, with the tubing being anchored to the headset instead of the cable.
I think this could be done without having to replace the entire current stock of cables, by using a simple, short cable extension on the end of the current cables, which has the desired spring shape.
If someone wants to let Valve know about this, be my guest! I'd rather stop everyone suffering than horde the idea to myself in the vain hope of wringing money out of it somehow. They can have the idea for free. Maybe it will encourage them to keep improving their hardware when they don't have to constantly send out replacements.
I've spent 3-6 hours in vr a week since November 2019 and my index is still going strong!
Even if it had issues I still don't see headsets with refresh rates and fov on par with the index.
Plus the big brother facebook quest ecosystem is creepy.
3-6 hrs a week?? Absolute rookie numbers.
People do that a day and more. Lol
Definitely gonna be interesting to see what you have you to show us! This is certainly a "true" representation of the durability, more than any torture test can ever be. Thanks for all the great content!
My wall speaks in pain of my knuckle controllers, im my first 4 wekks of vr i punched my wall like 7 times.
controllers still fine and now its nearly a year
@@ererbe I got a quest 2 a couple of weeks ago and I can relate when it comes to hitting my wall with the controllers but those things are durable af.
@@theresachacon1122 more durable than My Finger.. i have to say that im playing on 2x2m
@@ererbe That's gonna be a yikes from me. Maybe get a bigger space to play in? lol
@@BlatantlySwedishPGN My room is 11,5m². And the width ist 2m. Also i now have no problems with it and feel Like its definitly enough
Valve: How many Indexes do you want to test?
ThrillSeeker: Yes
Am I the only one that sees a “read more” option on your comment and then when I click it there’s nothing?
@@decompilation me too
@@sdrawkcabmiay I’m on an iPhone X, but not I don’t see it anymore, I’m so confused. Guess it was just a bug 🤷♂️
Gman: Corpral shephard we meet at last
"Helicopter noises"
480hours behind with my Valve Index and no breakage of cable here or any other problems. (Knocks on wood). I do use a pulley system but I am rather cautious with my equipment. However I did fling my right controller once across the room during a very intense Beat Saber session but it didn't break. Guess I dropped it "the right way". ;P
I definitely power down my base stations. The high pitch noise (not very loud, but noticeable) they make is unbearable when you go to sleep and the house is quiet.
do the base stations wear out at all?
I have no clue what he does to his headset, I have nearly 800 hours in the index and the only issue that I've had was completely my fault, being a ripped out thumb stick that i caused which valve replaced for free
I mean he does stuff like failing handstands in vrchat, his headset sustains quite a bit of abuse
Yeah I think it really also depends on how you treat it, he’s really more of a hardcore user
Was going to say the same, hundreds of hours on my headset, it looks brand new. I went through one controller they replaced for free.
@@andi he treats his 1000$ headset like it kicked his cat and ate the last slice of pizza lmao
Thank god. His review had me leaning away from the Index for a future purchase, haha.
Boy is the VR community lucky to have a dude like thrill making content. The comparison to a car startup while also clarifying that it's not a confirmed 1 to 1 comparison, sums up how insightful the homie is while style having integrity. Props to the homie.
Dude I got Index like 2 days ago, you're scaring me man.. I'm not even violent with my headset and I take it slow.. It's good that I saw this video first hand, tells me what to not put stress on too much
The sequel I wasn't expecting, but I'm glad happened. Also, finally got my quest an holy moly it's fun. I have always been an enthusiast in vr and now I'm spreading the fun with family and friends.
I believe it is just Thrillseeker being a UA-camr and also him brutally abusing it.
I would keep the base stations on, but their whirring is so damn anoying.
Idk why yours is so loud cuz I barely hear mine. I legit can only hear them if I am underneath them.
Same here... plus my Index is set up in my bedroom
@@KiegKillsReality Either your base stations are somehow quieter or your high frequency hearing is diminished. I've heard people have quiet base stations but all three of mine are "whiny"
@@Krankenstein105 if you're ballsy enough, pop them open and relubricate the moving parts.
@@Krankenstein105 I’m 17 so my hearing isn’t gone yet lmao. I mean maybe the difference between me and other people is that I hear the whine but I just don’t care. Like I can deal with it, you know? Idk dude. Or maybe my base stations came faulty or something. Who knows.
I literally just searched up valve index videos and did not expect see a new upload from you about it and to be this early! :D
Really useful video. Also love the “Thrillseeker” at the end of the outro
Nice! I've been waiting for this video since the first 1000 hours!
Alternative title how I broke my valve index in only 2000 hours...twice...or thrice...ok Mabye four times
"only"
And this is why I use the included wrist straps even though the Index controllers strap onto your hand directly. I never want these to drop. Even if the plastic holding the triggers in wasn't as fragile as they are, the nature of capacitive sensors for the finger tracking means that aspect of the controller was always bound to be fragile.
just got my oculus quest 2 i’ve been watching u for a while u inspired me to get my quest thanks
I'm on my second HMD myself, and second left controller, but I'd still recommend the Index like yourself. One thing I recently picked up was the "chilldex" and I'm honestly quite surprised at how much more comfortable the headset is, with just the addition of small fans to pull the heat out. The other thing I've done that's improved the quality of life, is the installation of small, rubber o-rings between the speaker pod and where it mounts to the HMD. Keeps the speaker pods securely in place during Beatsaber sessions, and is super easy to do.
The Quest 2 has it's issues, but you gotta admit; *that thing durable*
Oh absolutely. Biggest thing with the Quest 2 is it's second gen quest hardware and it's god knows how many gen oculus hardware. Oculus has had A LOT of experience making headsets so in general they have a good idea of how to make a durable headset because of experience.
Meanwhile the Index is Valve's first foray into VR and uhh.... It shows. It's great hardware but it ABSOLUTELY suffers from the "first generation hardware curse" and all the jank that entails
ive had my index for only a little bit shy of 2 months and while it still works just as good now as it has on day one, watching these videos stress me out LMAO i wanna keep this thing working for as long as possible
Thanks bro . Really informative
Huh hearing this makes me feel lucky. I've had mine since early december 2019 and it still works fine. The only problems I have with it are the cord constantly turning into a noose and the trigger on my right hand remote started making a squeaking sound about a month into owning it but it still works perfectly.
pulley system for the cable and clean the thumb stick slot
I've been using my Rift S for a very long time (around its release) and it's been surprisingly good. I really haven't had any issues with mine, though I also don't use it daily.
EDIT: yeah, i can confirm that the controllers oculus makes are very sturdy compared to some of the other controllers i've seen and used
no one cares
@@JTF06 oh look at this big man going around being a dick for no reason
@@JTF06 this man owns a PSVR and thinks it's the best headset around
@@alexpiggy he probably doesn’t own VR at all. (Psvr is actually pretty good but the quest 2 is so much better now)
Based jonas making children seethe
I've came across my very first Valve Index issue and it's my left thumb stick drifting backwards if you press it to the rear at all it will make you walk in reverse, my solution was to just press forward very quickly after going backwards, I'm hoping it doesn't get much worse.
I still love and enjoy the headset and bay stations with no issues there.
Thanks for sharing and as always keep building👍
Interesting video, I have two locations with Valve Indexes (4 per location) and haven't had the issues you've listed, except a cable that just just went bad and replacing was a nightmare waiting for Valve to replace. Knocking on wood!!
Reminds me of the CV1 days lol, I went through 3 HMDS, all covered by Oculus. But this kit is far more expensive. Kinda glad I’ve yet to get an Index. For now, I’ll continue playing my PC VR games wirelessly with my Quest. 🤗
I can feel the frustration in his voice when he talks about the inconviniences
Thanks, Thrill, this is a great video! I've been in VR since the days of the DK1 in 2014. My Rift CV1 (5 years old) still works great today (used for thousands of hours), and so far I never had any problems with my Rift S (one and a half years old). WIth the Index I had one failing controller three months in (replaced by Valve within a week). The Index headset still works, but I am starting to wonder when it will show the first symptoms... Same as you, I love the Index though and am still recommending it.
I have a Reverb G2, which I'm sure you're aware doesn't have the best cable clip, so that cable management tip will really come in handy for me. Especially since I just recently installed my super high-tech pulley system consisting of one (1) tiny metal hook screwed into the ceiling that I haphazardly drape the cable over.
I'd let my stations run all the time if they weren't so... Audible
Put sound proof boxes over them :p
I hear so many people say this. I have very good hearing and I have 4 of them on all the time and i never think about them
@@underflip2 maybe yours are quieter than most, or your hearing is worse than you thought.
@@underflip2 how old are you? The frequency they admit might be out of your hearable range? My set also run 24/7 with no hum issue
@@underflip2 Then your hearing isn't as good as you think.
Hey thrill! Any news on the Deca Gear team? I remember them saying you would receive a post production headset for review
Same bro my base stations just stoped working but I got replacements so I’m happy.
Had my index from the release and have also logged over 2000 hours and nothing have failed for me. You go extremely hard on your headset my dude :-p
Pro Tip: Use the touchpad. I've had my index controllers since December 2019 and have no issues with them since the transition to Touchpad movement. I also do not use pully system and just use Turn Signal for cable management. Been running my Pimax 8kx for 6 months with no issues thus far. Lastly, I have carpeting in my VR play space, helps for comfort since I play barefooted and prevents fatal controller drops.
Tip for Index users: Consider magnetic USB-C cables to charge the knuckles. Puts minimal stress on the connector that will snap into place. I have had the port break previously and was unable to recharge them.
This man literally break dances in VR just FYI Ive hit my wall and the HMD numerous times playing Thrill of the fight and I have cracked 1 controller after a genuine countless number of times. The controller actually retained full functionality but I RMAed it anyway. Consider as well I do real boxing so Im providing a full force punch and yet still not doing this kind of damage to my index. Ive truly never seen anyone break an index more than this guy
I recommend a stationary shot from directly above for inspecting. It gives a very modern feel, professional looking to have a very slow pan out on one too.
6:28 the FAQ says: "SteamVR's Base Station Power Management feature is turned OFF by default. Turning this feature ON ensures that your Base Stations power off when not in use to reduce power usage and extend their lifespan."
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Though she'd heard the things he'd done
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Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that really was gone
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Russia's greatest love machine
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Lover of the Russian queen
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Lover of the Russian queen
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Noteblock choirs playing in the sunshine
Turn 'round pick up my sword and wield
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Families broken at my feet
Life itself suspended by a thread
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I gaze off into the boundless skyline
Noteblock choirs playing in the sunshine
Turn 'round pick up my sword and wield
The blade that once forced evil mobs to yield
If this battle should leave me slain
I know Herobrine will call my name
Better to take a stand
That was when I ruled the land
I gaze off into the boundless skyline
Noteblock choirs playing in the sunshine
Turn 'round pick up my sword and wield
The blade that once forced evil mobs to yield
If this battle should leave me slain
I know Herobrine will call my name
Better to take a stand
That was when I ruled the land
im glad to hear Valve replaced the headset that the spring exploded on - mine just did this too so I am trying to RMA it currently, I hope it goes through they've been giving me trouble with the controllers.
thanks for the advice on the extra zip tie on the back! I've got about 50 hours on my Index right now and I've been trying to be as gentle as I can to it, I will certainly have to be more careful with my chair wheels going over the tether cable though, thank you for the heads up on how fragile it is. and I am so happy to hear that Valve hardware support has been a good experience for you, I would hope that spending 1000$ on a piece of hardware would grant me good customer support
the BEST SERIES ON UA-cam is back
The index seems so fragile compared to everything else, I’ve seen my friend throw his quest 1 into the wall 2 separate times when he gets mad, and it’s fine. I’m not saying you should throw your headset and that abuse isn’t bad, but still
ive dropped my index controllers knocked over my base stations and droppes my headset all on accident
no orange lights not scratches tracking still works fine and everything
results may vary tho
@@BsicalyLucifer That’s great to hear, I don’t have an index it’s just from what I’ve heard from other people, but I guess I’ve been underestimating how durable it is
Yea agreed I don’t really rage but I dropped my quest controller a couple of and it’s perfectly fine
@@brotatochip8396 well like i said results may vary
from my experience its been pretty strong
I've hit my knuckles against my wall a few times because I got a bit too immersed and they still work perfectly fine. Thrill just goes a bit too hard on his equipment
i have to admit I've been a lucky one. I've only had to replace one controller from stick drift and i had the stars problem once but rebooted my computer and it was fixed. Hearing your multiple horror stories reminds me that, even if i love this thing, I shouldn't fully praise it like i want to, it has it's cons.
thanks for saving me from buying a new vr setup. ive now decided to simply buy the knuckles, keep my vive and all included hardware as a backup, put my gearVR lenses into my vive, and wait for an index revision or perhaps an HTC competitor before buying anything else. thoroughly earned sub. ill be tuning in for more content.
Why do I keep doing this getting here really early
You clicked the bell.
I wish o could afford an index but the quest 2 is my maximum limit
i can relate
No one cares
@@JTF06 im not gonna say it im going to hold it back f it NO ONE ASKED U OF U CARED
@@JTF06 you cared enough to ask him that
Yep same and I hate that I have to admit
So glad I waited on index and am having a grand ol time with Q2 and VD on PC. Hope full body solution comes our
That's a lot of damage ;D, glad that Valve replaces failed devices :). Thanks Gaben!
I dropped my quest controllers in the water and it worked -_-
And I threw my quest of my roof and it was still fine, damn the stuff it’s made of
I went swimming and diving with my headset on, it was a great experience and it works perfectly
@@jatoxo I went into the void of space with my headset on and it worked great. Only complaint is that it was really cold and hard to breathe.
My vive has lasted me 3 years without a single replacement. If I ever get a index. I am keeping my vive as a back up for sure lol
I have a psvr as a backup, tbh though that thing is really bad after a couple years of use.
I just ordered my valve index 2 days before you made this video.
I’m buying an index because of you. Thank you for helping me in my decision
Tips is to put on the wrist straps and then put on the headset (avoid drops). The motor in the base stations are sensitive to heat, so I let my four 2.0 base stations power down (green light to blue light). Wait some seconds and then cut the power so they can cool down. But I only had them running for 9 months, will report back when more time has passed.
I also wipe the controllers and headset after each use with a dry and smooth towel to remove sweat and oil that comes from your hands. As oil cause damage to plastic over time.
Update me!
@@Ivee. They still work fine.
@@TheAndreasMustola I've been turning mine off for about a month with an app on my phone. Loving the upgrade from a rift s
I mean, you got 2 hours for every dollar spent? That seems like a good deal...
With effort. Going through an RMA process takes time to process and effort for your part to send and receive stuff. It can get annoying and for those living outside of the US and supported countries, it would actually cost you money to go through the RMA especially now with shipping rates going through the roof because of obvious reasons.
bought a quest for 400. no issues at all really and has 3000+ hours clocked in.
That's more than you get from going to a cinema.
Bug now compare that to me spending 300hours on a quest 2 since christmas I already have an hour per dollar 🤣🤣 oculus are unbeatable 😂
@@derrenknight1793 my airlink doesn't work smoothly for no reason.
I got so excited when I heard Overdrive for the outro
Been waiting since it came out, first thing I buy once I get a job agian will be this I've wanted it for so long. Hopefully I don't have to replace it till I can afford to. Appreciate the tips!
Do the base stations make noise when running (isn't there something spinning inside)? How much power do they consume?
Yes they make noise. Some people say it's annoying, some say they don't notice it. There was a thread that meantioned you can slightly change their operating frequency in Steam which can make the noise less annoying. Power draw should be around 5W each, at least that's what I found on the 1.0 lighthouses.
I never ever hear mine and i have 4 of them.
The 1.0 yes the 2.0s not so much.
I just got my valve index, and it’s beautifullllllll. I’ll be sad the day it stops smelling like a new car...:(
Clean it on the reg with a slightly damp microfiber cloth and it will stay shiny :)
I also recommend cleaning the lenses before every play session (circular, from the inside out slowly) if you keep them smushed up against your eyes.
Sweat is the enemy of the glue moisture barrier seal under the lens rubber gaskets, be sure to air your headset out if you notice a sweat coming on. Removing the clear plastic faceplate when you jack in helps it stay cooler also.
@@AM1N4L agreed. I've been trying to tell people this and I wish thrill was more careful or at least made it known that his issues are due to gross mistreatment, and not the typical user who may treat it like they couldn't afford another. That glue doesn't just come out from being warm, it comes out from molesting the rubber gasket while cleaning the lenses, pushing your eyebrows against it while playing, and sweating in the headset. Did you see the giant sweat/water damage ring around thrills lenses? It's ridiculous.
I am a moderate user and yes, you need to treat the controllers with care. The triggers are fragile and its human nature to mash down on them during tense moments. Unfortunately there are small plastic parts holding the whole thing together.
the side of my index blew up just like yours did haha i was kinda hopping to find a way to prevent that from happening but good video ! :)
I have had my vive base stations on nonstop for 2 years with no issue so that's pretty epic
if you listen very carefully, you can hear thrills wallet crying
I know this is a joke but he said that most of the RMA's were free so it would be valves wallet that's crying not trill's.
Actually the wallets that are crying are not his or valves but those normal index users
"This is not OK"
5 seconds later
"I do admit I'm rough with my headsets"
Fucking melt.
Just got my valve index today can't wait what happens next
I've had my head set for one year and haven't had any issues with my index. I cracked a controller against a chair and it had no effect on the finger tracking. Or buttons. I've only used it for around 400 hours. Would recommend
We all know we are waiting for the quest review after 100 hours
Probably not gonna happen
he hate oculus
@@objectivemillennial2117 I know but there is always the small chance
@@wolfytuent4541 if he got sponsored once by oculus there is indeed a chance
@@rapha5493 ya for sure but there is suchsmall chance it would happen but who knows
9:31 Y'all heard that? When Pimax releases their controllers Thrillseeker is switching.
He doesnt like pimax bc of pimax software
@@AtlanticPOG He must not have seen it recently. Its become quite spectacular. ua-cam.com/video/C69jXj6czno/v-deo.html
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@@TrevorJones1 oh wow thats impressive
I do not like the whirring of the base stations at night when it is dead quiet, and it appears as though my cats don't like it either. Got to power down every time, regardless of consequences. Fingers crossed. 🤞
I bought a Rift CV1 on the first day, still have it, use it all the time and it still works fine. Never had an issue.
Tuesday news day went bye bye :(
The valve index is like a gold pickaxe in Minecraft it is the best but breaks in 4 seconds
One very good advice with the index headset is when you are done, unplug the cable and wrap it around the headset. This will prevent the cable from kinking up, and will help the life expectancy of the cable.
I bought mine shortly after the first stimulus check came out back in April, when they finally managed to get the Index restocked.
Aside from the triggers slightly squeaking and my left thumbstick having a very small dead zone when moving horizontally, haven't had a problem with it. Although it is disconcerting that you went through 5 controllers. Since Valve expects you to grip it alot, you would think they would made it more durable to compensate
OMG YOU BROUGHT THE BEST OUTRO BACK YESASSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
Aren't you the guy who was doing handstands wearing a VR headset?
I know it's a bit cliché to mention but I don't think I've ever gotten to start watching a video only 4 minutes after it was released
Nice! I think the earliest I've gotten is 30 seconds. It was crazy tho bc I don't use post notifications at all for anyone
Yeah watching videos early either means that you are lucky or you have no life
Well said. I've had to go through 6 RMAs with the Index controllers and now the my warranty is up they are not doing anything for me. I've figured out how to fix the thumbstick drift by actually replacing the thumbstick component. I'm going to be uploading a video soon explaining the process as well as possibly offering a service for anyone that needs thumbstick drift fixed in case they'd rather not do their own repairs.
Thrill, the deca gear is coming out in my birth month, so ive been thinking of it for a gift, so i hope your doing a review on it, it would be so helpful.