Julie Strietelmeier

Anyone else out there enjoy watching TV shows like Trading Spaces or While You Were Out on The Learning Channel (TLC)? I think it’s really fun to see how people remodel different rooms. I keep thinking that I would like remodel the Gadgeteer Control Center (my office) this year, and thought it would be fun […]

Here’s wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July holiday weekend! Have fun watching fireworks shows, attending cookouts and celebrating our independence! We’ll be back Monday with a new review! Until then, be sure and check out the Show Us Your Gadgeteer Spirit Contest. We’ve already received a few entries that have been posted

Tell me the truth, am I the only person out here that is totally bored with PDAs right now? Why do I feel like the golden age of PDAs is long gone? Remember when you just had to download and install every new program that you found for your PalmPilot on PalmGear? Remember when Hackmaster

As I sit around waiting for my eyes to heal (the right one gets operated on this Friday), I’ve been occuping my time watching TV and movies. I’ve grown bored of that, and have now been thinking about what new gadgets that I need or would be fun to check out. I really need a

I’m having PTK (Phototherapeutic Keratectomy) on my left eye this afternoon. I have a genetic disease called Corneal Dystrophy which causes little spots on my corneas. I know I’m a hopeless geek when the fact that I’m having a surgical procedure doesn’t bother me as much as the fact that I won’t be able to

I received my refurbished 5040 ReplayTV last night. SONICBlue had a fantastic deal a few weeks ago. Order a refurb for $349, and lifetime service was included. Wheee! So, now I have 2 ReplayTVs. The 5040 is great because it has an Ethernet connection. It also has an automatic commercial skip feature which is great!

Boo Hoo! I think my Tungsten|T’s display brightness is fading just like Judie’s did. I keep mine on max bright all the time, and it just doesn’t seem as brilliant as it was when I first got it. Are there many of you out there that are noticing the same thing? I’m so ready for

I have set a goal to make my home smarter. By that, I’m talking about X10 and other ways of automation and connectivity. My first project is for security. I’d love to be able to install a wireless camera that points to my front door and alerts me when someone is there, or snaps a

If you are in the market for Compact Flash and other memory media (including desktop RAM), you might want to visit Alpha Memory. They carry the Transcend brand of Compact Flash cards that are some of the fastest on the market. I tested their media with my digital cameras and Pocket PCs and wasn’t disappointed

I’m loving my iPod! I’ve been ripping my entire CD collection a little at a time all weekend. I’ve run across CDs that I didn’t even remember buying. For example, the soundtrack to the movie Eddie and the Cruisers. And then there are CDs that I should probably should never admit to owning, like Hanson.

I am ready to get an iPod! I’ve wanted one forever, and after reviewing the Neuros 20gb MP3 player, I realized what an awesome thing it is to carry your whole music collection around with you where ever you go. I have a problem though, I went to try to order the 30gb model (I

Hello, my name is Julie Strietelmeier, and I’m a compulsive gadget buyer! How many of you out there share my affliction? I see something shiny and new and want it now! Only to tire of it quickly there after… Case in point, the Game Park GP32. Yeah, it was nifty, but I also just posted

It’s time to start planning my fall (2nd week of October) vacation, and I’m looking for some ideas on where to go. Last October, I visited Sedona Arizona and had a great time (see my trip report). I want this year to be just as great or even better. Here are my criteria… I want