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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 https://www.youtube.com/@JulieStrietelmeier and https://juliestrietelmeier.com/

Fedex tracking website clogged by new iPhone 4 owners?

I’ve been constantly refreshing the Fedex tracking page for my iPhone 4 shipment all morning. The status has been the same since 7pm last night when my package left the Indianapolis facility. I’ve been a bit nervous that I won’t receive my phone today since the status hasn’t shown any updates. I just found out […]

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Ten One Design Releases the Particle iPad Case

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Ten One Design, the creators of the Pogo Stylus and Pogo Sketch capacitive touch-screen stylus for the iPhone, iPod touch, MacBook and iPad, have announced the availability of their new iPad case – Particle. It is a lightweight open backed rubber case that has a built-in holder for the Pogo Sketch stylus. The Particle, bundled

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WirelessGround Capacitive Touch Screen Stylus Pen Review

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Although the touch screen was not a new technology when the first iPhone was released, this device did usher in a new age in touch screen interactivity. Before the iPhone, most smartphone and PDA users employed a stylus as the preferred method of input. The iPhone changed that with the capacitive touch screen and true

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Guitar Sidekick iPhone Holder

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The Guitar Sidekick is a neck-mounted device holder designed to mount a SmartPhone, MediaPlayer, recorder, or tuner on the neck of your acoustic or electric guitar. The clamp enables you to easily use any of the more than 500 music/guitar apps available for smart mobile devices, such as: video lessons, lyrics teleprompters, audio recorders, metronomes,

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Iomega Shows Some Skin with Exciting New Portable Hard Drives

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If you’ve been worried that your portable hard drive isn’t fashionable enough, then Iomega has come to your rescue with their new Skin line of USB drives. They are offering three unique designs and 500GB capacity. These drives offer Drop Guard protection feature that helps protect the drive when dropped from up to 51″. The

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Gaming on the go with the GAEMS Suitcase

As a mobile gadget freak, I don’t go anywhere without my iPhone. Now XBox fans don’t have to leave their favorite console behind when they travel. They can use the GAEMS Suitcase, which turns any XBox into a portable (sorta) gaming station. It’s not just a carrying case, the suitcase houses a 15-inch 720p LCD

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Anonymizer Universal launched for PC, MAC, iPhone

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The 15-year old company that pioneered the Internet anonymity industry recently introduced its next generation service that now services iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch devices in addition to PCs and MACs. Anonymizer Universal creates a secure, encrypted tunnel between the user and its Anonymizer Network to prevent interception of identifiable information, or what’s known as

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Strap a superhero to your ears

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Continuing with the ear-related theme, Coloud headphones announce Marvel Comics and NHL inspired headphones. These headphones have Marvel characters and NHL logos that are printed on 3D rubber patches giving the headphones a unique feel. Marvel characters include: Hulk, Iron Man, Punisher, & X-Men. While NHL teams include: Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers, Boston Bruins,

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Bluetooth headsets that will make you look even dorkier than normal

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Launching on July 4, 2010, Earloomz Bluetooth headsets will feature more than 400 different designs of licensed art, pop culture icons, entertainment properties, cartoon characters, sports teams, and original commissioned artwork. To commemorate the NBA Finals, Earloomz is now taking pre-sale orders for Lakers and Celtics branded Bluetooth headsets for $59.99 through www.earloomz.com. I wouldn’t

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Wait, Don’t Scratch that Mosquito Bite!

Instead of scratching, you can use the USB Itching Removal Instrument from Brando. This device doesn’t use chemicals to stop the itch from insects, it uses electronic and optical spectrum technology. Yeah, I have no idea what that means either… But if you have a few mosquito bites that are driving you crazy, this device

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X-mini Capsule Speakers Get Happier

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There’s a new member of the rechargeable X-Mini capsule speaker family. The X-Mini HAPPY adds an MP3 player and built-in SD/SDHC card slot to the popular X-Mini pop-up speaker format, creating a tiny boombox in your hand. The X-Mini HAPPY is currently available in the UK at advancedmp3players.co.uk and amazon.co.uk, priced at £49.99.

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June is Audiobook Month

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In support of Audiobook Month, publishers are offering downloads (or streams) of great audio throughout the month – works by Hemingway, Milne, Twain, Jennifer Eggers, Sarah Vowell, Martin Amis and the voices of Jim Dale, Michael Madsen, Frank McCourt, and many more through AudiobookCommunity.com. Currently there is a free download of “King Solomon’s Mines” along

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Up Up and Away with the Edifier Luna5 iF500-Encore Speaker

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No, it’s not a hot air balloon for your iPhone, it’s the Luna5 iF500 Encore from Edifier. It is a uniquely designed round 5-driver speaker docking system for that is available in either glossy piano black or white. This speaker incorporates a 5.75-inch bass driver, two specially housed 2.75-inch midrange drivers and two 1-inch tweeters.

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