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.

BLUETTI announces essential safety guidelines for dealing with unexpected power outages

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SPONSORED NEWS – BLUETTI, a pioneering leader in innovative energy storage solutions, is proud to introduce a comprehensive set of essential safety guidelines aimed at equipping individuals and communities to effectively manage unexpected power outages. In an era where the unpredictability of natural disasters and infrastructure challenges can disrupt power supply, BLUETTI’s expertise offers clarity […]

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SAKOBS (GC1080) Pro Metal Detector review – Let’s go treasure hunting!

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REVIEW – Many years ago, my better half and I belonged to a treasure hunting club here in Southern Indiana. We each had a metal detector and liked to go to local parks to look for coins and other treasures. We even participated in some club events where dozens of people would hunt for buried

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Mythinglogic Home Gym Storage Rack review

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REVIEW – The main part of my basement doubles as a family room and a home gym. Over the years I’ve accumulated a lot of fitness equipment. There’s a treadmill, a TotalGym sliding bench trainer, and all kinds of dumbells, resistance bands, and kettlebells. In other words, it’s a mess. Imagine my excitement when Mythinglogic

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Today is national knife day – and you can get a free titanium Damascus bead from Olight!

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NEWS – In case you need an excuse to add yet another knife to your collection of EDC gear, I’m here for you because today is NATIONAL KNIFE DAY. According to daysoftheyear.com: National Knife Day seems to be associated with the Bowie Knife. It was on August 24, 1838, that a letter was written by

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Creality’s successful sponsorship of Yale University’s First Funbotics Camp highlights their commitment to education

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SPONSORED NEWS – Creality, a leading figure in the 3D printing industry, proudly announces the successful conclusion of its sponsorship of the First Funbotics Camp (the First Camp).  This event was organized by Yale Funbotics, a non-profit organization within Yale University founded by the University students and receiving guidance from the faculty and staff there.

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7 EDC accessories to trick out your multi-tool or Swiss Army knife!

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NEWS – We really like our EDC gear around here and that includes multi-tools and knives. If your personal EDC happens to include a Swiss Army knife or a Leatherman multi-tool, then you should check out these add-ons that will add some extra functionality to your gear. 1. Let’s start with the FireAnt set shown

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Would you spend a thousand bucks on a battery powered monitor?

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NEWS – This isn’t just any battery-powered monitor, because it’s the 27-inch LG StandbyMe. It’s also on a stand so you can use it like a traditional TV by moving it around from room to room on its convenient 5-wheeled base. The StandbyMe features an LCD FHD 1080p 60hz touchscreen display. It has HDMI, NFC,

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This EDC wearable will guide you home, start a fire, and magnify tiny text!

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NEWS – Last weekend everyone was hating on me for writing about a wearable multi-tool, so let’s keep the trend going this weekend with another wearable EDC tool to check out. This time it’s the Polar Pupil. Dumb name (sorry guys), but I think it’s a cool looking tool. What is it? The Polar Pupil

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Deal of the day – Save $40 off the GROVIEW 15000lux projector

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DEAL NEWS – As the sun-soaked days of summer start to wind down, it’s time to elevate your outdoor leisure activities with the Groview Projector. Imagine transforming your backyard into an open-air theater under the stars. With the GROVIEW projector’s portability and ease of setup, you can effortlessly host movie nights, binge-watch your favorite shows,

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Creality simplifies creativity with new, user-friendly Ender-3 V3 SE 3D printer

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SPONSORED NEWS – Creality, a leading manufacturer of 3D printers, is proud to unveil the Ender-3 V3 SE, a new addition to their lineup of DIY 3D printers. In the company’s bid to press ahead with the 3D printing popularization, this easy-to-use model is designed for users of all levels, offering a seamless experience that

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SaladPower organic smoothie review – 2x your daily vegetable requirement without gagging!

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REVIEW – I know that I’m not the only person who struggles to eat the recommended daily amounts of fruits and vegetables. The current # of recommended servings per day is 5 servings! Heck, I’m lucky to eat that many servings in a whole week! When I was offered the opportunity to try SaladPower veggie

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Is this wearable multi-tool an EDC nerd’s holy grail?

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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – What functions make the perfect minimal multi-tool? For me, it’s something to cut with, something to pry with, and something to write with. The Flounder titanium multi-tool has those functions covered as long as what you want to cut is just slicing through packing tape of boxes. This arrowhead-shaped wearable pendant is

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Save during Hiboy’s Back-to-School sale with up to 70% off eBikes and more!

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DEAL NEWS – Hiboy is an electric mobility brand with various product lines, including electric scooters, electric bikes, and skateboards, all at unmatched prices without compromising quality or performance. As you gear up for the upcoming semester, Hiboy welcomes you back to campus. Brace yourselves for an exhilarating Back-to-School promotion that’s bound to add an

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Forget about eBikes and eScooters, it’s time for eSkates!

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NEWS – In the past few years, we’ve reviewed at least a couple dozen electric bikes and electric scooters. Both alternative “vehicles” are a fun way to get outdoors. But they can be bulky if you want or need to transport them to another location to ride them. That’s where a new type of “vehicle”

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