I'm not angry, a bit miffed maybe. I did read the entire thread and I disagree with their decision, which is what I'm expressing. I don't think I've attacked anyone, I've just stated my case.
Fact: Janty, and their representative promised something and didn't deliver.
I and others were obviously frustrated by this, why not make it right. Give us a peek at the concept, with the understanding that the details are not set.
Fact: Mik_Janty has taken the opportunity in several posts to make "metal tube" comments.
His response to my post was not the first. I just pointed out the benefit of metal over plastic. You'll notice I also pointed out the Stick's benefit of compact design. Different devices have different features. I could throw my Prodigy across the parking lot, pick it up and start vaping, but it's not the most comfortable thing to have in your pocket.
So no anger here, just healthy debate and expressing my displeasure at a promise not kept. What else am I going to do stuck in Houston for the weekend? I've caught up on all my TV, and all the new movies are crap. I'd go for a bike ride but someone set the Texas thermostat to "hell" and I only have one free shower left.
Facts?
Lets do facts.
1) I made a competiton based on the consent of my employer where i was told i could release all detail upon the ending of the competition.
2) I was then told in the 11th hour NOT to release the details - even though this was something i knew would reflect back at me - and badly.
3) The only "metal housing" references ive made has been to show people that when you develop something thats NOT in metal, you need more machinery, you need a prototype mould, a master mould, a factory, and so on. You need _alot_ more to make a plastic product, than you will ever need to make a metal product.
4) when we make plastic products, we make them so we decide _everything_ about them. Every corner, every rounding, everything; And it allows us to integrate our components. Yes. Components - the very thing that the products YOU mention, lack.
5) Our products are not just a battery + atomizer. See fact 4)
6) Most of our products, have integrated circuit boards to protect the user - this is something not many, if anyone else, is doing
7) Alot of our products have USB charging; A nice handy solution that we do for our customers sake, and not for our own: It would be easier to sell a charger. But as we know, alot of people hate having chargers around
8) We have customer support, guarantees, and our own liquid which is tested - that is also something we do for our customers.
So, from all of the above i hope you can see that im not trying to harass another company; I dont care about them. I think its nice that someone buys the prodigy and the protege, but in my eyes, ive grown tired of those types of devices. If anything theyre holding back the progress of Electronic Cigarettes. They are too simple, and too backyard-like (My personal opinion).
I dont mind the idea of making stuff simple, at all - and who knows, maybe we will make a prodigy/protege like device at some point - but if we do, it will atleast have the design we like, and it will be backed by the guarantee and support we can offer. If you then still want to choose a metal object over a plastic one, then so be it.
Personally i prefer plastic over metal for a very simple reason: Weight. I dont like putting a metal object in my pants, or in my shirtpocket. If you drive a truck and you dont care about anything else in the world but durability, well go ahead and get the prodigy. My choice? Two jantysticks. One for backup. Same price, but offers tons more mobility and even though it has an "odd look", it will still be nicer to look at for people passing by, than the huge gigantic object made out of steel that just.. well to me, looks wrong.
So - it all comes down to personal preference, but the facts still remain - and i STILL dont care if you prefer metal. Thats fine by me. Who knows, maybe we will make a metal e-cigarette at one point. But if we do, ill make damn sure its beautiful to look at.
Now..please dont take this post as being aggressive, - im just trying to point out facts, and my personal reasoning. If you wish to discuss further, fine; but keep it in an orderly manner, or i will just end up not replying you.
