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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/

Gerber’s new multi-tool has a special feature just for campers

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NEWS – The brand new Gerber Stake Out is a multi-tool that features a special tool for people who enjoy the great outdoors and more specifically tent camping. The Stake Out has a built-in tent stake puller that will make tear down and packing faster and easier. Not a camper? No worries. The Gerber Stake […]

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Here is a keychain knife made by EDC fans – literally

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NEWS – Do you cringe when people overuse the word “literally”? Me too, but this time it’s literally true because this small folding keychain knife is made by a company called edcfans. This little cutter features a bright orange G10 handle, a liner lock for safety, and a pocket clip. Two come in a pack

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ZIKE MagSafe charger review – Fast and cool, a wireless charger with a built-in fan

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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Do you love using a wireless MagSafe charger for your iPhone but don’t like that the so-called fast charging doesn’t really seem all that fast? That’s because 15W fast chargers can cause the iPhone to become too warm and special sensors inside the iPhone will throttle charging down to 7.5W which is

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This rugged belt keeps you AND your knife looking sharp

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NEWS – We’ve seen belts with built-in multi-tools, but this rugged belt’s buckle has only one extra feature. In addition to holding up your cargo pants, the Argali Kodiak Belt will keep your favorite EDC knife sharp. That’s right, the Kodiak Belt’s buckle doubles as a knife sharpener. It features a tungsten carbide sharpening bar,

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Cord cutting, repurposing smartphones, and Julie’s favorite gear – Article updates

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ARTICLE UPDATES – Today I’ve reviewed two popular articles that I posted in the last few weeks and my favorite gear page. If you’re a regular here at The Gadgeteer, you are familiar with the way we revisit our past reviews (and articles) weeks, months, and even decades later. Below is a list of the

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I’ve published 23 books and I’ll show you how you can too!

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ARTICLE – I’ve always wanted to be a published author. Yes, I know that I have published 1000’s of reviews and articles on The Gadgeteer during the last 24 years, but I’m talking about being the author of a book – an actual physical book. The only problem is that I suck at writing fiction.

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Withings Sleep tracking mat review – Sleep analysis without a wearable

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REVIEW – In addition to exercise and food, sleep plays a very important role in our overall health. Is your sleep quality good? Can it be improved? The Withings Sleep tracking mat is designed to analyze your sleep so that you can make changes to improve it and your health. It’s time to take a

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3 products/services that turn your analog notes into digital notes

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ARTICLES – Today (2/22/2022) is Digital Learning Day where teachers and students celebrate the use of technology in learning. Even if you’re not a student, I bet you regularly take notes or make lists. If you have scraps of paper and post-it notes scattered around your desk, I have 3 products and services that will

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BLUETTI’s spring sale 2022 kicks off!

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SPONSORED NEWS – Springtime is always considered the most comfortable weather to reconnect with nature. A portable power station that provides a reliable source of power proves a boon when heading out. BLUETTI, a global leader in user-side energy storage industry, it’s now offering a March Madness spring sale across some of its product lineups.

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You need this tiny slingshot in your pocket

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NEWS – Size obviously matters when comes to slingshots, but it doesn’t with this wrist rocket because it’s just so stinkin cute. The Pocket Slingshot from Best Damn EDC features an all brass or titanium construction (you choose) and is designed to hold three steel bearings in the handle. When you’re not shooting shot, you

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This is a real EDC knife with replaceable blades

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NEWS – Do you appreciate the convenience of replaceable blades like you see with box cutters or utility knives? Then you should check out the True Swift Edge Replaceable Blade Knife that puts that feature into the form factor of a real pocket knife with a full-sized blade. This knife features a G10 composite handle,

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Here’s a multi-tool that puts 10 tools in your EDC pen!

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NEWS – Full-sized multi-tools are great and we love them here at The Gadgeteer. But many people’s EDC needs are more basic. That’s where a pen like the Kilitn 10-in-1 tactile pen might be an alternative choice. First of all, the Kilitn is a pen so it can replace an item that you’re already carrying

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This wrist strap can help you escape from cars and bad guys

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NEWS – If you’re a JIC (just-in-case) kind of person, then the GTFO bracelet will appeal to you. It looks like a trendy/hipster bracelet, but it’s actually a 2-in-1 survival tool. It has a small tungsten stryker bead that can break side and rear vehicle tempered safety glass windows by pulling the bead back like

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Backpacks and bags too bulky? Then use this strap to carry your MacBook

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NEWS – Even its name is minimal. The Laptop Strap from Free Agent Outfitters is a clever way to carry your MacBook, some Chromebooks, and Surface laptops without a bulky bag or backpack. The Laptop Strap combines a stick-on flap that uses heavy-duty adhesives with an adjustable and removable cross-body strap to make your MacBook

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Field Notes + James Brand = Your new favorite EDC pocket notebook

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NEWS – Field Notes are popular 48-page pocket notebooks that many people use as part of their EDC or for their everyday journals (me!). Field Notes are offered in a variety of cover styles which makes them super collectible. Their newest limited-edition collab is with James Brand and the James° × DDC: Field Notes 3

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