{"id":4864,"date":"2014-03-06T17:30:05","date_gmt":"2014-03-06T21:30:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/?page_id=4864"},"modified":"2014-03-15T12:55:21","modified_gmt":"2014-03-15T16:55:21","slug":"itaste-vv-v2-0","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/breaking-news\/itaste-vv-v2-0\/","title":{"rendered":"iTaste VV v3.0"},"content":{"rendered":"


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\n<\/a>\"iTaste<\/a>The eGo has become the standard next step up from the cig-a-like, and makes a quite logical first ecig for many people. \u00a0The power, battery life and versatility make it a great choice for new and expereinced vapers alike. \u00a0Likewise, the iTaste VV v3.0 from Innokin will likely also appeal to a wide audience.<\/p>\n

Packaging<\/strong><\/p>\n

The iTaste VV kit comes in two varieties. \u00a0One has just the device with a retractable charging cable, or with a charging cable and iClear 16 clearomizers.\u00a0 The VV with a charging can be found for well under $40, making it a reasonably priced option. \u00a0In either case, there are quite a variety of color variations available as well. \u00a0The battery and charge kit in black was purchased for this review and came in a solid slide out box along with a rather thick manual in 9 different languages.\"iTaste<\/a><\/p>\n

Design<\/strong><\/p>\n

The obvious identifying feature of the iTaste VV is that it’s square. \u00a0The design works extremely well, making the unit a lot less prone to rolling off of tables. \u00a0It also provides a nice flat surface for the LED display at the bottom of the unit. \u00a0Chrome surrounds that display and also caps off the top and bottom of the unit. \u00a0Less obvious is that this is a relatively small and extremely light device. \u00a0The length is only 11mm and it weighs just a little over 1.5 ounces. \u00a0All together, the iTaste VV is a good looking and solid feeling unit.<\/p>\n

There are three buttons on the device, two small buttons next to the display and a larger fire button near the top. \u00a0The fire button is surround by a bevel that helps to prevent inadvertent firing. \u00a0That bevel also lights up in either green, yellow or red to indicate remaining battery charge. \u00a0Three quick presses of the button turn the device on or off.\"iTaste<\/a><\/p>\n

The top cap integrates an exposed eGo style connector which allows the device to be used with all 510 and eGo atomizers and cartomizers. \u00a0The corners of the top are beveled, providing for a very nice appearance when used with eGo accessories such as an EVOD.\"iTaste<\/a>
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The bottom cab remains square and, making it very stable when standing upright. A slight ridge around the outside edge helps when standing upright as well. \u00a0The bottom cap also houses the mini USB connection which is used for charging. \u00a0Any mini USB charger cable will work, so there is no need for a proprietary charger. \u00a0This is one of the biggest advantages that the iTaste VV has over the typical eGo. \u00a0It also means that it can be used as a passthorugh while charging.\"iTaste<\/a><\/p>\n

A second big advantage is the fact that the iTaste VV is actually a variable wattage<\/em> device as well. \u00a0The marketing department must have been on vacation when they named this device. \u00a0Not only is the name iTaste VV a little boring, but it actually makes it sound like the device is less functional than it is. \u00a0The fact that the MVP, VTR, SVP etc. from Innokin are also VV devices with the iTaste brand name only adds to the confusion.<\/p>\n

So, back to the variable voltage\/variable wattage discussion. \u00a0This competent little device does both, which leads us to the menu system. \u00a0Two buttons at the bottom edge of the LED screen control the functions. \u00a0Pressing the “-” or “+” \u00a0button first displays the puff counter and then lowers or raises the voltage or power accordingly. \u00a0Holding down the “-” and then the fire button activates variable voltage mode. \u00a0The “+” \u00a0button along with the fire button activates variable power mode. \u00a0Pressing both “-” and “+” buttons at the same time causes the display to show first the atomizer ohms and then the remaining battery voltage.
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Performance<\/strong><\/p>\n

In variable voltage mode, the iTaste VV is capable of a 3.3v to 5.0v range of output, while in variable power mode that translates to 6.0-11.0 watts. \u00a0The power limit is 3.5amps. \u00a0What this all means is that for a rather small device, it packs a pretty good punch. \u00a0The ranges work well with a wide variety of products on the market and the 3.5 amp limit is sufficient for a nice warm vape. \u00a0While not necessarily a match for a full size APV with a higher output, it’s probably the best performance we’ve seen out of a device this size.<\/p>\n

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Battery life is also good and has lasted me through a day at work without much problem. \u00a0Again, it’s not going to last as long as an 18650 mod, but the mini USB connector makes that less of a concern.<\/p>\n

Pocketability is where the iTaste VV really shines. \u00a0 \u00a0The diminutive size and weight make it nearly unnoticeable in a pants pocket and not even that cumbersome in a shirt pocket. \u00a0The fact is that this little device weighs less than some of the 18650 batteries that I have; not the 18650 mod, just the battery. \u00a0The easy 3 click on\/off and a quick voltage check have made it a first choice when leaving the house.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

The iTaste VV would make a great first device or step up from a cig-a-like. \u00a0The variable power function and 11 amp limit means that an inexperienced user can set it and forget it, yet still get great vaping results. \u00a0USB charging also eliminates one more piece of the learning curve. \u00a0It’s a bit more expensive than an eGo, but definitely worth it for the extra features.<\/p>\n

The iTaste VV is available from a number of online retailers. \u00a0This one was purchased from My Freedom Smokes for $36.95<\/a> including the charger. \u00a0Some of our other favorites, Viper Vape<\/a>, Litecig<\/a> and Madvapes<\/a> also have attractive pricing on them.<\/p>\n

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