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Julie Strietelmeier

I created The Gadgeteer in 1997 as a fun way to share my passion for gadgets which began when I was a little kid. Some of my other interests include ukulele, photography, and productivity hacks. Learn more about me and my favorite gear. You can now find me on YouTube at @JulieStrietelmeier and my blog at juliestrietelmeier.com




The Zendure SuperHub is everything you need for compact power and connectivity

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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Zendure who we’ve featured in the past (check out our Zendure SuperTank review) has just launched a new Kickstarter campaign for the SuperHub. What is it? The SuperHub is a 4-port power adapter for your laptop that does a whole lot more than just keep your laptop charged. 48W GaN charger with 30W

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SwellPro Spry+ 4K drone review – it can land and take off from water!

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REVIEW – It’s winter here in Indiana, but that’s not going to stop me from testing out a drone that can land and take off from what? Wait, what?! It’s time to check out the SwellPro Spry+ 4K drone. What is it? The SwellPro Spry+ is a bright orange waterproof drone that can record in

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MOTILE 14 laptop, Godbolé wallets, Electrolux ProSwivel Vacuum, and more – Review updates

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REVIEW UPDATES – It’s time for some updates to our past reviews. This time, we have 8 updates for reviews that were posted as long ago as 2017 and as recent as this past January. Why do we update our reviews? Because it lets you know how these products stand the test of time and

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JOBY rolls out new gear for content creators

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NEWS – JOBY, who is well known for its bendable and rugged GorillaPod tripods has just announced 9 new products for video enthusiasts and content creators that include microphones, lighting, smartphone cases with built-in tripods and more. Their new GorillaPod Mobile Vlogging Kit is an all-in-one kit includes a GorillaPod Mobile Rig, Beamo Mini LED

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The MOBOT water bottle will keep you hydrated and release knots in your muscles

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NEWS – I love it when someone combines two products into one without sacrificing functionality. Case in point, this water bottle from MOBOT that doubles as a foam roller. First of all, it’s a water bottle that’s available in 3 sizes, 18, 27, and 40 ounces. The bottle is made of 100% recycled stainless steel

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You can build these ultra cool metal plane models without glue or solder

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NEWS – We’ve talked about Metal Earth models in the past, but I haven’t visited their site in a very long time until yesterday. In the past, their no glue, no solder steel models were all plain silver. Now they are offering a variety of new models in color and they look really awesome. In

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Combar is an multi-tool axe for your outdoor adventures

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NEWS – When most people think of multi-tools, they think of pocket-sized Leatherman multi-tools that unfold into a pair of pliers with fold-out blades, files, etc in their handles. Those tools are great for small jobs, but when you’re outdoors camping or working, you might want a heavy duty multi-tool like the Combar axe multi-tool

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This multi-tool will help you rob banks (not really, but it sounds good)

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NEWS – The Get-A-Way Driver from CRKT (aka Columbia River Knife and Tool) might not keep the cops off your tail after you’ve robbed a bank, but it can help keep your screws from being too loose – the ones in objects, not your head. This keychain-carry multi-tool has been designed for dozens of everyday

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Axxis hand axe multi-tool, ZIRUX GaN charger hub, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – This week we are bringing you info about three different crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter. This week’s campaigns are for survival gear, an accessory for mobile warriors, and more. AXXIS HAND AXE: Survival Knife & EDC Camp Axe In Your Pocket What is it? Axxis is a uniquely designed

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You’ll always be able to take charge with this USB-C bracelet

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NEWS – You’ll never have to dig around in your gear bag for a USB cable to charge your phone because you’ll have one on your wrist with the wearable Auzev USB-C bracelet. The unisex design means that anyone will be comfortable wearing this cable, I mean bracelet. It features a genuine woven black leather

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These folding titanium utensils will make your spork wielding friends jealous

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NEWS – Carrying a spork in your EDC means you’ll always be able to grab a quick meal without relying on one-use plastic cutlery. But is there a better alternative to a spork? Check out these unique folding eating utensils from Esbit. They are made of titanium, so they are lightweight and they will never

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Orbit is Rocketbook’s new legal sized smart reusable note pad

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NEWS – We’ve reviewed the Rocketbook Everlast Mini and Rocketbook Beacons and now Rocketbook has added another size reusable notebook to their line up with the new Orbit legal-sized note pads. Orbit is designed for medical, legal, and other professionals that prefer a larger classic-sized legal pad to write their notes. But Rocketbooks aren’t paper

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NexDock 2 review – Turn your smartphone into your laptop

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REVIEW – Even as far back as the original PalmPilot, I’ve had a dream of owning one mobile device that would function as my phone, my game console, music player, eBook reader, main camera, and main computer. As each year has passed, that dream comes closer to coming true. In fact, the only function left

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