In October 2018, JUUL Labs announced that it was acquiring VMR products– maker of V2 Cigs – for $75 million. Although V2 Cigs was America’s leading online seller of cigalikes, V2’s sales paled in comparison to JUUL’s 75-percent share of the traditional brick-and-mortar e-cigarette market. V2 found themselves at an evolutionary dead end with their core [...]
Technology and society are constantly changing. Just in the last decade, Uber has stepped in to dominate the ride-sharing industry, high-powered smartphones have replaced flip phones, and streaming services like Hulu and Netflix have eclipsed cable television. Perhaps no change is more noticeable than the rise of vaporizers and the decline of traditional tobacco products like [...]
As the owner of Vapors Planet, I spend much of my time working with vape shops in my community – and that means I need to keep my finger on the pulse of what the customers of those shops want. In my observations of the vaping industry, one thing is abundantly clear: the e-liquid side [...]
It recently came to light that the British government “gets it” when it comes to vaping regulation and legislation. Sure, maybe we’re a little biased, but there’s something encouraging about a national government coming together to support people, rather than alienate them. In this report, British officials are calling for employers to accommodate the growing contingent [...]
Commissioner Scott Gottlieb of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration released a statement September 9th which is of particular concern to the vape industry.To read the entire statement, please click here. The Statement from Gottlieb Gottlieb said, to start, "Our comprehensive tobacco plan to combat the ill effects of smoking was founded on a central animating principle. [...]
Florida Ban on Indoor Vaping is the Latest Hit to Common Sense in America Want to know the government’s true thoughts on vaping in America? Check out Amendment 9– a proposed Florida state constitutional change that does the following: Prohibits drilling for oil and gas extraction in coastal waters Bans the use of e-cigarettes and vape [...]
Vaping Myths - There’s no doubt that even the best e-cig has produced a lot of controversies. For some, this is the optimal way to quit smoking and for others, it’s a way to maintain their habit with less risk to their health. Everyone appears to have their own opinion on their vapes; as such, everyone [...]
The first time I vaped an eJuice that contained mango fruit flavoring I hated it. Generally speaking, the first time I try anything new that is somewhat exotic, I sort of hate it… probably because it’s so foreign to my tastebuds. Anyway, that was 5 years ago from a now defunct eliquid brand based out [...]
Bazooka Vape Juice - Did Hot Juice Craft The Perfect Gum Flavor? - All vapers can attest to the fact that there is nothing worse than taking a drag of a new or hyped-up vape juice, only to be have it fall short of all expectations, whether it be a lack in flavor, or hits that [...]
When it comes to answering the question; "How much can you really save with Vaping vs Smoking?", there’s not just one answer to this complicated question. The amount individuals spend on both vaping and smoking will largely vary due to personal opinions and habits. For example, someone who regularly smokes a pack of the most [...]
There is a huge debate topic today, whether vaping is considered a hobby or an addiction. Defining vaping, it is the process of converting substances into vapor using an electronic device known as vape or vaporizer that is chargeable and refillable with e-juice, wax concentrate, or dry herbs. Vaping has been a practice even before [...]
A question to long-time Vapers; do you have an e-liquid or two that has been in your constant rotation since you began vaping? Well, I do. I have a few actually. The one I want to tell you about was originally reviewed way back on April 7th, 2014 … more than 4 YEARS ago! It’s [...]
Is today’s vape industry packed, crowded, and flooded with vaporizers and vape tanks? Are hundreds of choices of vape gear, especially vaporizers, something we really need? Or are they just the same devices wearing different brandings? Join us as we take a look at the current state and condition of today’s vape industry and whether [...]
JUUL Labs and the FDA Sometimes, it DOESN’T pay to be number one. At least that’s what the executives at JUUL Labs are probably thinking right now. Because the company behind the most commonly recognized vape device around just got raided by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). And this wasn’t a friendly visit. Though the [...]
The future of online vape product sales is “on the table” according to reports from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In itself, this doesn’t seem like much of a warning, considering how many times American vapers have heard about FDA regulations coming down the pike. But this time, something’s different – something that might [...]
Summer is in full swing and for most of us that means the heat is, too. Whether you’re just starting out with vaping, or consider yourself a veteran, it’s still important to consider the outcomes the season can have on your summer vaping experience. In this article, we’ll cover some crucial tips to help make your [...]