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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

Mujjo introduces Leather Touchscreen Gloves

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The weather is turning colder, so it’s time to dig out your mittens and gloves for that morning commute into work. While they keep your fingers toasty, normal gloves don’t allow you to use your phone or tablet while you’re wearing them. Over the last few years, we’ve seen several companies offering knit gloves with […]

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You might learn something with this Stirling engine model

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If you ever wanted to turn the heat from your cup of tea or coffee into piston power, I have just the gadget for you. It’s a Low Temperature Differential Stirling engine model. Invented by Robert Stirling back in 1816, this engine produces power from temperature differences. You can place it on top of something warm

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myLED adds blinking notification LED to iPhones and iPads

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If Tim Cook would ask me what changes I would make to the iPhone, it wouldn’t take me long to blurt out my top 5 list. Better battery life, widgets, dedicated call answer/end button, dedicated camera shutter button and a notification LED. I don’t think Tim cares what I think or want, but I’ll soon

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Iron Giant Designs iPhone docks are crazy gorgeous and crazy expensive

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Do you charge your iPhone with a boring old cable? What the heck is the matter with you? Are you a gadgeteer or what? I bet these docks from Iron Giant Designs will make you drool. They offer a limited number of docks that are made from a solid hunk of metal or clear material

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Piperoid Paper Robot Kits – No batteries needed

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Piperoid is a paper craft robot kit designed and produced in Japan. The robots are made of paper pipes that have pre-drilled holes and marks to show where to cut, fold, and connect them.  All you need is a pair of scissors and about 30 minutes for assembly. No need for glue or tape. Many components of

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Mini Espresso Maker allows you to remain civilized even while backpacking

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You’ll be the hit of the campout with this one shot portable Mini Espresso Maker from Restoration Hardware. Made in Italy, it is made of aluminum with a brass spout and can make a 2.5 oz double shot. You even get an enamel cup with the kit. The Mini Espresso Maker makes a fun gift

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Bellroy introduces their slimmest wallet – The Card Sleeve

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If you’re ready to join the minimal wallet craze, consider the new Card Sleeve from Bellroy. This vegetable tanned leather sleeve is about as simple as it gets. Available in 3 colors (Cocoa, Blue Steel and Black), the Card Sleeve features a pull-tab accessible slot that can hold 2-6+ credit cards, business cards or a

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Logitech Harmony Touch Universal Remote review

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How many audio/video home entertainment components do you own? Do you use a separate remote control for each one? Are you the designated controller in your family because no one else can figure out how to start the TV, satellite and DVR? Have you ever been at work when you get a call something like

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RE Factor Tactical Survival Band – A MacGyver style bracelet

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The RE Factor Tactical Survival Band puts a collection of survival tools around your wrist. Made in the USA by a US Army combat veteran, the Tactical Survival Band combines 12 ft of 550 Black Paracord, 30 ft of 80lb Fishing Line, fishing hook, a whistle, p51 can opener, and a flint fire starter rod.

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Nebula 12 – Hey, you! Get off of my cloud

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Here’s one more reason that proves the human race can’t do anything anymore unless it involves a gadget… Introducing the Nebula 12 concept indoor weather forecast station. Developed by the same Swiss team that will be bringing you the insanely expensive power generating iRock rocking chair, the Nebula 12 puts a self generating indoor cloud

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Misfit Shine – Is it the coolest pedometer, activity tracker yet?

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Are you feeling guilty about everything you ate yesterday for Thanksgiving? Yeah me too… especially because all I did after dinner was sit around visiting with relatives. I didn’t move much at all, which isn’t good. Pedometers and activity trackers have become more and more popular in the past couple of years because they show

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Samsung GALAXY Note II changes the way you work and have fun (Sponsored Video)

Today we have 4 videos that will show you some tips and tricks that will help you get the most out of the Samsung GALAXY Note II Smartphone. The first video demonstrates some nifty features of the S Pen stylus including sketching and note taking. More videos after the jump.

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ivee Flex Voice Controlled Talking Alarm Clock Radio review

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If you’re still changing the settings on your alarm clock with buttons and switches, then you need to elevate your gadget game by checking out the ivee Flex Voice Controlled Talking Alarm Clock Radio. ivee can listen and then respond to your commands so that you’ll never need to fumble around trying to find the snooze

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Emitips give your favorite gloves capacitive touch capability

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I don’t know how the weather is in your part of the world right now, but here in southern Indiana, we’re already having some sub 30 degree mornings.  That means glove weather for me. Regular gloves and smartphones with capacitive displays don’t get along well together. I’ve reviewed a couple different capacitive friendly gloves in

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Julie’s Gadget Diary – Can a Samsung Chromebook replace my Macbook Air?

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In an effort to cure a raging case of tech boredom, I’ve been trying some experiments to see if various gadgets have the ability to replace my 13″ Macbook Air as my go to workhorse computer. I recently tried this with a Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Android tablet to less than a stellar outcome. Now

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Lethal Protection Life-Phorm is a hands-free stand for your gadgets from planet Zylon

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The Lethal Protection Life-Phorm has to be the creepiest gadget mount / stand I’ve seen so far. It looks like something the Mars Rover might bring back from its mission in space. Made of powder coated metal and rubber, the Life-Phorm has been designed to hold tablet computers, smart phones and cameras with its adjustable insect-like

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