SMOK is a company known for pushing the boundaries of vaping . And today we take a look at the company’s history and key products.
SMOK: Overview
SMOK (also known as Smoktech) is the flagship brand of IVPS Technology, Shenzhen Guangming Branch (abbreviated as IVPS). As one of the oldest and most progressive companies in vaping, SMOK has a reputation for constantly pushing the envelope. While vapers are now familiar with the TFV4 sub ohm tank, it was known long before the product was actually released. SMOK has been a pioneer from being the first company to use dual coil tanks , integrating Bluetooth technology into vaping devices to pushing the cloud production capabilities of sub ohm tanks.
A Brief History of SMOK
SMOK was founded in 2010 as the flagship brand of IVPS. SMOK is headquartered in Nanshan District, Shenzhen, an area known as the center of vaping production. The company is in charge of product research, development, and manufacturing.
The company’s grand entrance into the vaping market in 2011 was the release of the first dual coil atomizer. At the time, using dual coils was considered a bold and unusual move. And through these popular atomizers, vapers were able to experience a new level of vapor and flavor.
SMOK didn’t have any memorable products in 2012, but it solidified SMOK’s reputation for pushing the envelope. The SMOK Telescope featured a new system that allowed it to use different battery types, from 18350 to 18490/18500 to 18650. The company held a patent for this unique design. The VMax and ZMax were the company’s next big breakthrough with variable voltage capabilities. Like other companies at the time, SMOK’s 2012 offerings were very functional, but very poor in terms of aesthetics.
In 2013, the company incorporated its new “cottonless” technology into the Pyrex Aro and Tumbler tanks. These tanks used a new bottom coil design to avoid dry hits. Inspired by one of the most influential vapes of all time, SMOK created the eGo Winder. Finally, the Magneto is an upgraded version of the Telescope with a more pleasing shape and a unique magnetic firing button.
As variable wattage devices became popular, SMOK responded with a slew of variable wattage products. The Rocket, Shuttle, and Silenus are easy-to-use variable wattage mods. Smok’s most exciting product of 2014 was the BEC Pro. It was the company’s first device to feature Bluetooth connectivity, a cutting-edge feature that would become more common in SMOK products in the future.
2015 was a banner year for Smoktech. While the company was settling into the mainstream market, this was the first year the company released a product specifically designed to satisfy veteran vapers. The TFV4 redefined the concept of vapor for sub ohm tanks. It was the first tank head capable of producing vapor similar to the ultra-low resistance atomizers used on Mech mods . This was a groundbreaking product that completely broke the perception and expectations of sub ohm tanks. On the mod side, SMOK had the X Cube line that combined high power and Bluetooth. In the eyes of enthusiastic vapers.
TFV4, the Sub ohm tank that made SMOK's reputation
The company’s success continued in 2016. They entered the rebuildable market with the TF-RTA tank. As for the box mod , the H-Priv gave vapers high power and customization at an affordable price. The Alien starter kit became one of the most popular devices of the year. Naturally, SMOK’s flagship product of the year was the TFV8, following in the footsteps of the TFV4.
SMOK product reputation
In just a few years, SMOK has built a track record of delivering quality products at affordable prices. Moreover, the company has also created some notable trends. The dual-coil atomizer has created a new level of flavor and vapor production. Bluetooth connectivity, in the early days of vaping, showed a lot of real potential. The TFV4 showed a new level of cloud production for sub-ohm tanks.
When you ask vapers about SMOK, the first thing that comes to mind is the big clouds thanks to the TFV4. Before that, cloud production was the domain of RDAs . That SMOK could make sub ohm tanks synonymous with cloud chasing is a remarkable achievement.
SMOK’s mods are experimental in many ways. For many vapers, SMOK devices are firsts. From tube mods to wood mods to Bluetooth-controlled mods, they have pushed the boundaries of what vaping devices can be. The research and development team has created many changes that have impacted the entire vaping world. While many competing companies have tried to copy SMOK’s design and technology, vapers have enjoyed it first with SMOK devices.
SMOK's Impact on the Industry
SMOK office area
SMOK was the most progressive company in the industry in China. They put a lot of effort into developing original products. This was not common in China back then, but not anymore. When SMOK had Telescope and Magneto mech mods, most of their competitors were content with copying existing designs. SMOK showed the importance of developing original products and worked tirelessly to build a reputation for being the best.
They also showed the importance of experimentation. While most vapers around the world were happy with the Boge single coil cartomizer, SMOK’s dual coil cartomizer was groundbreaking. While Bluetooth on phones was used to control other devices, SMOK was the first company to allow this connection to be used with a vape device.
And SMOK’s biggest impact on the vaping industry is the TVF4. It set a new standard for sub ohm tank vapor production. They also started the trend of using multiple coils in one tank.
Conclude
SMOK has truly been one of the original pioneers of the vaping industry. With many innovative devices, the company has earned a reputation as one of the true pioneers. While many other companies still build products based on others, the company has created its own original products. While other companies are content to follow trends, SMOK creates trends. SMOK creates the best products available and is the engine that keeps pushing the industry forward.
This article was published on Vaping360 by Raymond Padilla and translated by The Vape Club
