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.

This little EDC flashlight can be powered 2 ways for ultimate convenience

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NEWS – Quite often when we review rechargeable flashlights, people complain that they aren’t as convenient as regular old-school battery-powered flashlights. So today, I have a flashlight for you that has the best of both worlds. It’s the RovyVon E5 Angel Eyes flashlight, which has a built-in Li-po that can be recharged via USB-C, and […]

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VTOMAN launched FlashSpeed Pro 3000 Home Backup Power Station on Kickstarter

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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – VTOMAN, a leading manufacturer of portable power solutions, has recently unveiled its latest breakthrough, the FlashSpeed PRO 3000 Portable Power Station, through a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. This cutting-edge device is specifically engineered to serve as a dependable and adaptable power supply for outdoor enthusiasts, as well as a vital backup power solution

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Redragon AZURE K652 wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac review

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REVIEW – My obsession with mechanical keyboards has not ended yet and the latest one to land on my desk is the Redragon AZURE K652 wireless mechanical keyboard for Mac. I’m a MacBook user and I also like cool-looking mechanical keyboards, so it appears that this one should be perfect for me. But does it

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3 Ways to celebrate Mother’s Day with BLUETTI

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SPONSORED NEWS – Mother’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to show your appreciation and gratitude for all the hard work and dedication that mothers put into their families. And what better way to celebrate that than with BLUETTI’s top-of-the-line portable power solutions? This Mother’s Day, make your mom feel truly special with BLUETTI’s special promotion

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Creality shows an array of hyper-speed 3D printers at RAPID+TCT 2023

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SPONSORED NEWS – Creality brings a striking line-up of high-speed 3D printer flagships to Chicago’s McCormick Place from May 2 to 4 for RAPID + TCT 2023, the largest and most influential additive manufacturing (AM) event in North America. Among the dazzling exhibits of Creality, the K1 FDM printers with 600mm/s high speed and HALOT-MAGE

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Creality launches ground-breaking HALOT-MAGE series 8K resin printers

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SPONSORED NEWS – Creality unveils the new HALOT-MAGE series resin 3D printers packed with 10.3in LCD and 8K resolution, at the 9th Anniversary and Spring Event titled “Reflect and Renew” held on April 9, 2023. The HALOT-MAGE series, including the HALOT-MAGE and HALOT-MAGE PRO, is Creality’s next-gen solution for resin printing. HALOT-MAGE is the basic

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Ramseyprops Indiana Jones Grail Diary flip video flip through video review

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VIDEO REVIEW – Last year I purchased a replica of the Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade grail diary from a link on Facebook. The book was a dud in more ways than one, so I wrote a review and also posted a flip through video of it on YouTube. Mark of Ramseyprops saw my

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Stonecho 3LB Rock Tumbler review – turn rocks into “gems” if you have patience

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REVIEW – As a child of the 70s, my sister and I would pour over the Sears and JCPenney Christmas catalogs each year. I can remember wanting a rock tumbler for several years and unfortunately,  Santa never brought me one… So when I was offered the Stonecho 3LB Rock Tumbler for review, I said heck

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Deal of the day – DIYers will want one of these electric screwdriver kits!

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DEAL NEWS – DIYers and hobbyists will want to check out today’s deals on four ARROWMAX cordless screwdriver sets. These sets feature a small handheld rechargeable screwdriver with a comprehensive set of screwdriver bits that store neatly in a handy case. These deals end in just a few days, so be sure to check the

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Ugreen’s PowerRoam series provides safe, green energy options for a multitude of indoor and outdoor scenarios

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SPONSORED NEWS – Ugreen is pleased to announce that their latest energy storage series, PowerRoam 600 and 1200, is set to launch in the United States on May 8, 2023. Through joint development with leading electric vehicle manufacturer BYD, this series offers off-grid power options for a multitude of scenarios thanks to its EV-rated lithium-ion

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This multi-tool has an adjustable wrench AND a bit driver!

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NEWS – Here’s a handy multi-tool for your pocket tool “box”. The OUTU 6-in-1 multi-tool features an adjustable wrench, a flat-head screwdriver, a Phillips screwdriver, a knife blade, a bottle opener, and a bit driver. Included with the stainless steel multi-tool are 9 bits so you’ll have a lot of functionality in a small tool.

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Deal of the Day – Keep your video steady with savings on hohem gimbal stabilizers

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DEAL NEWS – Channel your inner Steven Spielberg by making movies with your phone and one of these stabilizers from Hohem. I can’t guarantee that your movies won’t suck, but they definitely won’t be shaky if you use one of these gimbals. Today I am sharing deals for 4 different hohem gimbals. Check the info

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Rocketbook now has reusable stickie notes!

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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Sticky notes are an easy-to-use way for people to remember important things. But let’s be honest, they’re not the most environmentally-friendly option out there. That’s where the Rocketbook Reusable Sticky Notes come in! What is it? Just like Rocketbooks reusable notebooks, Rocketbook Reusable Sticky Notes allow you to write, wipe, and reuse

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PowerSmart (PS76826SRB) 80V 26” Cordless Lawn Mower review

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REVIEW – Last year, I reviewed the PowerSmart Electric 40V F4017 lawnmower. It was my first experience with an electric lawnmower and I didn’t come away super impressed by its battery life which only provided about 30 minutes of mowing time. Recently, when PowerSmart offered to send me a newer, larger electric mower, I was

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OUKITEL P5000 Power Station – Green energy to power a greener world

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SPONSORED NEWS – OUKITEL has been in the telecom industry for over 10 years and is renowned for its rugged phones with large batteries. Based on its experience in battery technology, OUKITEL has been committed to the research and development of energy storage products in recent years and has expanded its product line to include

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BLUETTI AC500 vs. AC300: What’s changed?

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SPONSORED NEWS – The BLUETTI AC500, an iterative upgrade to the well-received classic model AC300, made its debut on the crowdfunding platform Indiegogo and achieved remarkable success. In just two months, it raised over $12 million and eventually broke the world record for any portable power station fundraising event, with a staggering $12,281,325 in funding

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