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.

Fold, assemble, and enjoy – The DIY Lemur leather wallet experience

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NEWS – The Lemur wallet is a unique take on an EDC wallet that combines style with a DIY twist. Made from premium veg-tanned leather, the Lemur wallet arrives as a flat piece, inviting you to fold and assemble it yourself. So, it’s not just a wallet; it’s also a fun project that lets you […]

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AKASO Seemor 200 night vision goggles review – Can you see more with it in the dark?

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REVIEW – I’m fortunate to live in a wooded rural area and often capture images of wildlife with my trailcams. Trailcams are great for letting you know what animals visited your property, but you find this out after the fact. I’ve often wanted a way to see what’s lurking in the woods or my yard

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BrainCo OxyZen smart meditation headband review – A wearable that helps you relax, focus, and more

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REVIEW – Taking care of your mental health is something we all need to make a priority in this fast-paced, stressful world. If you’re already into meditation, kudos to you! If you’re not but would like a relatively easy way to dip your toe in the calm waters of this practice, I have a gadget

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Keychron K2 HE magnetic switch mechanical keyboard review

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REVIEW – If you’re a mechanical keyboard enthusiast, one of the first brands that comes to mind is Keychron. Keychron is well-known for its quality keyboards, which are heavy enough to be used as weapons! It’s hard for me to turn down an offer to review one of their new keyboards because they are so

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Pitaka Classic Ultra-Slim iPhone 16 Pro Max MagEZ case review

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REVIEW – I recently purchased the new Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and that means I’ve been testing a variety of cases to protect my new investment. I’ve been a fan of Pitaka cases for many years, so I was happy to accept their offer to review their new Classic Ultra-Slim MagEZ case for the

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Win a Leatherman ARC multi-tool! – Easy to enter contest and open to everyone

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CONTEST NEWS – Do you want to add my favorite multi-tool to your EDC collection? Then you will want to enter this contest! The fine people at Leatherman have generously offered to send one lucky Gadgeteer reader from anywhere in the world one of their Leatherman ARC multi-tools in the new limited-edition obsidian black color.

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Tmice X modular mechanical keyboard review – Do more than type with this keyboard

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REVIEW – Since becoming interested in mechanical keyboards, I’ve reviewed well over a dozen. Maybe two dozen. But who is counting? 😉 After reviewing so many keyboards, I don’t get as excited to review new ones unless they offer features not seen before. Today I have such a keyboard for you. It’s the Tmice X

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Hydroponic gardening made easy – Shop LetPot kits with Prime Day discounts!

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DEAL NEWS – Hey there, green thumbs and plant lovers! It’s Amazon Prime Day, and boy, do I have some cool deals for you on LetPot Hydroponics Growing Systems. These aren’t your average plant pots – they’re like mini sci-fi gardens for your home! First up, we’ve got the LetPot LPH-Max (shown above). This kit is

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Grab a 70mai dashcam now – Best Amazon Prime Day deals ever

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DEAL NEWS – Amazon Prime Day is here, and with it comes a ton of incredible deals. One standout category that should be on your radar this year is dashcams, and 70mai is leading the charge with substantial discounts on their popular A810 and A510 models. The 70mai A810 has crystal clear footage at a

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Pet hair won’t stand a chance with these vacs from Jimmy that are on sale during Prime Day!

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DEAL NEWS – If you’re looking for a great deal on a new mattress vacuum cleaner, now is the time to take advantage of these deals on Jimmy vacuums. Let’s look at some of the best deals on Jimmy vacuums that you can expect to find during Prime Day. Jimmy vacuum cleaners are designed to

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Hisummer ceiling fans – Stylish, efficient, and now on sale for Prime Day!

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DEAL NEWS – It’s Prime Day, and I have some cool ceiling fan deals to share with you! See what I did there? Let’s talk about three awesome Hisummer fans that’ll keep you cool without making your wallet unhappy. First up, we’ve got the big daddy of fans – a 52-inch modern ceiling fan that’s

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Totallee Super Thin iPhone 16 Pro Max case review – Crazy thin minimalist protection

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REVIEW – As much as I’d like to use my iPhone naked (the phone, not me), I find it to be too slippery without adding a thin case. When it comes to thin cases, Totallee is one of the best. They sent me their Super Thin Case for the iPhone 16 Pro Max. Let’s check

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Ultrahuman Ring AIR smart ring review – Best smart ring yet?

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REVIEW – Remember with activity trackers were crazy popular back in the days of Fitbits and Misfit fitness trackers? Then the smartwatch came on the scene and those dedicated activity trackers have all but disappeared for the most part. Now, we’re seeing another shift in fitness tracking devices with smart rings. I’ve reviewed a few

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Send your pet loving friend one of these adorable pop-up cards for their birthday!

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NEWS – Remember when sending actual cards for birthdays and other life events was customary? What happened to that tradition? Yeah, I know, emails and Facebook posts took their place. I say boo to that, and I’m going to help inspire you to send a physical card to your family and friends for their next

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Solar charging meets sound quality with 3M’s WorkTunes Connect Hearing Protectors

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NEWS – Have you ever wished your headphones could charge themselves? Well, 3M just made that dream come true with their new WorkTunes Connect + Solar Hearing Protector. These aren’t your average headphones because in addition to listening to music, they are designed to protect your ears from loud noises. They can reduce noise by

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ProClip phone mount review – Custom fit exactly for your car’s make and model

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REVIEW – Do you have a phone mount in your car? Do you like the way it’s installed? Does it look like it was made for your car or did it require a suction cup, adhesives, or some kind of weird cupholder thingy? ProClip will make your car mount look like it came factory-installed. Let’s

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Wingback Journeyman Pen review – Bolt-action goes stealth!

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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Everyday carry (EDC) essentials often include multi-tools, knives, and flashlights. But let’s not forget about pens. Today, I’m excited to introduce you to the Wingback Journeyman Pen, which is currently raising funds on Kickstarter. This pen promises to be a stylish and functional addition to your EDC collection. Let’s take a look

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Nothing CMF Watch Pro 2 review – A smartwatch for those on a budget?

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REVIEW – The Nothing CMF Watch Pro 2 is a smartwatch for people on a budget. With its sleek look and great battery life, this watch promises to help you keep track of your daily activities without making your wallet weep. While it might not have all the fancy features of more expensive smartwatches, it

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