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Elfbar Brings Back the ‘Cigalike’ Disposable Vape
The classic cigalike vape stick is back. Elfbar launched its version of the iconic vape device last month in the UK after it was approved by the sovereign state’s Medicines Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
The Elfbar Cigalike provides vapers with an estimated 400 puffs, and is designed for heavy smokers looking to quit combustible cigarettes.
“According to the NHS, vaping is one of the best ways to quit smoking,” Victor Xiao, chief executive of Elfbar, said. “Brands and the retail sector have an important role to play in getting this message out there to adult smokers by working closer together.”
A cigalike pen more closely replicates the feel and look of a traditional cigarette. The devices fell out of favor as pod-style devices took over the market during the past few years, according to Better Retailing.
The disposable Elfbar Cigalike pen features a compact design with a diameter of 9mm.
The product also includes an upgraded coil, and is described as a “modern version of the original cigalike vapes with more power, longer lasting battery, and improved taste due to the nic salts and better coils,” according to Better Retailing. The range comes in 20 flavor varieties.
November 14, 2022
Vaporesso’s XROS 3 Expected Release in December

The highly Anticipated release of Vaporesso’s XROS 3 and XROS 3 Mini is expected to hit the retail market in early December. The company recently showcased the new model at the two-day Vapexpo in Paris.
The XROS series has built a global following as one of the most reliable vape products available on the market. Vaporesso, a division of Smoore Technology, the largest vaping manufacturer in the world, has sold in excess of 40 million units since launching the series in 2020.
The XROS has also picked up multiple awards for its innovative and trendy design, including a prestigious Red Dot Award in 2022 and multiple Muse Design Awards.
“In keeping with our company spirit of ‘Cross the Limit’, the XROS series continues to push back the boundaries in terms of what a vaping product can bring to customers,” said Thalia Cheng, chief marketing officer for Vaporesso. “We built the XROS 3 with our customers in mind, allowing them to enjoy our leading vape product performance and an aesthetic that is universally celebrated.”
The XROS 3 comes with a 1,000 mAh high-density battery and provides users with a “solid and reliable vaping solution that can be used for 48 hours on a single charge”, according to a press release.
The XROS 3 also features the COREX Heating technology for rapid and even heating, a precise adjustable airflow, and VAPORESSO’s SSS technology to prevent leakage.
In addition to no leakage, the design means users can top-fill the vape without needing to remove the head, allowing them to easily switch between Tight MTL to Restricted DTL pods, according to the release.
October 31, 2022
Imperial Brands Launches its Blu 2.0 System in U.K.

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Imperial Brands has launched Blu 2.0, a new vaping device that replaces its existing Myblu system, in the U.K., reports The Grocer.
According to Imperial Brands, the new product offers a smoother and richer vaping experience due to its ceramic heating pod technology, which replaces the previously used cotton wick option. It also features a longer-lasting battery and bigger 1.9 mL volume liquid pods.
The new device also comes with a magnetic lock feature and “power tap,” which enables users to easily check the battery level.
Imperial has also launched a new range of six flavored liquids for use with the system: Golden Tobacco, Polar Menthol, Fresh Mint, Berry Mix, Blueberry Ice and Fresh Mango. All come in 9 mg and 18 mg nicotine strength variants.
“Through the launch of Blu 2.0, we’ve developed a product that looks better, tastes better and lasts longer than before to provide consumers with the next-generation vape product they’re looking for,” said Tom Gully, Imperial Tobacco head of consumer marketing for the U.K. and Ireland.
October 31, 2022
Smoore Showcases Feelm Max at Jakarta Exhibition

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Smoore presented its Feelm Max disposable technology solution at the Indonesia Electronic Atomization Exhibition (IECIE2022), which took place at the Jakarta International Convention and Exhibition Center.
Speaking at the exhibition, Smoore Vice President Clayton Shen highlighted the importance of technological innovation in driving progress in the vaping industry.
Feelm Max features a ceramic coil technology that offers more puffs and consistent flavor, according to a company press release. It is currently sold in more than 10 countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. Other features include a semi-translucence mouthpiece and to environmentally friendly packaging.
During his presentation of the Feelm Max, Clayton Shen explained that the closed system is the fastest growing category in the new tobacco market and will claim a significant market share in the long run.
According to Smoore, ceramic coils solve longstanding challenges such as liquid leakage and burnt taste, Ceramic coils, said Shen, are used by leading vapor product manufacturers, such as Reynolds Vapor Co., RELX and NJOY.
One of the most influential exhibition platforms for companies operating in the vaping sector, the IECIE covered an area of over 12,000 square meters in Jakarta, with over 100 exhibitors and more than 10,000 visitors.
In recent years, Southeast Asia has become a new industry hub by virtue of its population base and market development potential. Euromonitor expects the Southeast Asian vaping grow by 29 percent in 2023.
October 24, 2022
SMOK Launches Solus 2 Device at Indonesia Event
The Solus 2 series was launched by SMOK, Shenzhen IVPS Technology’s main brand, at a global product launch event in Jakarta, Indonesia.
In attendance were local distributors, vape shop owners, and key influencers. The Solus 2, an upgraded version of the Solus series, has been in development for nearly 200 days and has come to represent improved vaping experiences and cost-effectiveness, according to a press release.
SMOK collected user feedback from hundreds of global vapers and used the data to make improvements and upgrades to address the cons of the first Solus series. The Solus 2 has improved the user experience and product details with regard to various functions (Southeast Asia version):
Battery & Charging: The strong performance of the 700mAh & Type-C cable meets the needs of long-lasting vaping.
Pod Compatibility: Compatible with both Solus 2 Pod & Solus Pod.
Wattage & Airflow: Max of 15W, dual airflow design, both RDL and MTL are available simply by switching the installation of the pod.
Appearance & Design: All-in-one design, slim body, comfortable grip. Designed for both aesthetics and practicality.
Price: Continuing the product concept of “Affordable Luxury”, SOLUS 2 also benefits user groups with a higher cost performance.
“It is widely believed that the launch of Solus 2 will lead to exciting new changes in the vaping industry. Southeast Asia is one of the world’s most important e-cigarette markets and is also a very important part of SMOK’s globalization strategy,” Holly Yang, a SMOK spokesperson said at the event. “In the future, as a leading international vaping brand, SMOK will dig deep into demand and continue to enrich product lines while developing the Southeast Asian market. The company is committed to empowering global vapers to enjoy good products with guaranteed quality and safety.”
August 5, 2022
Vaper Empire Announces Release of V-Nix Vape Pen
Vaper Empire has released its V-Nix Series pen vape. The device is available at the company’s online store. The new compact and reusable vaping device allows users to adjust the device’s airflow and wattage to match the user’s e-liquid and vapor preference.
Adjusting these settings allows V-Nix users to control the temperature at which the atomizer heats the e-liquid inside the tank and the amount of air that enters the vape while it’s in use.
“The V-Nix provides vapers with a high level of control that allows them to make quick adjustments aimed at achieving optimal performance with a wide variety of e-liquids,” said Jimmy Jones, Vaper Empire’s head of Global Operations. “We believe these features provide vapers with a better overall vaping experience and help accommodate a wider range of vaping styles.”
V-Nix comes with a refillable tank that allows vapers to fill and refill their tank. The tank’s dual-coil atomizer is designed to be user-replaceable and replacement atomizers are available for purchase from Vaper Empire’s online store.
The coils, which have a resistance range of 1.2ohms to 1.5ohms, are made from stainless steel and employ wicks made from 100 percent Japanese organic cotton, according to the release. The device is powered by a rechargeable battery with a variable wattage range of 10.5W to 13.5W that fully recharges in approximately one hour.
August 5, 2022
BAT Launches Glo Hyper X2 Heated Tobacco Device

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BAT unveiled its Glo Hyper X2 tobacco heating device in Tokyo on July 21.
Building on the technology of Glo Hyper+, which launched in 2020, the Hyper X2 incorporates advanced induction heating technology encased in a smaller, lighter weight device. A separate boost function for faster heating, battery status LED indicator, a protective iris-shaped shutter and bold new colors complete the new hyper X2 offer, according to BAT.
Hyper X2 works with existing consumables from the Glo Hyper series.
“The launch of Glo Hyper X2—our newest, state-of-the-art heated tobacco product—marks another key milestone in our transformation as we build the brands of our future,” said Kingsley Wheaton, chief marketing officer at BAT, in a statement. “Since launching our first Glo product in Japan in 2016, we have built Glo into a billion-dollar global brand through our deep consumer insights, science and innovation.
“Our multi-category portfolio offers the industry’s widest choice of scientifically substantiated, less risky and enjoyable products for adult smokers who are looking to switch. This is a further big step in accelerating our transformation into a consumer products business that defines itself by the consumer needs that we meet, rather than the products we sell.”
“In addition, final results from our landmark one-year clinical study of Glo have provided important new data that adds to evidence supporting Glo as a reduced-risk product. In the study, people switching completely to Glo achieved significant and sustained improvements across many exposure and potential harm measures compared to those who continued to smoke, with many indicators similar to quitting.”
Glo hyper X2 will be available in Glo stores across Japan and on the Glo and Velo official online store from July 25, 2022, and in convenience stores in Japan from August 2022.
Glo products are available in 25 countries. The global rollout of Glo Hyper X2 will take place over the coming months.
July 24, 2022
ZoVoo Launches New Products During Global Event

During a recent product launch broadcast live worldwide on June 29, ZoVoo released four new products, its Gene Tree special edition ceramic core technology, and ZoVoo shared information on its peak performance in the electronic atomization field.
The first disposable product in the DRAG family, the new DRAGBAR R6000 is ZoVoo’s pod-style disposable. It has a classic leather texture design and its new airflow adjustment function, according to a press release.
ZoVoo also launched its lightest and thinnest ceramic core disposable product, the DRAGBAR Z700 GT, which “adopts the latest upgraded ceramic core technology, and reconstructs a new thin and light experience,” according to a release.
The new core is the latest nano-microcrystalline ceramic core independently developed by ZoVoo, GENE TREE Special Edition is the first “powder free” ceramic core with proprietary patented technology in the industry, according to the release.
Also launched, DRAGBAR F8000, with max 8000 puffs, adopts the infinite airflow adjustment system, and matches with high-performance of a mesh coil. Also, the new VINCIBAR F2500 adopts Kevlar texture, integrates light and shadow aesthetics, elegant and comfortable. With max 2500 puffs, 15 flavors and mesh coil design.
June 30, 2022
Innokin’s Klypse Device Wins Several Vaping Awards

Innokin Klypse
Innokin is finding success with its new Klypse pod vaping device. The refillable pod system has won three awards across three major international events.
China-based Innokin’s Klypse device started with winning “Best Pod” at Vapexpo Spain. The Innokin Klypse stood out for its “exceptional vaping performance and build quality,” according to a release. At the World Vape Show Dubai, the Klypse won “Best Pod” with “performance, reliability and [an] affordable price point” being highlighted as reasons for the honor. Most recently, the Innokin Klypse was awarded “Best Pod Vape” by Vaping Post.
It is rare for one device to several awards in the vape show circuit. Thousands of new products are released each year, and only a select few are recognized by industry experts with coveted international awards. The pod system category continues to be the most competitive in vaping hardware, as manufacturers are keen to provide new vapers with the best entry-level devices possible.
“It is a privilege to be recognised by fellow industry veterans, especially as we focus on transitioning smokers with simple, affordable devices,” said George Xia, co-founder of Innokin. “We have been greatly encouraged by the consumer reaction to our new releases and look forward to gathering more feedback in the remainder of the exhibition season.”
Look for a third-review of Innokin’s Klypse in Issue 4 2022 of Vapor Voice (August, 2022).
June 28, 2022
Medad Pioneers Ultrasound Water Pipe for Shisha

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Medad Technology has developed a shisha pipe that it says is less harmful to health than traditional hookah, reports The National.
Unveiled at the recent World Vape Show in Dubai, the company’s Nesta pipe delivers a nicotine hit via ultrasonic vibrations, which could cut cancer risk from inhaling toxic fumes, according to Medad Technology.
The device’s patented algorithm reportedly produces mist droplets containing nicotine that are evenly distributed as they are inhaled.
Misting is distinct from vaping as it uses ultrasound technology rather than heat. The absence of charcoal and tobacco means the product generates none of the harmful carbon emissions or toxic fumes that are usually inhaled by users of traditional hookah pipes, according to the company.
“The challenge was to develop real, alternative products that were safer than shisha and e-cigarettes, not categorized under vaping, so a completely new product,” Medad Holding CEO Mohammed Al Mazrouei was quoted as saying.
The device has been approved by the European Union Medical Agency and by the U.K.’s Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency, according to Medad Holding.
It is under review by UAE authorities. The company is planning to also apply for approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
An estimated 100 million people use shisha, or similar water pipes, on a daily basis around the world.

June 22, 2022