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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

AirPodPal, EyeQue, Air Deck 2.0 travel playing cards, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

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NEWS – This week I have four crowdfunding campaigns for you to check out that are currently running on Kickstarter or Indiegogo. AirPodPal– Makes Your AirPods Easier to Carry, Charge & Find What is it? The AirPodPal is a multi-functional case for the Apple AirPods. Why do I like it? It’s a clip-on case for […]

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These shoes use witchcraft to wrap around your feet when you step on them

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NEWS – Here’s an unusual product that I’ve not seen before and I hope you haven’t either. They are called step in socks and they are a hands free shoe cover that will allow you to wear your dirty shoes into a house without tracking the dirt on the floor.  They are made of polyester and are

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WyzeCam security cameras, PortraitPro image editing software, and more – Review updates

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REVIEW – To provide even more value to our product reviews, we like to update our past reviews on a regular basis so you will know how the products stand the test of time. Today we have a new batch of review updates so click through to see the list of updated reviews and you’ll

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Back Pedal is a device that can help and prevent lower back pain

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NEWS – Do you have back problems? I’m lucky to say that I don’t… at least not at the moment. But having said that, my back has gone out 2 times in the last few years and I never want to suffer through that kind of pain again, not to mention the frequent trips to

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PIQO is a 1080p projector that fits in your pocket

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NEWS – How would you like to take a 240-inch big screen TV with you where ever you go? You can with the pocket-friendly PIQO projector. The PIQO is an Indiegogo campaign that will be ending later this month and has already earned over one million dollars. This pint-sized entertainment gadget connects wirelessly to your devices using

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Gresso titanium iPhone cases – When liking nice things goes too far

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NEWS – The cost of a new iPhone is crazy right? Then let me blow your mind by showing you a Gresso Magnum case for the iPhone X and XS series of smartphones. These cases have a grade-5 titanium outer shell with a TPU interior shell. They look nice enough, but would you believe that

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Pad & Quill’s new TechFolios will tame your cable chaos

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NEWS – When you love gadgets and gear as much as we do, you sometimes run into problems finding the cables needed to charge those gadgets. Throwing them in the bottom of your gear bag isn’t the best habit because it’s hard to see and find them, let alone the fact that they can become

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OtterBox adds some pop to their iPhone cases

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NEWS – If you’re a fan of PopSockets one-handed phone grips but don’t want to stick one to the back of your phone, OtterBox and PopSockets just announced a solution that combines a protective case with the popular popup grip. It’s the all-new Otter + Pop Symmetry Series for iPhone. The combo includes a one-piece

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Baron Fig’s latest notebook helps track your habits

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NEWS – In the last couple of years, we’ve reviewed several products from Baron Fig’s line up including some of their notebooks and pens. I’m always interested in seeing what new ideas they come up with and their newest product is the Clear Habit Journal. This cloth bound hardback notebook features an open flat design and

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Ketocoach, James Brand Pen, a quiet punching bag, and more – Weekly roundup

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NEWS – What time is it gadgeteers? It’s weekly roundup time! Assume a comfortable position with your favorite snacks and tuck in for some quality time with a full listing of our gadget related articles, reviews, and news from the past week. Enjoy! ARTICLES 6 gadgets that can protect you from hackers on January 11, 2019 by

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Help wanted – I want you to join the Gadgeteer team!

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01/13/19 – I’m no longer accepting applications. NEWS – Would you like to become a regular writer on the Gadgeteer and write about interesting gadgets and cool gear? I currently have 2-3 volunteer positions that I need to fill. Interested? Details on how to apply are listed below. Work expectations: New team members will start

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Help WaterField Designs create your next favorite wallet

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NEWS – If you’ve been a regular on The Gadgeteer for any length of time, you will know that I love trying new wallets and one of my all-time favorite wallet making companies is WaterField Designs. I carried their Catch wallet for many years before upgrading to their Finn Access wallet which is the overflow

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PupAlert helps your very good boy tell you when he has to go potty

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NEWS – I miss having a dog, but I don’t miss the task of potty training and housebreaking them. There are as many ways to housebreak a dog as there are dog breeds, but did you know that there’s an app for that? Well, to be honest, it’s an app that works with a sensor

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VAVA’s new 4K projector only needs 8.5 inches from a wall to project a 150 inch image

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NEWS – Is it weird that as The Gadgeteer that I’ve not had a lot of experience with projectors? I’ve not had a lot of interest in them because until now they’ve needed space between the projector and the wall where you plan to project the image. At CES VAVA announced a 4K UHD Short

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Botto storage containers expand and shrink as needed

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NEWS – It’s about time that food storage containers evolved. Botto containers are the first adjustable storage containers that expand and shrink to hold a little or a lot. Made of food-safe materials that are BPA, and phthalate-free, Botto containers come in two styles. There’s the clear variety that you see pictured here and a UV-blocking

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Wicked Audio Syver wireless earbuds charge inside a Bluetooth Speaker case

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NEWS – Wicked Audio is adding new products to their line of audio gear with the new Syver Bluetooth earbuds. It’s hard to get excited about Bluetooth earbuds these days because there are so many to choose from. But the Syver earbuds stand out from the crowd with a unique charging case that doubles as

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