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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/

This multi-tool puts a pair of normal sized tweezers in your pocket!

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NEWS – You can forget about the teeny tiny tweezers that you find in many Swiss Army multi-tools. The SOG Aegis MT has a larger flip-out pair that makes tweezing jobs easier. This multi-tool features textured handles that help you keep a tighter grip in wet or dry environments. The Aegis MT also has a […]

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Creality celebrates its 9th anniversary with big deals on their devices!

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DEAL NEWS – Popular 3D printer manufacturer Creality, is currently celebrating its 9th anniversary and they want to share a list of great deals with their fans. If you’ve been wanting to get into 3D printing, now is a good time to do it! These deals all have different start and end dates, so be

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OverDrive users have 1 month to switch to Libby for free ebook access!

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NEWS – How many of you have been using the OverDrive app on your mobile devices to check books out from your local library for free? If you do, then you will want to pay attention to this news. One month from now on May 1, 2023, the legacy OverDrive library app will officially be

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MUZEN AUDIO OTR Metal Bluetooth speaker and OTR Sticker speaker review – a whole lotta retro fun

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REVIEW – Sometimes it’s fun to kick it old school by listening to FM radio. I do this whenever I’m in my car, but when I’m home I can use a device like the MUZEN AUDIO OTR Metal Bluetooth speaker which has a built-in FM radio. Let’s tune in to a local station and take

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Equip your tool collection with these great deals from DCK!

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DEAL NEWS – If you like to build and fix things around your home or on the job, then these deals from DCK will help you round out your toolbox. Today we have 50% off deals for a hammer drill, an orbital sander, and an angle grinder. The rechargeable hammer drill has a nice collection

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This bandana could save your life, but not in the ways you might think

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NEWS – Check out the Head for Survival Bandana from Survival Metrics. This 39″ x 39″ x 52″ triangular-shaped 100% polyester bandana can protect your head, and can be used as a bandage or a sling, but there’s more to it than those basic survival functions. Printed on the bandana (which is available in orange

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This is the multi-tool that you’ll want for your next camping adventure!

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NEWS – We’ve shared camping-focused multi-tools like this one in the past, and our readers will say that the quality of these tools might be a little sus. Today, I want to show you the Zune Lotoo Survival Shovel Multitool. Crazy name, but also it proclaims to be crazy tough. Made of Martensitic steel. This

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Upgrade your meeting tech with these deals from EMEET

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DEAL NEWS – Today’s deals will upgrade your office (home or otherwise) meeting and conferencing tech with new gear from EMEET.  Their Luna conferencing speaker (shown above features 360° voice pickup with noise reduction and a mute indicator. It also has the ability to daisy chain 8 devices for really large conferencing rooms. Where to

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WESN teams up with artist Real Fun, Wow! for an awesome version of their Henry knife

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NEWS – If you’re a fan of the WESN Henry knife and always wished you could have one with cool western bandana-style artwork for the scales, then you’re going to be a happy EDC gear fan. Today WESN has announced a collaboration with artist Daren Thomas Magee (also known as Real Fun, Wow!) to create

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Julie’s favorite gear, iSinwheel i9Pro scooter, and more – Review updates

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REVIEW UPDATES – Would you like to know about the gadgets and gear that we’re still using weeks, months, and even years after we’ve posted our original reviews? Click through to see a list of updated reviews and then scroll to the bottom of each of the listed reviews to read the latest update. Julie’s

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These power stations will keep your gadgets powered for all your adventures!

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DEAL NEWS – Today we have a limited-time deal for 3 different G-Power power stations. We have the smaller 20000mAh charger which features 3 different ports, including an AC outlet with 80W, a type-C port with a maximum output of 30W, and a USB-A port with an 18W maximum output. This small one also complies with

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ProtoArc MECH K300 mechanical keyboard review – Low profile, high looks

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REVIEW – Do you ever fixate on a certain tool, accessory, etc, and find that you want to try every version available to find the perfect one for you? That’s what I’m going through right now with keyboards. I’ve been using Logitech keyboards for years, but recently I become interested in mechanical keyboards and well…

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CYEVA Car Cup Holder Expander video review – I like big cups and I can not lie

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VIDEO REVIEW – The cup holders in my MINI Cooper are… mini! They can hold a standard can of soda (or pop as we say here in Southern Indiana) but anything larger just won’t fit. I was sent the CYEVA Car Cup Holder Expander. Let’s see if it is a good solution to this first-world

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Add one of these electric screwdriver sets to your toolbox!

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DEAL NEWS – Hobbyists and DIYers will want to check out these deals for ARROWMAX cordless screwdriver sets. These sets provide a small rechargeable screwdriver with a set of screwdriver bits that pack away in a handy case. These deals won’t be around for long, so be sure to check the details below. . Where

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BLUETTI to roll out new expandable mobile power AC60 & B80 for outdoor adventure

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SPONSORED NEWS – BLUETTI, the leader in the clean energy storage industry, will launch its new AC60 & B80, the smallest solar generator with expandability, at the end of April. The latest innovation comes as BLUETTI noticed a gap in its market: Though there are many power stations, small ones comes with less capacity while

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Creality celebrates 9 years of 3D printing evangelizing with next-gen offerings

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SPONSORED NEWS – Timed to its 9th anniversary on April 9, Creality reflects on the past years’ efforts that have garnered the leading 3D printing brand a global consumer base of over 3.5 million, and is set to wow the users with next-gen products and anniversary sales. Nine years of “reflect and renew”. Creality, a

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