Electronic cigarettes have provided an option to nicotine users seeking a healthier alternative to tobacco smoke. They provide much of the pleasure of smoking with few (if any) of the negative short-term effects. With more than a billion smokers worldwide, there is a great market for nicotine delivery systems that can reduce the harm from tobacco use. E-cigarette manufacturers and retailers the world over have risen to the cause, providing a vast variety of personal vaporizers to suit most tastes and budgets. The various devices range from small e-cigarettes that resemble standard tobacco cigarettes, to larger ones with powerful batteries that can last days without charging. The variety and novelty of the technology has created communities of users, each with their favorite brands and e-cigarette design-styles. Below are a few of the more reputable and established players in this burgeoning industry. Continue reading →