Integrated Headphone Mount for Lenovo Explorer & Kanen i50 headphones

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The Lenovo Explorer offers an excellent entry into VR at a budget-friendly price, although it falls short by lacking integrated headphones. In contrast, the HTC Vive provides optional headphones that can be purchased for $99. I had an inexpensive pair of headphones on hand, resembling those I thought could be easily modified to fit onto my headset. Following several hours of experimentation, the result is now available. These affordable headphones are from Kanen and cost just $15: https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Headphones-Adjustable-Microphone-Smartphones/dp/B0747V28LZ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1546214843&sr=8-1&keywords=kanen+i50. The mounting system enables the adjustment of tension on both the clip and the headphone mount, allowing for a precise fit. Users can slide them forward and backward, as well as up and down to achieve the optimal position. These headphones come equipped with a microphone but lack a boom attachment. To resolve this issue, I utilized zip-ties to secure it in place, letting it hang freely. My testing demonstrates that it functions effectively for voice commands and chat, remaining unobtrusive. This modification requires eight (8) M2 8mm screws (or equivalent).