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, productivity hacks, and minimalism. Learn more about me and my favorite gear.

Flexispot’s Brand Day Sale is here with big savings on office and home furniture

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NEWS – Flexispot is celebrating its Brand Day Sales with sitewide savings on a variety of office furniture like their standing desks, office chairs, and regular home furniture like recliners and sofas. We’ve reviewed many Flexispot desks over the years and have always found them to be well made and feature rich. If you’re currently […]

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Do you know the origin of Leatherman multi-tools? You will now.

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NEWS – We’ve been reviewing Leatherman multi-tools for years, but I never knew the story behind the brand until this morning when I happened upon a CBS Sunday Morning video. I always learn cool stuff from those bite-sized clips and today wasn’t any different. But this time, it just happened to be on a topic

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My new favorite gadget is my Synology Surveillance Station – it’s not only useful, but entertaining!

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ARTICLE – I’ve had multiple security cameras on my property for years. I started out with Wyze cameras and replaced them with the Vivint smart home security system back in 2020. I still use the Vivint system, but sometimes its notifications aren’t immediate, and I wanted a setup that would allow me to watch what’s

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Haikubox smart bird call identifier review – It listens and tells you what birds are in your yard

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REVIEW – Do you love birds but don’t want to actually go outdoors to watch them? No problem, the Haikubox does all the work for you by listening for birds and letting you know what it hears with notifications about the birds it hears. It also lets you hear the recorded bird calls from your

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Simple Spread lid mounted knife review – The best invention since sliced bread?

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REVIEW – If you’ve ever wished that your sandwich spread jars had a built-in knife, this is the review for you! Today I’m going to tell you about Simple Spread. lid mounted knife. Let’s take a look! What is it? The Simple Spread is BPA free food safe plastic knife that mounts to the inside

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Lemokey P1 Pro mechanical keyboard review – a budget Keychron?

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REVIEW – Another week and another new keyboard to test. It’s tough work, but someone has to do it! Seriously though, I’m really enjoying my keyboard reviews and the Lemokey P1 Pro mechanical keyboard is the newest one to grace my desktop. Let’s check it out. What is it? The Lemokey P1 Pro is a

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mosslab Moss Air humidifier air purifier review – air purification with actual moss?

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REVIEW – We’ve reviewed eleventy billion air purifiers and humidifiers here on The Gadgeteer, but we’ve never (until now) reviewed one that uses actual moss to make air cleaner. Yes, moss. The stuff that grows in the woods. Crazy? Let’s find out. What is it? The mosslab Moss Air is a small humidifier/air purifier that

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Creality HALOT-MAGE S now available – Sets new standard in precision 3D printing

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SPONSORED NEWS – Creality, a leading innovator in consumer-grade 3D printing technology, proudly introduces HALOT-MAGE S, the latest breakthrough in high-resolution 3D printing. With its cutting-edge features and user-centric design, HALOT-MAGE S promises to revolutionize how professionals and enthusiasts bring their ideas to life. Leading Features for Outstanding Resin Printing Unprecedented Precision The HALOT-MAGE S

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Keychron Q1 HE magnetic switch mechanical keyboard review

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REVIEW – Keychron is a leader in the category of mechanical keyboards. Their keyboards never fail to impress with both build quality and user experience. They recently offered me the chance to try their new Keychron Q1 HE magnetic switch mechanical keyboard and I was happy to accept. Let’s get QWERTY and check it out.

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Tactacam trail cam, EcoFlow Delta 2 Max, TaoTronics AC units, and more – Review updates

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REVIEW UPDATES – Today, we have a selection of review updates for you for a cellular trail camera, rechargeable toothbrush, a high-end power station, and more. You should know the routine by now, click the link to the review and then scroll to the bottom to read the new dated updates to each review/article. We

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Jimmy BX7 Pro mattress vacuum cleaner review – dust mites, pet hair, and dander should be afraid of this vac!

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REVIEW – I’ve heard that mattresses contain millions of dust mites and that dust mites can cause people to have allergies. My better half had an allergy test many years ago that said she was allergic to dust mites. I had that in mind when asked if I wanted to review the Jimmy BX7 Pro

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LOOP GEAR SK03 EDC Flashlight review – this flashlight can do more than light the way

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REVIEW – Hello, EDC fans. I have an interesting EDC flashlight to show you today. By itself, it’s a nice little flashlight, but it has an unusual add-on feature that takes it from nice to cool. Let’s dive in and take a look at the LOOP GEAR SK03 EDC Flashlight. What is it? The LOOP

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Here’s another last minute Mother’s Day gift deal for a temperature gun

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DEAL NEWS – Do you still need a gift idea for Mother’s Day? Then check out this hand held thermometer gun that she can use for cooking, grilling, and more. It has a digital display and can measure temperatures -58 ºF and 1292 ºF (-50 ºC and 700 ºC) in less than a second. In

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2 great deals on bird watching gadgets for mom – arrives tomorrow if you have Prime!

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DEAL NEWS – It’s not too late to get something really unique for your mom for Mother’s Day. If you have Amazon Prime, you can order one of these really cool bird watching gadgets for delivery tomorrow (Saturday), just in time for Sunday’s holiday. Instead of getting mom a bouquet of flowers that will wilt

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iFLYTEK Smart Recorder review – Voice transcription without the internet or apps

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REVIEW – Doctor’s appointments, important meetings, and important calls are why a good voice recorder is useful. Sure, you can use your phone’s built-in voice recorder, but a dedicated device with long battery life and built-in voice-to-text transcription could be a better option. Let’s see if the iFLYTEK Smart Voice Recorder is just that. What

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Ryfined Gear Duplex ultralight keychain utility knife review

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REVIEW – I’ve been interested in reviewing small knives lately in anticipation of finding my new favorite box opening tool. My criteria for a perfect box opener are small size, ease of use, and ease of changing blades. Let’s see if the Ryfined Gear Duplex ultralight keychain utility knife, which is currently seeking funding on

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