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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/

Deal of the day – Save $40 off TREBLAB Z7 Pro over ear headphones

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DEAL NEWS – Whether you prefer over-ear headphones so that you can damage your ears listening to thrash metal music at max volume (not recommended), or you don’t want anyone to know that you listen to the soundtrack for The Sound Of Music while you are doing work, a good deal on a new pair […]

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Reading and drawing comics on my iPad – Julie’s gadget diary

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ARTICLE – I’ve started reading comics again. But instead of buying them from a shop, I’m using the Hoopla app on my iPad Pro to check out digital copies from my library for free! Right now I’m reading two comic series. The first one is called Eight Million Genies by Charles Soule who has written

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You can dig a hole, rake some leaves, and chop wood with this multi-tool!

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NEWS – We’ve reported about similar outdoor modular axe multi-tools before, but the Forrest Tool Company MAX Tool Kit caught my eye because it’s made in the USA and is standard equipment on Army Light Tactical Vehicles (according to their product page). The MAX Tool Kit features a 34” composite polyglass handle and a 3.5-lb

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Deal of the day – Save $40 off the Lepow 15.6″ portable monitor

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DEAL NEWS – Lepow is offering a special Amazon Lightning Deal on their C2 15.6-inch portable monitor. This deal is for an FHD 1080P monitor that features an IPS screen, built-in kickstand, dual speakers, USB-C, and mini DP connectivity. At only 1.65 pounds, this portable monitor will make a great 2nd screen for your laptop,

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Deal of the day – Stabilize your video with 20% off a Hohem gimbal

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DEAL NEWS – If you’re a vlogger or enjoy creating videos with your smartphone or small camera, a gimbal is a must-have accessory in your camera bag. The Hohem 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer offers a compact folding design and 3-axis stabilization, allowing you to capture smooth and steady footage even while on the move. And at

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This stainless steel slingshot is probably a bad idea, but you’ll want one for your EDC

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NEWS – This slingshot from Huntingdoor is constructed of durable stainless steel, so you know it’s not going to break the first time you go to shoot it. It uses flat rubber bands which tend to be more powerful than tube bands because flat bands have a larger surface area. This means they can store

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Early 2023 new year deals and documentary hero recruiting from BLUETTI

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SPONSORED NEWS – BLUETTI, a well-known solar generator brand, will throw a themed promotion called “The Sun Shines Wherever You Go” from January 10th to 25th, 2023, to celebrate the new year and its innovation of new portable solar panels — PV68 and PV420. Besides, it is holding an open call for “BLUETTI Heroes” among

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Olight is having a sale on new gear and giving away a free flashlight!

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NEWS – Hey flashlight and EDC gear fans. I just wanted to put Olight’s current sale on your radar. They are offering up to 40% discounts (ends tomorrow 1/12/2023 at 11:59 PM EST) on some of their newest releases including the Baton 3 Pro Max flashlight that we just reviewed today! In addition to these

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Deal of the day – Save $120 off this huge 34 inch gaming monitor!

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DEAL NEWS – Jlink is offering a special $120 discount on their 34-inch Ultra WQHD curved gaming monitor which has a 144Hz 1ms MPRT 128% sRGB 1500R HDR FreeSync G-Sync VA panel and features PIP/PBP/KVM multitasking, HDMI DP, USB Type-C, and LAN ports. The Jlink is a VESA mountable monitor that can tilt 20° backward

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Jettle is a portable thermos-sized kettle that boils water in less than 5 minutes

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NEWS – The Jettle is a 15-ounce electric kettle that has been designed to boil water in less than 5 minutes. Use it to make piping hot tea, coffee, or soups. The leak-proof Jettle kettle features an automatic shut-off once the water has boiled and it has a stainless steel construction with a built-in digital

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Deal of the day – Save 20% off the Liene 4×6″ photo printer!

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DEAL NEWS – If you’re someone who takes a lot of pictures with your phone, like me, you probably have a collection of images that you really love. While it’s great to have all of these memories at your fingertips, there’s something special about being able to hold a physical print in your hands. I

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CASETiFY iPad Pro Ultra Impact Case review – More choices than you can imagine!

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REVIEW – Do you shop for a new case for your phone or tablet only to realize that 90% of the cases on the market are boring and look the same? If you like variety, you’re going to love CASETiFY cases. They sent me 2 cases for my iPad Pro and without completely summing up

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NexTool Gemini 13-in-1 electric multi-tool review – this multi-tool has a secret power

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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – What is a must-have feature of your multi-tool? Scissors? Spring-loaded pliers? A knife? The NexTool Gemini 13-in-1 electric multi-tool has all that, and it also has… a built-in electric bit driver! Let’s check it out. What is it? The NexTool Gemini is a 13-in-1 electric multi-tool made of stainless steel with a built-in

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Deal of the day – Save $20 on a smart deadbolt lock

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DEAL NEWS – Replace the traditional deadbolt lock on your door with this keyless smart lock version that features an electronic keypad, app support, the ability to use a standard key, and even IC card support. The app provides additional features like the ability to generate timed, permanent, one-time, or custom passwords for guests, friends,

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bolstr AUX Sling review – a minimalist EDC 3-in-1 bag

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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I consider myself a minimalist, so I don’t need to carry a huge bag filled with a bunch of things I don’t need or won’t use on my short adventures. In 2021, I reviewed the bolstr Small Carry and AUX Pocket bags (pouches?) and have continued to use the AUX Pocket when

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Deal of the day – Start a new 3D printing hobby with these deals

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DEAL NEWS – The new year means new goals and resolutions. For some people, it means it is the perfect time to learn a new skill or start a new hobby. If you’ve been itching to get into 3D printing, today’s deal might be enough to make you seriously think about getting started. You can

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