Midnight Black is the most understated finish in the ILUMA i range and the one most people default to. Deep matte black across the Holder and Pocket Charger, with the Touch Screen staying invisible until you use it.
Inside is Philip Morris International’s latest generation: the SMARTCORE Induction System with Touch Screen, Pause Mode, FlexPuff, and FlexBattery. No blade, no residue, no cleaning.
Autostart Is On by Default — and You Can Turn It Off
Almost every listing presents Autostart as a fixed benefit. It’s actually a setting, and there are real reasons some users switch it off.
Insert a SMARTCORE stick and the Holder begins preheating on its own. No button press. It’s enabled by default on ILUMA i, and it’s one of the reasons the device feels quicker to use than older models.
Because it can’t tell the difference between “I want to smoke now” and “I’m putting a stick in for later.” If you load the Holder while walking to the balcony, heating has already started by the time you get there. With Autostart off, insertion and starting become separate decisions.
Through the IQOS app. With it disabled, you press the button for one second to begin heating instead, the same way ILUMA One works by default.
Move or remove the stick mid-session and the experience ends automatically. That behaviour isn’t tied to the Autostart setting, and it’s what stops the device heating an empty Holder if you get distracted.
Most people keep Autostart on and are happy. If you’ve been wasting sticks because heating begins before you’re ready, the fix is a setting rather than a habit.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Philip Morris International (PMI) |
| Device type | Holder + Pocket Charger |
| Heating system | SMARTCORE Induction, bladeless |
| Heating temperature | Approx. 350°C |
| Heat-up time | ~15 seconds |
| Session length | Up to 6 minutes / 14 puffs |
| Touch Screen | Yes |
| Pause Mode | Yes, up to 8 minutes |
| FlexPuff | Yes — up to 18 puffs |
| FlexBattery | Yes — Eco / Performance |
| Autostart | On by default, can be disabled |
| Uses per full charge | Up to 20 |
| Consecutive uses | Up to 3 (Performance, no pause) |
| Full charge time | Approx. 2h 15m via USB-C |
| Compatible sticks | TEREA (SMARTCORE) only |
How to Use It
- Charge the Pocket Charger fully before first use — around 2 hours 15 minutes over USB-C.
- Slide the Holder into the charger to top it up between sessions.
- Insert a TEREA stick up to the line on the filter, without twisting.
- Autostart begins heating. The Touch Screen shows preheating progress.
- Draw for up to 6 minutes or 14 puffs, with FlexPuff possibly extending the count.
- Autostop ends the session if the stick is moved or removed.
Two shortcuts worth learning: lift the Holder during use to see how many uses remain, and double tap it for a vibration reading of how much of the session is left.
New to the system? See how to use TEREA sticks.
Care for a Dark Finish
A dry microfibre cloth handles fingerprints, which show more on dark surfaces than on lighter ones. In exchange, fine scratches from keys and coins are far less visible, so black usually looks the least worn after a year of pocket use.
Keep it out of parked cars. The stated operating range is roughly 0°C to 40°C, and heat causes permanent battery capacity loss. It also damages any TEREA sticks stored with it, as covered in our storage guide.
What Works With It
Every TEREA stick we carry: Japan, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, Armenia, and the UAE edition.
Not compatible with HEETS or blade-based IQOS models. Sticks are single-use, contain a sharp metal part, and should never be disassembled or left within reach of children.
Other Colourways
- Breeze Blue — cool, clear blue.
- Digital Violet — deep purple, the most distinctive.
- Terracotta Brown — warm earth tone.
See the ILUMA i collection, the full IQOS ILUMA range, or the best devices for TEREA guide.
Delivery and Payment
2-hour delivery in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Same-day across Sharjah, Ajman, Al Ain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Umm Al Quwain. Free delivery above AED 200, with cash, card, or Google Pay at checkout.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I turn Autostart off?
Yes, through the IQOS app. It’s enabled by default, and with it disabled you press the button for one second to begin heating instead.
Why would anyone disable it?
Because Autostart can’t tell whether you’re loading a stick to smoke now or to smoke shortly. If heating regularly starts before you’re ready and you waste part of a session, turning it off separates insertion from starting.
Does turning off Autostart also disable Autostop?
No. Autostop stays active either way, ending the experience if the stick is moved or removed.
Does Midnight Black perform differently from the other colours?
No. All four ILUMA i colourways are identical devices with the same features and specifications.
How many consecutive uses does it give?
Up to 3 in Performance Mode when Pause Mode hasn’t been used, and around 20 sessions in total before the Pocket Charger needs plugging in.
Which sticks does it take?
TEREA sticks only, from any origin. HEETS won’t activate it.

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